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Homebuying Activity Returns as Inventory Increases

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million housing starts in June and nearly half of all metros the NAR tracks issued more single-family permits than its historical average. Houston and Dallas issued the most single-family permits during the last 12 months, exceeding 50,000 each. Phoenix issued the third highest number of permits at just over 36,000.

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STATE FOCUS: Lassoing Jobs In Texas

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Its central location—just about an hour’s drive from Austin or San Antonio, and about three hours from Dallas/Fort Worth or Houston—makes Marble Falls a great choice for commercial prospects. Located along State Highway 249, just 28 miles northwest of downtown Houston, Tomball is included in a part of Texas, nicknamed the Energy Corridor.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

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Cerberus, an equity player who had acquired a majority stake in Chrysler from German auto giant Daimler-Benz in 2007, went into bankruptcy in 2009. Spokane’s Small Business Council is committed to working with area municipalities to streamline the permitting process for expansions or relocations to the region.

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