April 2014 Housing Report

Potential Negative Macro-factors Preventing a Robust Housing Market Recovery
Several of the housing market indicators exhibited marginal increases in April which is not typical for spring. Historically, March, April and May are the best months for housing starts and sales (new and existing). It appears that the overall market is muddling along.
 
As in previous months, the near - term outlook on the U.S. housing market remains unchanged - there are potentially several negative macro - factors or headwinds at this point in time for a robust housing recovery (based on historical long - term averages). Learn more about these factors in the April 2014 Housing Report.
 
Each month you can access specific data on new housing starts, existing home sales and construction spending, and feature analysis on overall impact to the economy and your business. These monthly housing reports are provided courtesy of Virginia Tech. Remember to take advantage of all the exclusive industry reports and research available to you as an NAFCD member. Visit the Members Only section of the website to access more reports, username and password required. 

Health Care Reform Webinar June 19

Mark your calendars for this "don't-miss" webinar on Health Care Reform (HCR) and what the law means for you and your affiliate businesses. Receive the insight and knowledge needed to manage your evolving health care options during the health care reform webinar taking place Thursday, June 19, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. CST. Register Today!

Prior to the webinar complete the Pulse Check™ Health Care Reform Assessment Tool, to identify resources to help fill the gaps in your HR needs. This webinar will cover penalties that could affect your business, how market reforms are changing the small group health insurance scene and more.

NAFCD Welcomes New Member Trimaco

Trimaco exports products worldwide and puts an emphasis on building a supportive relationship with both domestic and international customers. Trimaco continually implements state-of-the-art technologies in fiber, pulp, polymer and textiles to create high-quality supplies and materials that last.



Trimaco
Main Contact: Charlie Reaves
Email: Charlie.Reaves@trimaco.com
Phone: 919-674-3471
Location: Morrisville, NC

NAFCD's Commitment to Education

 

NAFCD and NBMDA unites the top manufacturers, distributors and service providers from the floor covering, specialty building material, cabinetry and woodworking industries to network, engage, learn and grow their businesses. This is the most anticipated and highly valued distribution-focused event of the year for suppliers to gain valuable access and deepen relationships with their distributor customers. A powerful line-up of speakers will headline the 2013 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention. Providing practical tips and best practices that will enhance each attendee's business and personal brand, these nationally recognized speakers will share their expertise on economic trends, driving sales, relationship building, trends in the building product supply chain, corporate culture and leadership improvement. To view the complete list of NAFCD speakers and topics, please visit the NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention Website.

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 Top Reasons Why Distributors Attend the NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention

Distributors in attendance at the convention are looking to spend time with their current suppliers and identify new lines to carry. Attending distribution firms represent approximately 900 distribution center locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Here are just a few reasons why distributors regularly attend the NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention:

• Strengthen relationships with current manufacturer partners
• Connect with potential new suppliers
• Access industry education, information and trends
• Access best practices