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Washington, DC, April 4, 2011 -- The National Association of Homebuilders and the National Association of Realtors are lobbying House Republicans to delay a vote on bills that would begin scaling back Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
Atlanta, GA, April 4, 2011 -- A new study on workplace values shows American workers seek employment with organizations that are both financially successful and mindful and focus on sustainability.
Beverly, W VA, April 4, 2011 -- Armstrong World Industries and local union members have reached an agreement that allows union workers to keep their health care benefits with some minor changes.
New York, NY, April 4, 2011 -- The New York Chapter of the International Furnishings and Design Association and rug manufacturer Safavieh have named the winner of the 2011 rug design competition.
Washington, DC, April 1, 2011 -- Construction spending declined in February to the lowest level in more than a decade, according to the Commerce Department.
Washington, DC, April 1, 2011 -- The U.S. manufacturing sector posted its 20th consecutive month of expansion in March, although growth slowed down slightly, according to the Institute for Supply Management index.
Washington, DC, April 1, 2011 -- The U.S. economy added 216,000 jobs in March, the Labor Department reported Friday, and the unemployment rate edged down to 8.8%.
Washington, DC, April 1, 2011 -- The share of homebuyers purchasing second homes remained steady in 2010 compared to the year before, according to an annual report from the National Association of Realtors.
West Chester, PA, April 1, 2011 -- Brandywine International Hardwood said it has restructured and has promoted John Himes to CEO.
Chicago, IL, April 1, 2011 -- Modular flooring firm Flor, Inc. has opened its third national store in New York City in the heart of SoHo.