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New-Home Sales Rise 1.3 Percent in October

Sales of newly built, single-family homes inched up 1.3 percent in October, according to newly released data from the U.S. Commerce Dept., although overall sales activity is well below normal due to tight credit conditions.

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Remodeling dips slightly in 2Q

The remodeling market slipped under pressure from a sluggish economy according to the National Association of Home Builders' Remodeling Market Index, which dipped during the second quarter to 43.9 from the first quarter result of 46.5.

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Builder confidence high for 55+ housing

Builder confidence in the 55+ housing market was markedly more upbeat in the first quarter of 2011 for apartment production and demand than for sales of single-family or condominium homes, according to a new survey released by the National Association of Home Builders.

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Builder confidence unchanged

WASHINGTON -- Builder confidence for new, single-family homes remained unchanged at 16 for a fourth consecutive month in February, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).