Construction of new homes rose in June to the highest level in seven months, a sign builders are starting to regain confidence ...
Housing Starts, Building Permits Jump In June
USATODAY.com Money - Top Stories, USA Today: Money
Fri, 07/17/2009 - 6:28am
Topics: 2009 construction homes housing market june
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