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2010 ends as 2nd worst year for home construction

Builders began work last year on the second fewest number of homes in more than half a century, as the weak economy kept people from buying houses.

 

New U.S. home construction surged in August

Construction of new homes and apartments surged 10.5 percent in August from a month earlier, the Commerce Department said Tuesday. That's the highest level since April.

 

Home Construction Drops 5.9 Percent in February

Housing construction fell in February as winter blizzards held down activity in the Northeast and Midwest. The decline highlighted the challenges facing builders as they struggle to emerge from the worst housing slump in decades.

 

Data on industry output, home building boost hopes

Hopes that the economy can sustain its recovery drew support Wednesday from news that industrial ouput rose for a seventh straight month and home construction hit a six-month peak in January....

 

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