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National Association of the Remodeling Industry
 The 2018 NARI Achievement Awards recognize outstanding achievements by an individual, company, or NARI chapter that has worked to promote or enhance professional remodeling. These honors are bestowed annually across 11 categories celebrating leadership, professionalism, and dedication to the remodeling industry. The deadline to submit a nomination is December 18, 2017. Click here for all the details.
| NARI Touchpoints: Tax Reform Results & Our Next Survey
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Moving quickly Saturday morning, the Senate passed its version of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. At the last minute, the Senate amended its bill to provide for certain concessions for GOP holdouts. This included a provision that would allow for a deduction for up to $10,000 in real property taxes paid on a personal residence which NARI advocated for in the Senate. Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) was a key negotiator and last minute editor. The bill now moves into a formal "conference" where House and Senate versions are reconciled.
NARI's lobbyist, Monica Prahl Schulteis, Director of Government Affairs at Greenberg Traurig, LLP, advises us that the staff negotiations to reconcile the bill have already begun and while there are many differences between the bills, she expects the process to move faster than most formal conference negotiations. As the bill moves into conference, NARI will clearly state its concerns and advocate for changes. Your answers from last week's Touchpoint questions provided great support for Monica.
We asked remodelers last week how they thought this bill would affect their customers’ future remodeling plans.
Mortgage Interest Deduction
58% of remodelers - believe that a $500,000 reduction in the loan value ceiling for mortgage interest deductions will have a negative impact on their business while 34% are not expecting this will have much effect on them. The Senate has left the current amount alone at $1,000,000 but the House makes this $500,000 reduction. As the bill moves into conference this will be a key point to be resolved that remodelers will be concerned about.
Deduction for Second Home Loan Interest
65% of remodelers - believe that the elimination of deductions for second homes will negatively affect their customers’ decision to remodel. The Senate bill leaves this deduction in place as part of the existing $1,000,000 maximum loan valve. The House cuts the deduction entirely leaving another key point for resolution that remodelers are not in favor of!
Home Equity Loan Interest Deduction
Most Remodelers - 77%- believe that the elimination of the deduction for Home Equity loan interest will have a substantial effect on their business. Both the Senate and House are in agreement to eliminate this deduction, while we don’t like this it looks like something we may need to accept.
Property Tax Deduction
62% of remodelers fear the cap on a deduction for property taxes will affect them. 68% are even more concerned if this deduction goes away entirely. Currently there is no cap on this deduction, the House has a new cap of $10,000 and the Senate in last minute negotiations Saturday morning adopted the same $10,000 instead of eliminating it entirely. Another one we don’t like but will need to accept.
Energy Efficiency Tax Credits
Both the House and Senate plans do not extend this already expired tax credit and remodelers are worried - 52% - believe this incentive creates more desire for remodeling work and it looks like it’s a goner!
When thinking about how the tax bill will affect our customers, remodelers are worried. NARI will share your concerns with the Senate and House conference committee members as this process begins. Our concerns as remodelers are similar to most small businesses so we are not alone. Mortgage Interest Deductions will be a large issue we may be able to influence, and our survey shows our customers rely on Home Equity Line of Credit loans to finance our work, but both the House and Senate are in agreement to eliminate this specific deduction, which leads us into this week’s survey: TAKE IT HERE!
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NARI and the National Remodeling Foundation are working together to solicit donations to support Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts in the Texas Gulf Coast. All donations go to Rebuilding Together Houston, who has an extensive network to support those in need. Make a donation, learn more, and support recovery in the Texas Gulf Coast.
And as a reminder, OSHA has a wealth of technical resources and products that contain critical safety and health information on expected hazards for cleanup and recovery workers including the OSHA Hurricane Preparedness, Response, and Recovery webpage and the OSHA Flood Preparedness, Response, and Recovery webpage. You can also download their most UPDATED release of the Worker Safety and Health Resources for Hurricane and Flood Cleanup and Recovery resource document and their NEW Roof Tarping (Blue Roof) Safety Fact Sheet.
Kitchen & Bath Industry Show
The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is North America’s premier annual event dedicated to the kitchen and bath industry, and NARI HQ will be exhibiting in Booth S5068. Register today with discount code ORLANDO to receive your FREE exhibit hall pass!
