Articles

Risk vs. Reward

By M. Jane Garvey Many investors get into real estate because they like to know that there is something physical and tangible that they are buying. It is perceived as lower risk than some other investments. In the case of providing housing, we are providing a much-needed service, so the presumption is that there is an inherent value.  In a perfect...

Fourth of July by the Numbers!

By: Brad Beckett The Declaration of Independence This Tuesday, July 4th, will mark 247 years of America’s independence!  Today’s infographic takes a look at the Fourth of July “by the numbers” and provides insight into this holiday that we hold dear.  Whatever you do to celebrate, do it safely and have fun…..and, as always, stay safe and have a...

I’m Tired of This!

By: Jeffery S. Watson Dear Anna, “I’m tired of this!” I’ve heard that from several clients who are having to go back and locate or create records for their businesses. Their time of “running and gunning” and “easy money” is over, and they are now having to figure out what they borrowed, how they spent it, and what, if anything, they made. I am aware...

The Fastest-Shrinking Jobs in America

By Brad Beckett Statista says there are big changes on the horizon for several occupations over the next 10 years.  Many jobs will be eliminated outright thanks to rapid changes in technology and other advancements that have altered the way people work, making some occupations disappear, while others emerged. Interestingly, cashiers, who are at risk...

The “Buy Now, Pay Later” Generation

By Brad Beckett Statista says millennials are the "buy now, pay later" generation, with 56% of those born between 1980 and 1994 saying they made online purchases that allowed for interest-free payment of goods & services in several installments.  Compared with other generations, it's quite high...but it looks like Gen Z is hot on their...