Initial Jobless Claims Fall Again
Washington, DC, Feb. 14, 2013 -- Initial claims for unemployment benefits fell sharply last week, according to the Labor Department.
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Legislators Hope To Soften Downpayment Rule
Washington, DC, Feb. 14, 2013 -- Realtors and mortgage bankers hope to get a break from Washington regarding the potential imposition of strict minimum downpayment rules.
Lane Sales To Distribute Provenza Products
Holbrook, NY, Feb. 14, 2013 -- Lane Sales has been named the exclusive distributor for Provenza Wood Flooring in the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
Retail Sales Edge Higher in January
Washington, DC, Feb. 13, 2013 -- Retail sales edged higher in January, held back as payroll tax increases and higher gasoline prices limited spending, according to the Commerce Department.
Finkell Elected Chairman of Hardwood Federation
Washington, DC, Feb. 13, 2013 -- Don Finkell, who recently announced his retirement from Shaw Industries, has been unanimously elected chairman of the board of the Washington, DC-based Hardwood Federation.
Holt Returns to Mohawk as Senior Vice President
Marietta, GA, Feb. 13, 2013 -- David Holt has returned to Mohawk as the company's new senior vice president of sales, for the builder/multifamily market.
Dream Weaver Carpet Raising Prices in March
Chatsworth, GA, Feb. 13, 2013 -- Dream Weaver Carpet said it will raise prices from 5% to 8% on all products effective with orders on March 3.
Cintas Certified by Floor Safety Institute
Cincinnati, OH, Feb. 13, 2013 -- Cintas Corporation said its tile and carpet deep cleaning service received certification from the National Floor Safety Institute as a “high traction” service.
Mullican Lauches Gold Dealer Program
Johnson City, TN, Feb. 13, 2013 -- Mullican Flooring is launching its Gold Dealer Program at selected retail stores in the U.S. and Canada.
Mortgage Applications Down on Higher Rates
Washington, DC, Feb. 13, 2013 -- Mortgage application volume slipped 5.2% last week as some interest rates rose, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.