1. Asheville, North Carolina: Known for its stunning mountain views and vibrant arts scene, Asheville offers a reasonable cost of living and affordable housing options for retirees. 2. Prescott, Arizona: With its mild climate and breathtaking natural beauty, Prescott is an ideal retirement destination that won’t break the bank. The city also boasts a low […]
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According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Chief Economist, Yun, small investors, commonly referred to as “mom and pop investors,” would greatly benefit from a reduction in capital gains taxes. Yun suggests that lowering capital gains taxes would provide these investors with increased opportunities to grow their investments and generate higher returns. By reducing
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According to a report by Statista, gasoline prices in the United States vary significantly. Factors such as state-specific transportation and distribution costs can lead to higher prices in states like Alaska and Hawaii. Additionally, state taxes also play a significant role in determining gasoline prices, as seen in high-tax states like California. Interestingly, the current
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In a recent episode of the AZREIA Show, Marcus Maloney and Michael Del Prete discuss architectural design and the growing popularity of additional dwelling units (ADUs) in Phoenix. They also explore how ADUs can boost cash flow for investors. The conversation emphasizes the importance of architectural design and the impact of renowned architects on real
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According to a graphic from Statista, Hawaii has the highest density of Airbnb rentals out of all U.S. cities and regions analyzed by InsideAirbnb in June 2023. With 32,597 Airbnb listings for an estimated 1.4 million inhabitants, it surpasses other cities in terms of Airbnb density. You can view the graphic here. Stay safe and
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The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis is reporting that America’s real gross domestic product (GDP) increased in 46 states (and D.C) in Q4 of 2022. The percent change in real GDP ranged from 7% in Texas to –4.3 percent in South Dakota. Click here to read the full report at the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
According to the latest CoreLogic Loan Performance Insights Report, in January 2023, 2.8% of mortgages were delinquent by at least 30 days or more including those in foreclosure. This figure represents a 0.5-percentage point decrease in the overall delinquency rate compared with January 2022. CoreLogic says measuring early-stage delinquency rates is important for analyzing the
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Realtor.com says not all corners of the U.S. are quite as “new-home parched” as others. They say there are many places across the nation where builders are putting up new homes to meet growing demand – especially in areas where the dollar stretches further. As you might have guessed, most of these locations are in
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The National Association of Home Builders says single-family market share continues to shift away from large metro areas. Citing data from their recent Q4 Home Building Geography Index (HBGI), they say the largest growth in single-family market share came in rural markets (micro counties and non-metro micro counties), rising from 9.4% in Q4 2019 to
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What are the 25 places in America where $100k goes the farthest? The folks over at SmartAsset remind us that a $100k salary just isn’t what it used to be. With factors such as inflation and varying cost of living in different parts of the country, there are places that give you more bang for