Monthly Archives: February 2010

BBB Doubles Instances of Service in 2009 RALEIGH, N.C. — According to year-end statistics, BBB provided nearly 850,000 instances of service to consumers and businesses in 2009, up over 100 percent from over 440,000 in 2008. The increase in service … Continue reading

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still no evidence of a significant rebound in home sales

The National Association of Realtors said on Tuesday its Pending Home Sales index, based on contracts signed in December, rose 1.0 percent to 96.6 after a steep drop in November when a boost from an initial tax credit for first-time … Continue reading

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Pike Research’s Analysis

Pike Research’s analysis highlights growth potential for several key residential energy efficiency categories in the United States: The home energy auditing business is a strong indicator of the coming of age for energy efficient homes. Pike Research forecasts that this … Continue reading

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Drop in existing home sales

Last week, a media storm took place with the large drop in existing home sales.  The drop of 16% seemed to shock everyone who was predicting only a 10% decline after the expiration of the initial home-buyer tax credit.   Right after … Continue reading

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Love affair is on the rocks?

Their love affair with traditional lenders is on the rocks, so some residential real estate developers have found a new partner: private equity. More than 20 firms are looking to team up with homebuilders to go bargain shopping for distressed … Continue reading

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