Resource Commercial Network Changes Name
Stone Mountain, GA, March 22, 2012 -- Resource Commercial Flooring Network said it is changing its name to Fuse Alliance.
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Jobless Claims at Four-Year Low
Washington, DC, March 22, 2012 -- New applications for unemployment benefits last week set a new four-year low, according to the Labor Department.
Sherwin-Williams To Supply Apartment Manager
Cleveland, OH, March 22, 2012 -- Sherwin-Williams Co. said it has entered into a multiyear paint and flooring supply partnership with Riverstone Residential Group, a major third-party manager of apartment properties.
Anderson 'Road Trip' Sale Starts May 1
Fountain Inn, SC, March 22, 2012 -- Anderson Hardwood will hold its 2012 Anderson Great American Road Trip Sale, May 1 – July 7.
30 Year Mortgage Back Over 4%
Washington, DC, March 22, 2012 -- The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage rose above 4% for the first time in more than three months, according to Freddie Mac.
House Prices Flat in January
Washington, DC, March 22, 2012 -- U.S. house prices on a seasonally adjusted basis were flat in January compared to December, the Federal Housing Finance Agency reported Thursday.
Forbo Could Use Cash for Share Repurchase
Baar, Switzerland, March 22, 2012 -- Forbo Holding said it could repurchase as much as 10% of its outstanding shares.
Hardwood Manufacturers Elect President, Officers
Pittsburg, PA, March 22, 2012 -- The Hardwood Manufacturers Association has elected Jack Shannon, Jr. of J. T. Shannon Lumber Co., Memphis, Tenn., president.
Architecture Billings Index Edges Up in February
Washington, DC, March 21, 2012 -- The Architecture Billings Index rose to 51.0 in February, from 50.9 the previous month, according to the American Institute of Architects.
Existing Home Sales Well Head of Last Year
Washington, DC, March 21, 2012 -- Existing home sales in February were up 8.8% over last year, according to the National Association of Realtors.