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Jun 21, 2024 / The Right News Right When It Happens

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Existing-Home Sales Declined 0.7% in May

Washington, DC, June 21, 2024—Total existing-home sales retreated 0.7% from April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.11 million in May, according to the National Association of Realtors.

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Home Prices Hit Record High in May at $419,300 Median

New York, NY, June 21, 2024—"Home prices rose in May to a new high, with low inventory continuing to spur bidding wars among home buyers in some markets,” according to the Wall Street Journal.

Construction Starts Rose 10% in May on Nonbuilding Strength

Bedford, MA, June 21, 2024—Total construction starts rose 10% in May to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.24 trillion, according to Dodge Construction Network.

Wilbur Named Executive Director of NAFCD, Gammonley to Retire

Chicago, IL, June 21, 2024—The North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) has announced that, after a comprehensive search process, it is excited to welcome Michael Wilbur as the incoming executive director.

Ceramics of Italy Holds Contest for Architects to Win Trip to Cersaie

New York, NY, June 21, 2024-Ceramics of Italy has announced the launch of its fourth annual Destination: Cersaie | Bologna program.

NTCA Wins Award for Promotional Piece

Jackson, MS, June 21, 2024—The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has been honored with the Best of Category—Digital Printing for Promotional Piece award at the 2024 Graphic Awards presented by the Printing Industry Association of the South, Inc. (PIAS).

WFCA Attorney Jeffrey King Inducted into Hall of Fame

Dalton, GA, June 21, 2024––The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) announces the induction of Jeffrey King into its Hall of Fame for 2024.