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Washington, DC, Oct. 15, 2008--Mortgage applications filed last week increased 5.1 percent compared with the week before, reflecting an increase in refinancing activity, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported on Wednesday.
New York, NY, Oct. 15, 2008--One measure of U.S. consumer confidence fell in October from an 11-month high in September, as the financial market turmoil stoked worries about the economy, according to a new survey.
Clifton, NJ, Oct. 15, 2008--Home furnishings retailer Linens 'n Things, which filed for bankruptcy protection in May, canceled its auction and plans to begin liquidation sales at its stores as soon as tomorrow.
Darien, CT, Oct. 15, 2008-- – Starnet Worldwide Commercial Flooring Partnership said that Carpet Weaver's, Inc., headquartered in Bloomington, Ill., is its newest member.
Kneeland, CA, October 14, 2008--Dave Spreen has been invited to participate in the experts panel during the 4th China Wood International Wood Flooring Cooperation Summit.
Dalton, GA, Oct. 15, 2008--It's a lean time for the flooring industry, but for Mohawk Industries and its high-end Karastan brand, that means it's time to try and increase its share, according to a story in Marketing Daily.
Alexandria, VA, Oct. 15, 2008--Ergon Engineered Stone, a brand of EmilCeramica Spa, said its Mikado Series is now being produced with 40 percent post industrial recycled content.
Washington, DC, Oct. 14, 2008--Former Fed Chairman Paul Volcker said on Tuesday the U.S. housing sector faced more losses and the economy was in recession even as authorities moved to stabilize the financial system.
Quebec, Canada, Oct. 14, 2008--Preverco, a manufacturer of high-end, hardwood flooring, has three new partnerships with U.S. distributors.
Los Angeles, CA, Oct. 14, 2008--Homebuilders like KB Home that thrived by offering large homes and expensive amenities have began to rethink their home designs with an eye toward making smaller, less costly homes.