NAHB Lobbies Congress on Housing Policy
Washington, DC, May 7, 2014 -- The health of housing is key for the overall state of the U.S. economy and housing stands poised to serve as an engine of job growth with the right policies in place.
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Cash Home Purchases Hit Record in First Quarter
Irvine, CA, May 8, 2014 -- All-cash home purchases hit a record 43% of U.S. deals in the first quarter, more than double the share a year ago, according to data firm RealtyTrac Inc.
Initial Jobless Claims Fall Last Week
Washington, DC, May 8, 2014 -- Initial applications for unemployment benefits fell last week to the lowest level in a month, according to the Labor Department.
Nourison Names Hospitality Director
Saddle Brook, NJ, May 8, 2014 -- Nourison has named Steven Brandon as managing director of its hospitality division.
Builder Horton Acquiring Atlanta's Crown Communities
Atlanta, GA, May 7, 2014 -- Builder D.R. Horton is acquiring Atlanta's largest home builder, Crown Communities, according to a report by Builder magazine.
Most Housing Markets Show Annual Improvement
Washington, DC, May 7, 2014 -- Of the 351 metro markets measured, 300 have seen year-over-year economic gains, according to the National Association of Home Builders/First American Leading Markets Index.
Earthwerks Names Asia-Based Director
Corpus Christi, TX, May 7, 2014 -- EarthWerks flooring has named Andy Goldstein director of international sourcing.
Commercial, Multifamily Loan Originations Fall
Washington, DC, May 7, 2014 -- First quarter commercial and multifamily mortgage loan originations were 1% lower than during the same period last year and 45% lower than the fourth quarter of 2013.
Tandus Centiva Wins Adex Awards
Dalton, GA, May 7, 2014 -- Tandus Centiva has been named a Platinum, Gold and Silver award winner for the 2014 Awards for Design Excellence (ADEX) for several resilient products.
PID Floors Distributing Haro Wood Flooring
New York, NY, May 7, 2014 -- PID Floors said it is now the exclusive retailer and distributor of Haro brand floors in New York City.