Demand for Mortgages Falls Last Week
Washington, DC, June 25, 2014 -- Mortgage application volume fell last week as both purchase and refinancing applications declined, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
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USGBC Events Team Gets Sustainability Certification
Washington, DC, June 25, 2014 -- The U.S. Green Building Council said that its Conference and Events team has earned certification in a new standard, signifying excellence in sustainable event planning and management.
PID Floors Opens New Showroom in New York
New York, NY, June 25, 2014 -- Hardwood firm PID Floors hosted a grand opening of its new flagship showroom in New York City’s Flatiron District June 12.
May New Home Sales Rise More Than Expected
Washington, DC, June 24, 2014 -- New homes sales increased at the fastest pace in six years in May, according to the Commerce Department.
Shaw To Build New Carpet Recycling Plant
Dalton, GA, June 24, 2014 -- Shaw Industries said it will invest $17 million to build a new Evergreen recycling plant in Ringgold, Georgia.
Home Prices Rise in April but at Slower Pace
New York, NY, June 24, 2014 -- Home prices in 10 major U.S. cities increased 10.8% in the year ended in April, according to the S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Index.
Consumer Confidence Rises in June
New York, NY, June 24, 2014 -- The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index improved again in June.
Tile Outlets of America Names VP of Purchasing
Atlanta, GA, June 24, 2014 -- Kathryn Spencer has been hired as vice president of purchasing and business development for Tile Outlets of America.
Government Says House Prices Flat in April
Washington, DC, June 24, 2014 -- The Federal Housing Finance Agency reported that its monthly House Price Index showed no change in U.S. house prices for April from the prior month.
J+J Releases Sustainability Report
Dalton, GA, June 24, 2014 -- J+J Flooring Group has released its 2013 Sustainability Report.