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National Association of the Remodeling Industry
DCW features the co-location of the NKBA's Kitchen & Bath Industry Show ® (KBIS) and the NAHB International Builders' Show ® (IBS). In 2018, this synchronization of tradeshows and markets occurs in Orlando, Florida, again January 9-11. The fifth annual DCW will bring together 80,000+ design and construction professionals in the largest annual gathering of the residential design and construction industry. NARI members receive special discounts to explore the exhibit floors of both shows—a combined total of 2,100+ exhibits! Register for your DCW expo pass today.
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Long live diligence. It’s not found everywhere or in everyone, but in those who pay attention to detail and take pride in their finished work. And it’s found in Ram® trucks. Now during Ram® Fall Commercial Truck Season, NARI Members receive an extra cash allowance on top of most national and local incentives. Plus, we’re extending this offer to NARI Employees and same household Family Members. Diligence can be passed on, and now so can these savings. See your local dealer or WWW.NARI.org/FCA for more information.
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Townsquare Interactive
Remodeling and search engine optimization have a lot in common: they’re both processes, not products. Just as you can’t simply deliver a remodeled kitchen or bathroom without putting in the work and time, SEO can’t instantly make you appear on the first page of Google. Getting meaningful results requires an experienced remodeler who knows how to get things done — or a comprehensive SEO strategy that covers all your bases.
Townsquare Interactive specializes in providing SEO services to remodelers across the country. Like you, we put in the work and time required to follow industry best practices and get you on the first page of Google organically. To learn more about why SEO is a process that takes time,
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National Association of the Remodeling Industry
NARI’s partnership with The Home Depot can help your members reduce expenses, and keep job costs competitive. Your members can take advantage of the following benefits:
- Earn up to 2 percent cash back on every purchase semi-annually*
- Next-day delivery
- Procurement options with real-time pricing & availability
- Dedicated account support and concierge service
- Consolidated purchase tracking & reporting
This year, The Home Depot is helping NARI members earn even more. We’re serving your members at the local level by joining all NARI chapters. Learn more.
For assistance enrolling call 866-333-3551 or watch this short video.
*After meeting a $12,500 semi-annual purchase minimum, the rebate is paid from the first dollar.
National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Financing Options for Remodeling Projects
Dec. 19, 2017 Noon CT:
Presented by: The Living In Place Institute
“HELP US! We have an old and dated home that needs “sprucing up”. “My wife is having triplets –We need more space – NOW.” “Our parents have mobility and vision issues and are moving in with us. We want to get started soon, but do not know how to finance our project.”
These and many other similar scenarios are not uncommon. Most professional remodelers and designers do not know how to offer their clients a knowledgeable answer. But the smart and successful remodeler or designer always has an answer to their clients’ financing challenges. Those informed professionals will have on their teams the best financing experts ready to help finance almost any size project.
This webinar will give an overview of the pros and cons of various financing options, so you can help guide your clients towards getting their project underway.
Register Here
6 Smart Green Products That Also Improve Your Client’s Safety and Ease
Jan. 18, 2018 Noon CT:
Find out what six products can be included in homes that are both green and universal design. Remodelers will learn about the benefits of universal design and what products can be selected to make life easier and are energy and water efficient.
Our presenter, Rosemarie Rossetti, PhD. will share products used at the Universal Design Living Laboratory, www.udll.com the most ambitious national demonstration home and garden. This is the top rated universal design home in North America earning three national certifications. For the green features, the home received a Silver certification on the LEED for Homes program from the U. S. Green Building Council. The home earned a Gold rating from the Home Innovations Research Labs, subsidiary of the National Association of Home Builders on the ICC 700-2008 National Green Build Standard.
Register Here
*These webinars are free but require registration.
National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Starts: January 8, 2018
The Universal Design Certified Professional (UDCP) Program addresses the concepts of Universal Design: client’s needs assessment, design applications, construction techniques, electrical systems and plumbing systems.
The UDCP develops universal design and construction competencies in the professional conducting residential remodeling projects. The UDCP course serves as a prep course for UDCP Certification.
WHERE: Room S310C Orange County Convention Center
WHEN: Monday, January 8, 2018 from 8:00 AM to 5:00PM
LENGTH: This is an 8 Hour class.
The exam associated with this class will be held on January 9, 2018, 8:00 to 12:00, room S310C
The first 4 people to enroll and attend the class and certification exam will receive a VTFI 3 day pass.
Click here for more information and to enroll
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Starts: January 22, 2018
Are you a full service remodeler?
Do you support the remodeling industry as a trade contractor or supplier?
Are you looking for a way to set yourself apart from the competition?
If so, then NARI’s CR, CRS, or CRA designation may be for you.
