In the competitive and ever-evolving world of real estate and construction, mastering the art of selling is essential for success. The Selling Strategies, Techniques and Tips course will help you gain the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel at sales in the building and development industry. Throughout this course, you will learn effective sales strategies tailored specifically for builders and developers. We will explore key techniques that help you understand your buyers’ wants, build strong relationships and close transactions with confidence. Additionally, we will provide you with valuable tips and insights to enhance your sales approach and achieve your business goals. Whether you are new to sales or looking to refine your existing skills, this course will provide you with the tools and knowledge to thrive in the competitive market. Join us on this journey to becoming a proficient and successful sales professional in the building and development sector This 3-hour course is held from 1-4 ET. Contact elearninghelp@nahb.org with questions.

Take all the classes you need for your CAPS credential in one go, and get a 10% discount! The Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation program teaches the technical, business management, and customer service skills essential to competing in the fastest growing segment of the residential remodeling industry: home modifications for the aging-in-place. The baby boom generation has many choices as this large population of potential clients for remodelers, builders, contractors and occupational therapists considers where to live — but overwhelmingly, seniors would prefer to stay in their own homes. The CAPS designation offers your potential clients what they need most: reassurance that you’ll help them make the choices that will help them stay in their homes safely and securely. In addition, the CAPS designation helps you make your clients’ homes more “visitable.” Even if the home owners don’t think they need additional task lighting, grab bars, and other home modifications for their own use, their family members and visitors might. CAPS helps you help your clients make the right choices, and it gives you more security in remodeling market niche that’s continuing to grow in popularity. Questions? Email elearninghelp@nahb.org

To help home owners make their home a safe and comfortable living environment for the long term, many responsive and innovative products are emerging and service providers are focusing their businesses on creating new homes and renovations that provide design flexibility, pleasing aesthetics, high function and usability for all people, without regard to age, income or ability level, and regardless of life’s changes and challenges. This course enables participants to identify common challenges and understand attractive design concepts that create a safe and comfortable environment for clients who want to age in place (AIP) as well as individuals who have a condition that requires home modifications or equipment. This class will be held from 9-5 ET. Please contact elearninghelp@nahb.org with any questions.

This course builds on the CAPS I & II courses (which are recommended) by introducing design solution techniques, innovative products and best practices for product installation for CAPS professionals to use when creating livable spaces in which to age in place. Participants will engage in hands-on activities from real case studies to apply material learned in all CAPS courses.

Many construction or remodeling companies are too small to hire full-time legal staff, so it's important to understand basic contract law. This course provides a step-by-step explanation of how contracts sustain positive customer and supplier relations, provide for resolution of disputes and minimize the risk of litigation. You will learn about mandatory and optional provisions, warranties, and arbitration procedures. Special emphasis is given to troubleshooting contracts for detrimental positions. This class split into two three hour sessions held from 1-4pm ET Please contact elearninghelp@nahb.org with any questions.