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Monday, May 20, 2013  In survey, economists say consumers are poised to boost spending, offset government cuts

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Vineyard Manor, off 12th and Polk, reopened Wednesday afternoon to residents of Amarillo. The 3-story building will be used for commercial business and affordable housing. They received help from the City of Amarillo and the Center City of Amarillo in financing the project.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  TransUnion: Improving housing market helps lower rate of late payments on US mortgages in first quarter

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  Homeowners looking to sell their house are in luck. According to the Amarillo Multiple Listing Service, the first quarter of the year is up almost 10 percent from last year.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  Pampa residents in the northeast edge of town are concerned there is a possibility a new affordable housing apartment complex will be built in their neighborhood.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  Some local realtors have officially declared the Amarillo area a sellers’ market. Every recent local economic indicator has declared real estate the success story of 2012.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  Amarillo National Bank released the numbers of how the economy in Amarillo fared in 2012. They also gave their forecast for what's to be expected this year.

Saturday, December 29, 2012  Local economists said the area had a relatively good year, primarily driven by the housing market.

Tuesday, December 25, 2012  Another Chance House opened their doors to veterans to come and spend their Christmas day.

Tuesday, November 20, 2012  US builders start construction on new homes at fastest pace in more than 4 years last month

Thursday, September 20, 2012  Recent numbers indicate national recovering in the housing market. What's more -- the market in Amarillo is in even better shape!

Thursday, September 06, 2012  FEMA denies assistance with housing repairs or temporary housing for some wildfire victims.

Friday, April 06, 2012  The housing market is on the mend.

Wednesday, March 14, 2012  The developer charged with building nearly 700 new housing units at Cannon Air Force Base expects construction to begin in July.

Friday, February 17, 2012  The mayor of Clovis says the community needs more rental housing to accommodate Cannon Air Force Base while helping jump start the economy of eastern New Mexico.