Homeownership at Lowest Level Since 1965
Washington, DC, July 29, 2016—National vacancy rates in the second quarter 2016 were 6.7% for rental housing and 1.7% for homeowner housing, the Department of Commerce’s Census Bureau has announced.
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NAHB Poll Shows That Homeownership Remains Priority for Americans
Arlington, VA, July 29, 2016—An overwhelming four-out-of-five Americans believe that owning a home is a good investment, according to a recent poll commissioned by the National Association of Home Builders.
Armstrong Rolls Out Premium Pro+ Local Marketing Program with Houzz
Lancaster, PA, July 29, 2016—Armstrong Flooring, Inc. and Houzz have announced the launch of Houzz Pro+ for flooring retailers who are part of the company’s Elevate retail support program.
Construction Spending Falls in June for Third Consecutive Month
Arlington, VA, August 2, 2016—Construction spending in June totaled $1.134 trillion at a seasonally adjusted annual rate, 0.6% lower than the May total, the third straight month of decline, according to the Association of General Contractors.
Personal Income Rose by 0.2% in June
Washington, DC, August 2, 2016—Personal income increased $29.3 billion (0.2%) in June according to estimates released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Early-Bird Registration for IFMA Expo Closes August 13
San Diego, CA, August 3, 2016—The deadline for early-bird registration for International Facility Management Association’s (IFMA) World Workplace 2016 Conference & Expo closes August 13.
Restaurants Stand as Area of Strength in Retail Centers
New York, NY, August 3, 2016—“For the first time in nearly two decades, restaurant sales surpassed supermarket sales last year,” reports CNBC.
Hardwood Forest Foundation's Program Launching at Omaha Children’s Museum
Memphis, TN, August 2, 2016—The Hardwood Forest Foundation’s flagship and award-winning Truth About Trees program will soon take on new life through partnership with the Omaha Children’s Museum in Omaha, Nebraska.
Rents Rising Fastest Among Low-End Apartments, says Zillow
Seattle, WA, August 1, 2016—Median rent for the least expensive multifamily rental homes is rising faster than median rent overall, and only a small portion of all new apartments is at the low end, according to the latest Zillow analysis.
Tile of Spain's 15th Awards Competition Now Open
Miami, FL, August 1, 2016—Tile of Spain announces an open call for the 15th Tile of Spain Awards competition.