The CR Study Group will fine tune your competencies in all areas essential to success as residential remodeling professional. The CR Study Group is a facilitated program that will build your knowledge in all areas of residential remodeling and serves as preparation for the Certified Remodeler (CR) exam. It also supports the preparation for the Certified Remodeler Specialist (CRS) and Certified Remodeler Associate (CRA).
WHERE: Virtual, teleconference
WHEN: Starts Monday, August 28, 5-7 pm Central
LENGTH: Twelve consecutive weeks every Monday for two hours
This Study Group will prepare you for the May 2018 CR, CRS, or CRA exam.
Click here for more information and to enroll
Starts: February 8, 2018
Are you a remodeler that specializes in kitchens and bathrooms?
Are you looking for a way to set yourself apart from the competition?
If so, then NARI’s CKBR designation may be for you.
The CKBR Study Group will fine tune your competencies in all areas essential to success as a residential remodeling professional that specializes in kitchen and bathroom remodeling. The CKBR Study Group is a facilitated program that will build your knowledge in the areas of residential remodeling specific to kitchen and bathrooms and serves as preparation for the Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler (CKBR) exam.
NARI Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodelers (CKBRs) provide remodeling services specific to kitchens and bathrooms. To become a CKBR, candidates must possess skills and knowledge focused on the requirements of materials, layout, and installation of kitchens and bathrooms.
WHERE: Virtual, teleconference
WHEN: Starts Thursday, February 8, 5-7 pm Central
LENGTH: Twelve consecutive weeks, every Thursday for two hours
Click here for more information and to enroll
Remodeling
This holiday season, your prospects and clients are more likely to be thinking about gift buying and get-togethers than about remodeling projects. A friendly holiday greeting can pre-empt seasonal slumps by generating inside work and handyman jobs. It can also help build your backlog for the warmer, longer days ahead.
The key is to make your greeting personal and distinctive — a tangible reminder of the relationship you have (or hope to have) with the recipient. Take inspiration from these innovative examples.
Remodeling
I travel quite a bit. My wife Nina and I are looking to see more of the world each year. Facilitating, consulting, and speaking take me all over the place.
As a result, I have stayed in many different hotels. What makes a great hotel for me? How caring and engaged the staff is.
Yes, the room should be clean, not too small, everything should work, and the noise level should be very low. Those are all givens.
The personal touch is what makes the difference.
Inc.
Organizations trying to fill industrial jobs or skilled trade jobs are struggling to recruit and retain Millennial workers. In fact, 64 percent of Millennials said they wouldn't consider working in construction even if they were paid $100,000 or more.
Yet, Power Design, an electrical contractor, was recently named Inc.'s 2017 Best Workplaces and has had big success recruiting and retaining Millennials. The short answer to their success: company culture.
I recently interviewed Marlene Velez, Chief People and Culture Officer at Power Design, to get the long answer behind their success of recruiting and retaining Millennials.
ProTrade Craft
Walls that can drain and dry last a lot longer than walls that stay wet. An air gap between the siding and sheathing lets both dry independently.
There are many ways to create an air gap between yhr back of the siding and the drainage plane of the wall (WRB, exterior insulation, surface of ZIP Sheathing), here are at least a few options.
Pro Remodeler
Until we rehabilitate our industry’s sexist reputation, it will be hard to attract women to our vocation.
Have you noticed lately that news headlines almost always contain at least one allegation of sexual harassment made mostly by women against mostly male celebrities? As I write, a New York Times list of alleged perpetrators accused since Oct. 5 holds 30 names and counting, almost one a day.
Unfortunately, the behavior is nothing new, and the public allegations are only too familiar—not long ago we were reading about Bill O’Reilly and Roger Ailes, and before that about Bill Cosby, Bill Clinton, and Clarence Thomas, to name a prominent few.
Remodeling
They won’t do great jobs for your customers if they’re grumbling about what you’ve done.
My wife is a vacuum snob connoisseur. Your basic knockoff won’t cut it for her. I love her, I have my own weaknesses, and if that inspires her to vacuum our home, then who am I to complain? So when our Oreck suffered its last breath, we scoured the frontier for a machine that could keep up with our family and our Golden Retriever, a gold medalist in shedding at the 2014 Boulder Olympics.
Our search brought us to the Dyson Ball “Animal 2” upright vacuum. It’s several hundred dollars' worth of the best vacuuming you could ever want. We went to Sears to check out the magic of this wonder and to take it for a test drive. Our service representative did a good job—until it came down to buying it.
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