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DE PA RTM E N T S Editor’s Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 B-Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Missing Links . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 23 Inside Story A Toll Brothers project moves forward (gingerly) amid the industry storm; Riverside, Calif., copes with revenue losses from building fees; and Sacramento, Calif., builders aren’t scared off by the threat of ﬂooding . . . 23 Top Shelf The latest and greatest products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Business Update In builderbank relationships, breaking up is hard to do; the global economy’s meltdown is only hurting housing’s chances for a comeback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 W H AT ’ S NE W ON: 35 45 53 W W W.B U I L D E R O N L I N E .C O M Sales Strategies Proven and proactive sales tactics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Products A sneak peek at IBS’ annual products extravaganza . . . . . . . 45 Digital Home Innovations for the modern builder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 National Beat News from the NAHB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Online More to Come Hate that disappointed feeling when you get to the end of a great article? So do we. That’s why we don’t stop within the conﬁnes of this month’s issue—and neither should you. Go online to ﬁnd slide shows covering each of the four attached-housing projects showcased in this month’s design feature on attached housing. You’ll ﬁnd site plans, section drawings, ﬂoor plans, and lots of pictures to fuel your creative juices. 53 VIP Tour There’s no question that the BUILDER LivingHome show home is going to be a hit at IBS in January. Showcasing modular and panelized building practices and the latest ideas in green building, the home is truly a look into the future of the industry. But why wait until IBS to get a glance at all it has to offer? Check out www.builderlivinghome.com for articles reporting on the home’s cool features, blog posts, information on the project team, a product gallery, and Webinars featuring interviews with the builder, architect, and interior designer. Seiders’ Economy A look at economic conditions from the NAHB’s chief economist . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Ad Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Last Word Q&A with a newsmaker on the story of the moment. . . . . . . . . 96 ON THE COVER: the hillside in austin, texas, nestles urban lofts into a forested lot, offering buyers the swank of city living without sacrificing natur al beauty. cover photo: blake gordon COMMENTS, SUGGESTIONS, AND NEWS FOR BUILDER ONLINE? 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