Jobless Claims Near Seven-Year Low
Washington, DC, April 10, 2014 -- Initial jobless claims fell sharply last week to the lowest level in almost seven years, according to the Labor Department.
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Mortgage Rates Fall Last Week
Washington, DC, April 10, 2014 -- The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage loan fell to 4.34% from 4.41% last week, according to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac.
Armstrong Names Kroger Recycler of the Year
Lancaster, PA, April 10, 2014 -- Armstrong World Industries said it has named The Kroger Co. as its 2013 Flooring Recycler of the Year.
Dalton State College To Dedicate Peeples Hall
Dalton, GA, April 10, 2014 -- In honor and recognition of their longstanding and loyal support of Dalton State College, the new science building currently under construction on campus will be named Shelby and Willena Peeples Hall.
Knowles Named VP at Wood Firm PanTim
Scarborough, ME, April 9, 2014 -- Rick Knowles has been appointed vice president, sales and marketing for PanTim Wood Products.
Interest Growing in Home Purchase Mortgages
Washington, DC, April 9, 2014 -- Mortgage application volume fell last week as refinancing interest declined, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Armstrong Raising Hardwood Prices
Lancaster, PA, April 9, 2014 -- Armstrong said it will increase prices 4-10% in the U.S. and Canada on solid and engineered hardwood products effective June 9.
Wholesale Inventories Rise in February
Washington, DC, April 9, 2014 -- U.S. wholesale inventories rose more slowly in February than in January, according to the Commerce Department.
LEED Program Hits 3 Billion Foot Mark
Washington, DC, April 9, 2014 -- The U.S. Green Building Council said that 3 billion square feet of green construction space has earned LEED certification worldwide.
Vacation Home Sales Surge in 2013
Washington, DC, April 8, 2014 -- Vacation home sales rose strongly in 2013, while investment purchases fell below the elevated levels seen in the previous two years, according to the National Association of Realtors.