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September 2011

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news Housing Starts on the Rise "w hile the overall rate of new-home production remains quite low and is still being weighed down by significant uncertainties among both home builders and buyers, this latest report is encouraging," says Bob Nielsen, National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Chairman. "It means some builders are cautiously beginning to restock their extremely thin inventories with new homes in anticipation of gradual improvement in consumer demand as the economy inches toward recovery." New home builds were seen in single- and multifamily sectors as insurance of permits—typically a sign of future building growth—have risen. "The modest improvement in new-house production and permitting is in line with our forecasts for incremental gains through the spring buying season," says David Crowe, NAHB Chief Economist. "While our builder members continue to experience a great number of challenges with regard to competition from foreclosed and short-sale properties, low appraisal values and tight credit conditions, they have noted slight improvements in interest among qualified buyers, and they need to be ready to meet the demand as it materializes." Builder: Broderick Building & Remodeling Congratulations on being chosen "Builder of the Month". K.C.CLEANING Residential ¶ Commercial 508.237.5911 For the latest information about housing starts, visit nahb.org. n FALMOUTH GLASS & MIRROR CO, INC. Specializing In Custom Frameless Shower Doors FULL GLASS SHOP 508.540.0317 537 Teaticket Highway E. Falmouth, MA 02536 www.falmouthglass.com Congratulations Broderick Building & Remodeling on being chosen "Builder of the Month" Brian Sundquist, President ,

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