Monthly Archives - August 2023

America’s $20 Trillion Economy by State

By Brad Beckett Today's graphic from the Visual Capitalist reminds us that when you add up the parts, every U.S. state plays an integral role in the country’s overall economy - to the tune of $20 trillion.  Take a look at how each state's GDP plays its role in the nation's overall big picture - it's quite remarkable!  As always, stay...

Your Weekly Roundup News & Updates

Your weekly news & updates Here is this week's "Weekly Roundup" from Real Estate Investing Today, the news & views site from the National Real Estate Investors Association. Visit our Website Pending Home Sales Up 0.3% in June The National Association of Realtors is reporting that pending home sales were up 0.3% in June, 2023. Click here to read more. New Home Sales Drop 2.5% in...

The 25 Most & Least Expensive Places for Childcare in the U.S.

By Brad Beckett Playground equipment provider AAA State of Play reminds us that childcare can be notoriously expensive here in the U.S. They say the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers “affordable” childcare to cost less than 7% of a family’s income.  Interestingly, data shows that only in 2% of counties in the entire country does the average cost...