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Where Gas is the Cheapest & Most Expensive

Finding the most affordable and expensive gas prices

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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Exploring the Role of Architects in Real Estate Investing

Examining the Role of Architects in Real Estate Investments

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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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American Cities with the Highest Airbnb Densities

Top American Cities with the Highest Airbnb Concentrations

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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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Real GDP by U.S. State

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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.

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US Mortgage Delinquencies Fall for 22nd Straight Month

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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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Where are America’s New Home-Building Boomtowns?

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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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Single-Family Market Share Continues to Shift Away from Large Metros

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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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Cities Where a $100k Salary Goes the Furthest

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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

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Your Guide to the Renter’s Bill of Rights – Parts 1 & 2

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Recently, the Biden Administration released its Blueprint for the Renters Bill of Rights. On two recent episodes of the Rent Perfect Podcast, David Pickron and his General Counsel Denny Dobbins discuss how this blueprint can and will affect landlords today and in the future. You can download a copy of the White House’s document by

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U.S. Cities with the Highest GDP

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Today’s infographic from the Visual Capitalist ranks the economic output of the top 15 U.S. cities from New York City to Minneapolis, using data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. Interestingly, America’s metropolitan areas account for roughly 90% of U.S. economic output, however, they do point out that the economic center of gravity within

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