American Automobile Association (AAA) Holiday Travel Forecast The American Automobile Association (aka AAA) says that over 119 million people will be traveling this holiday season –a record number. In addition, AAA expects nearly 117 million people will drive to their holiday destinations. AAA calculates the holiday season from Saturday, December 21 to Wednesday, January 1. […]
Most Desired Christmas Gifts in America With Christmas just around the corner, Statista has released their list of the most desired gifts for this holiday season in the United States. Unsurprisingly, money tops the list as the most desired Christmas present, followed by clothes and gift cards. Stay safe, have a Merry Christmas, and enjoy
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Storagecafe Report on U.S. Housing Inventory Growth Last week’s infographic illustrated America’s fastest growing housing markets based on data from this report. That being said, Storagecafe says the U.S. housing market has been on a steady, albeit slow, growth trajectory over the past two decades with total inventory reaching 144 million housing units in 2023
NAHB Eye on Housing Report: Student Housing Construction Investment on the Rise A recent report from the NAHB’s Eye on Housing reveals that private fixed investment in student dormitories increased by 2.2% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of $3.9 billion in Q3 of 2024. The report highlights the rebound in private fixed investment
Hardest Hit Sectors in an Inflationary Environment Industries and Individuals Facing the Brunt of Inflation Vulnerable Populations Impacted by Inflationary Pressures Economic Segments Experiencing the Greatest Inflationary Impact The Impact of Inflation on Consumer Prices in the United States If you’re a regular reader of this site you know that we cover inflation pretty extensively.
Brain Games for Housing Providers: Sharpen Your Skills and Succeed Unlock your potential with brain games tailored specifically for housing providers. These activities not only challenge your mind but also improve your cognitive skills, keeping you sharp and focused. By embracing this engaging approach, you can enhance your decision-making, better serve your residents, and effectively
ATTOM’s October 2024 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report According to ATTOM’s October 2024 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report, there were a total of 30,784 U.S. properties with foreclosure filings. This figure is 4% higher than September and 11% lower than one year ago. Across the country, one out of every 4,578 housing units had a foreclosure filing
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Orkin’s Top Rattiest Cities List Revealed for 2024 The pest control & rodent removers over at Orkin have released their annual Top 50 Rattiest Cities List for 2024. For the 10th consecutive year, Chicago has secured the number one spot, with Los Angeles and New York following closely in second and third place. Orkin determines
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ATTOM Data’s Q4 2024 Vacant Property and Zombie Foreclosure Report According to ATTOM Data’s Q4 2024 Vacant Property and Zombie Foreclosure Report, there were nearly 1.4 million residential properties in the U.S. sitting vacant in Q4. That figure represents 1.3%, or one in 77 homes, across the nation – roughly the same as in the
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Veterans Day 2024 This Monday, November 11th, is Veterans Day… Here’s a little history about this important day; In 1918, the armistice ending the First World War officially took effect on the 11th day, of the 11th month, at the 11th hour. The following year President Woodrow Wilson declared November 11th as Armistice Day.  Later,
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