Mortgage Applications Rise Last Week
Washington, DC, May 14, 2014 -- Mortgage applications rose 3.6% last week from the previous week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
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Kane Carpet President Herb Frank Dies
Calhoun, GA, May 14, 2014 -- Herb Frank, president of Kane Carpet, died unexpectedly May 12.
Producer Prices Up Most in 18 Months
Washington, DC, May 14, 2014 -- Producer prices recorded their largest increase in 18 months in April, according to the Labor Department.
Fuse Alliance Names Marazzi Preferred Supplier
Aurora, CO, May 13, 2014 -- Fuse Alliance said that tile maker Marazzi USA is its newest preferred supplier.
Dixie Stock Falls but Firm Issues 'Strong Buy'
New York, NY, May 13, 2014 -- Analyst Raymond James issued a "strong buy" on the stock of the Dixie Group Tuesday, a day after the stock took a sharp tumble.
Jumbo Mortgage Market Relatively Healthy
Washington, DC, May 13, 2014 -- Jumbo mortgage loans are thriving compared to other kinds of mortgages.
Retail Sales Growth Falls in April
Washington, DC, May 13, 2014 -- Retail sales growth fell sharply in April, according to the Commerce Department.
Southern Backing Moves to Larger Warehouse
Dalton, GA, May 13, 2014 -- Southern Backing has relocated to a larger warehouse.
Carpet Designer Icon Jack Mishkin Dies
Cartersville, GA, May 12, 2014 -- Jack Leonard Mishkin, founder of the JMish carpet firm, died May 9.
Dixie Group Plans Public Stock Offering
Chattanooga, TN, May 12, 2014 -- The Dixie Group said it plans to make a public offering of 2,500,000 shares of its common stock.