Can A Housing Comeback Save Lagging Job Numbers?
From NPR Topics: Economy
February 1, 2013 - 12:00pm
The winter may not be over, but economists are looking to spring for good news when it comes to jobs. Host Michel Martin speaks with NPR Senior Business Editor Marilyn Geewax about whether a strengthening housing market could boost stalling jobs numbers.
February 1, 2013 - 12:00pm
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