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Remodeling Activity Expected to Remain Steady Through Q3 2026

Remodeling Activity Expected to Remain Steady Through Q3 2026

Cambridge, MA, October 16, 2025—Annual expenditures for improvements and maintenance to owner-occupied homes are projected to remain steady through the end of this year and into the middle of 2026, according to the Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA) released by the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University.

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U.S. Economy Expected to Grow by 2% in 2025

Washington, DC, October 16, 2025—"The U.S. and global economies will grow a bit more this year than previously forecast as the Trump administration's tariffs have so far proved less disruptive than expected, the International Monetary Fund said Tuesday, though the agency also said the extensive duties still pose risks,” reports AP News.

Mortgage Refinancing Surged in September After Rate Drop

Seattle, WA, October 16, 2025—Mortgage refinancing activity surged in September, marking the largest monthly increase since Covid-era ultra-low interest rates, reports RedFin.

Unilin Announces Patent Victory in China

Wielsbeke, Belgium, October 16, 2025—Unilin Technologies has announced a decisive legal victory in China, where the Supreme People’s Court of China confirmed the validity of CN 102933385, despite the legal challenges initiated by a strawman.

America's Floor Source & Karndean Partner on Boys & Girls Clubs Project

Columbus, OH, October 16, 2025—America’s Floor Source partnered with luxury vinyl flooring specialist Karndean Designflooring to complete a community-impact project benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio.

Zillow '26 Home Trend Report Reveals Shift Towards Vibrant Decor

Seattle, WA, October 15, 2025-Zillow's Home Trends Report predicts bold, color-drenched rooms, cozy reading nooks, and fun features like pickleball courts and golf simulators will define design in 2026.

Brett Miller to Lead Olde World Limited, Departing NWFA

St. Charles, MO, October 15, 2025-The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) has announced that Brett Miller will be departing the organization on October 31 to pursue a new opportunity as general manager of Olde Wood Limited in Magnolia, Ohio.

Mortgage Applications Declined 1.8% in Week Ending October 10

Washington, DC, October 15, 2025—Mortgage applications decreased 1.8% from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending October 10, 2025.

Mullican Celebrating 40 Years of Business

Johnson City, TN, October 14, 2025—Mullican Flooring is celebrating its 40th anniversary?marking a milestone of American craftsmanship, sustainable practices and industry leadership.

Small Business Optimism Declined Two Points to 98.8 in September

Washington, DC, October 14, 2025-The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index declined two points in September to 98.8.

Construction Backlog Indicator Unchanged in September

Washington, DC, October 14, 2025—The Construction Backlog Indicator remained unchanged at 8.5 months in September, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors member survey conducted September 22 to October 6.

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