[Construction Focus Newsletter]

Hannah Grimes Construction Focus Newsletter May/June 2011

INNOVATE:

Events to Help Your Business Innovate

Cost Segregation

Associated Builders & Contractors

Tuesday, June 7, 8:30 - 11 a.m.

ABC Training Facility, Concord

This could be the reason YOU were selected. This course will provide a solid understanding of the fundamentals of cost segregation and is designed for construction professionals who are not yet familiar with this highly effective tax planning strategy. Instructors will begin with a thorough overview of cost seg and why it is important followed by a review of depreciation, the history of cost seg, how "qualifying property" is determined and finally what needs to be in a cost seg study. After completing this class participants will be able to speak with clients about the value of cost segregation and how a study works. More important, participants will learn how cost segregation can be an important differentiator in the design and bidding process. Cost: $25 ABC Members; $50 Non ABC Members (includes continental breakfast). View Flyer. Click to register or contact dan@abcnhvt.org.

Practical Project Management Workshop
Hannah Grimes Center
Wednesday, June 8, Noon - 1:30 p.m.

Hannah Grimes Center, Keene

Walk away with practical tools to ensure project success by identifying stakeholders, defining your project's scope and managing project risks. Audience: individuals who select or manage projects, or who work on project teams, in any size business. Cost: Free. To register: http://www.hannahgrimes.com.

CONNECT:

Events to Help You Connect With Other Experts

Wood Building Products Seminar

AIA New Hampshire

Thursday, June 9, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

NH Audubon Center, Concord

The seminar will focus on products that can be used in Green, Sustainable and LEED certified building projects for residential, commercial and institutional purposes. Attend the complete seminar and earn 6 AIA HSW/SD Learning Units (LU) and 2 USGBC LUs. You will also have the opportunity to network with contacts in the industry and learn about high quality and sustainable products from one of your closest neighbours, Canada. Cost: $20 per person, including breakfast and lunch. View the agenda and session descriptions. Register before Friday.

Solar Thermal Installer Boot Camp Training

Heatspring Learning Institute

Tuesday - Thursday, June 14 - 16

Viega Educational Facility, Nashua

Instructor Bob Ramlow has 30 years of industry experience and is one of two master trainers in North America. This course was designed for professional contractors looking to begin installing solar hot water systems immediately. Students get access to pre-course reading assignments and homework to help prepare for the class - this is especially helpful for non-plumbers who take the course. $995 (This INCLUDES the Early Bird discount of $200.00 which expires on July 1, 2011). Contact: 800.393.2044, info@heatspring.com. Registration: http://www.heatspring.com.

Solving the Mystery of Building Green Homes

HBRA of New Hampshire

Tuesday, June 21, 3 - 6 p.m.

The Housing Center, Concord

A fast-paced fact-filled session on how to get certified, market these homes, and make money on them. Free for Build Green NH members, $25 non-members. View Flyer & Register.

THRIVE:

News & Resources to Inform & Inspire

Materials Rules for Going Beyond the Red List

By Nadav Malin, Originally Posted at BuildingGreen.com

I'm not sure if it was the topic or the all-star panel that drew a crowd to a session entitled "Beyond the Red List" at the recent Living Future conference in Vancouver. Along with other great panelists, Tom Lent of the Healthy Building Network teamed up with Robin Guenther from Perkins+Will to share a strong call to action on toxicity in building materials. View their proposed rules for building well.