Those trends, and the likelihood of further price gains, have led builders to step up construction.

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And the limited inventory of homes for sale has made builders more confident to step up construction.

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It also marks China's latest step to win construction projects in the West, broadening from the country's sizable role in big-ticket projects in Africa and other parts of the developing world.

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"Signing this term sheet is a milestone step towards financing the construction of our polysilicon plant, " said DustinShindoDustin Shindo, Hoku's chief executive.

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"Signing this term sheet is a milestone step towards financing the construction of our polysilicon plant, " said Dustin Shindo , Hoku's chief executive.

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Awarding a contract and beginning construction of the network is a major step in what has often been a contentious and controversial project.

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For the league, the TV deal is the latest step that began with grass roots programs like court construction and clinics administered by former players like A.C.

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The North African nation took a step towards supporting green efforts this past week with the deadline for construction bids linked to an unspecified number of solar and wind farms.

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"This was the next step we have all been waiting for and moves us further down the construction timeline, " Sen.

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