NAR Calls for Swift Passage of Healthcare Legislat
Washington, DC, March 16, 2006--The National Association of Realtors called for swift passage today of the small business health care legislation.
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30-year Fixed Rate Up to Highest Level Since July
Washington, DC, March 16, 2006--The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) released its Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending March 10.
UK’s Floors 2 Go Shares Fall
London, England, March 15, 2006--News that the market remains challenging led wood and laminate flooring specialist Floors 2 Go sharply lower today.
Laticrete Sponsors Employee’s Race Car
Hamlet, NC, March 15, 2006--For the last five decades, the Laticrete commitment to research and development has pursued innovative ceramic tile and stone installation systems.
NAHB Names National Green Building Award Winners
Washington, DC, March 15, 2006--Green building pioneer Ron Jones of Santa Fe, N.M., was named Builder Advocate of the Year at the 2006 National Green Building Awards Gala recently.
WarmlyYours Intros Bathroom Floor-Warming Kits
Lake Zurich, IL, March 15, 2006--At Surfaces 2006, WarmlyYours unveiled its newest creation: easy-to-install electric floor warming kits designed to cover most bathroom floor plans.
CRI Spring Issues Conference Slated For April
Dalton, GA, March 15, 2006--The CRI Spring Issues Conference, held annually for CRI members, will take place at the Northwest Georgia Trade and Convention Center April 12-13.
NRF Retail Sales Index Up 7.2% in February
Washington, DC, March 14, 2006--According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), retail industry sales for February (which exclude automobiles, gas stations, and restaurants) rose a solid 7.2 percent over last year and decreased 0.4 percent seasonally a
Empire State Manufacturing Index Jumps in March
Washington, DC, March 15, 2006--Manufacturing activity in the New York area surged in March, according to the New York Federal Reserve Bank.
Media and Design VIPs Headed to Coverings
Alexandria, VA, March 15, 2006--One of the hottest invitations this season among home and design press is for the Coverings 2006 VIP Tour.