Mortgage Application Volume Declines
Washington, DC, April 3, 2013 -- Mortgage application volume fell last week, as refinancing activity declined to offset higher demand for purchase loans, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
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Organizations Offer Prize for Product Innovation
New York, NY, April 3, 2013 -- Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute and Make It Right, an organization founded by actor Brad Pitt, are offering $250,000 in prize money in a Product Innovation Challenge.
Unilin Joins Mohawk in Raising Hardwood Prices
Dallas, April 2, 2013 – Unilin said it will increase prices up to 10% on solid and engineered hardwood flooring, and on accessories, effective June 1.
Cooperativa Ceramica d'Imola Gets Certification
Emeryville, CA, April 2, 2013 -- SCS Global Services said it has issued Green Squared certification to Cooperativa Ceramica d'Imola, an Italian-based producer of ceramic tile, for its Imola Ceramica, LaFaenza and Leonardo brands.
Crossville Names Technical Services Directors
Crossville, TN, April 2, 2013 -- Crossville has named Tim Bolby executive director of technical services.
Factory Orders Surge in February
Washington, DC, April 2, 2013 -- Factory orders rose sharply in February, according to the Commerce Department.
Dover Rug CEO Jafri Nominated for Award
Natick, MA, April 2, 2013 -- Dover Rug & Home said company CEO Mahmud Jafri has been nominated for the 2013 Immigrant Entrepreneur Award in the “Outstanding Neighborhood Business” category in Massachusetts.
NAFCD To Hold Convention Nov. 12-14
Chicago, IL, April 2, 2013 -- The North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors and the North American Building Material Distribution Association will hold their convention Nov. 12-14 in Chicago.
IICRCA Hires Firm To Hold Trade Show
Vancouver, WA, April 2, 2013 -- The International Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Council of Associations (IICRCA) said it is partnering with Event Planning Concepts to hold its upcoming educational conference and trade show.
Construction Spending Rises in February
Washington, DC, April 1, 2013 -- Construction spending rose in February, due mostly to the highest level of home building in more than four years, according to the Commerce Department.