NWFA Names Floor of Year Winners
St. Louis, MO, May 6, 2011 -- The National Wood Flooring Association announced the winners of its 2011 Wood Floor of the Year contest at its convention in San Diego.
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Mortgage Rates Drift Lower
Washington, DC, May 6, 2011 -- The average rate on the 30-year mortgage reached its lowest level since mid-January this week, according to Freddie Mac’s weekly survey released Thursday.
Two Receive Golden Mallet Awards
St. Louis, MO, May 6, 2011 -- The National Wood Flooring Association announced its 2011 Golden Mallet award recipients at its convention in San Diego.
NAHB Backs Bill Addressing Loans for Builders
Washington, DC, May 6, 2011 -- The National Association of Home Builders has praised a bill by Rep. Gary Miller (R-Calif.) and Rep. Brad Miller (D-N.C.) that addresses credit issues faced by home builders.
BASF Earnings More Than Double in Quarter
Frankfurt, Germany, May 6, 2011 -- German chemical company BASF SE says it more than doubled first-quarter earnings thanks to increased demand for its chemicals and plastics.
Dalton Carpet Sellers, State Meet Over Fines
Dalton, GA, May 5, 2011 -- Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal and John Sours of the Governor’s Office of Consumer Protection met with Dalton carpet dealers on Wednesday to discuss their complaints over fines.
Economic Stress Falls in March
New York, NY, May 5, 2011 -- The nation's economic stress is at its lowest point this year, according to the Associated Press' monthly economic stress survey.
Retail Sales in April Higher Than Expected
New York, NY, May 5, 2011 -- Retailers reported April sales growth that outpaced analysts' estimates, although there were a few signs that consumers are facing increasing pressure from gas prices.
Mannington Begins Online Sample Program
Salem, NJ, May 5, 2011 – Mannington is now allowing consumers to order flooring samples online directly from the firm.
House Prices in Double Dip, Report Says
Truckee, CA, May 5, 2011 -- Home prices have double dipped nationally, according to a report by Clear Capital, a real estate data firm.