As the residential market shows signs of softening, the nonresidential market is in excellent position to pick up the slack in construction activity. Nonresidential construction not only represents billions of dollars in economic activity, but also generates a lot of related spending in furnishings and interior decor.

Kermit Baker

Excellent Market Pick Position Residential Shows Signs Slack Softening

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