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Home Builders Lobby Against Energy Proposals

Home Builders Lobby Against Energy Proposals

Washington, DC, Aug. 7, 2009--The National Association of Home Builders is sounding the alarm about proposed legislation regarding home energy efficiency that it says could price many home buyers out of the market.

Administration May Overhaul Fannie, Freddie

Administration May Overhaul Fannie, Freddie

Washington, DC, Aug. 6, 2009--The Obama administration is considering an overhaul of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac that would strip them of billions of dollars in bad loans and create a new structure to support the home-loan market.

Half of Mortgage Holders May Be Underwater

New York, NY, Aug. 6, 2009--Nearly half of U.S. homeowners with a mortgage are likely to owe more than their properties are worth before the housing recession ends, Deutsche Bank said.

Initial Jobless Claims Less Than Expected

Washington, DC, Aug. 6, 2009--Initial jobless claims dropped more than expected last week, a government report showed on Thursday, boosting views that the labor market and the economy were stabilizing.

Retail Sales Remain Sluggish in July

Retail Sales Remain Sluggish in July

New York, NY, Aug. 6, 2009--Retailers reported sluggish sales in July, with sales declining mostly across the board even as they've been able to raise profit forecasts on costs and inventory controls.

Supply of Homes For Sale Falls in July

Emeryville, CA, Aug. 6, 2009--The supply of homes listed for sale fell again in many U.S. cities last month as bargain hunters continued to search for foreclosed properties.