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By David Hall January 27, 2023
Whether you're looking for a home, a current renter, or an existing homeowner - it's easy to see the changes that are occurring in the housing market. Here, we'll discuss interest rates and their interplay with rental rates and the changing landscape of the housing market.
Pokemon ball on Pokemon cards
By David Hall January 24, 2023
The trading card market is a great example of supply and demand, and can teach us a lot about this foundational principle in economics. We cover this specifically using the Pokemon trading card market, explaining the forces at play that have caused the increased prices in recent years.
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By Weimin Chen November 29, 2022
As technology rapidly improved, society was faced with new workplace hazards that did not previously exist. Protecting against these hazards has been a long road, but has led to many positive environments throughout all workplaces. A modern development in ergonomics deals with the proper safety of long-hours at a computer.
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By David Hall November 24, 2022
Economic growth is a long-studied phenomenon. Of particular note in the last century or so is the rapid growth in technological improvements. With each improvement, we have the potential eradication of jobs, leading to a debate between scholars about the value of these improvements.
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By Ali Rizvi November 22, 2022
The blockchain revolution is likely to affect the financial services industry the most. It aims to fundamentally shift the way banking occurs throughout the world. With a public ledger and significantly more transparency, people may soon find themselves instilling more and more trust in blockchain technology as it gets tested and improves with every iteration.
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By Ali Rizvi November 18, 2022
The blockchain is one of the most talked about advancements in technology since the dot com boom. This space is rapidly evolving, with new products and derivatives being developed seemingly each day. As a small business owner, it may be overwhelming to dive into all of these new advancements. But, it can be a way for your business to set yourself apart from your competition.
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By Weimin Chen November 11, 2022
Side hustles are discussed on all corners of the internet. Younger generations are using side hustles to supplement their income and provide additional financial security for themselves and their families. This protection by diversification is increasing in popularity, especially given the prospect of turning these side hustles into full-time self-employment or business ownership that provides far more freedom than the traditional working path.
By Ali Rizvi November 8, 2022
The blockchain is a revolution that won't be going anywhere any time soon. While crypto, NFT's, and even the Metaverse may seem to have fallen from theirs heights of 2020-2021, the foundational technology driving them is here to stay. There are many buzzwords that are thrown around, with little understanding of their meaning. Our snapshot here will give you a brief overview of the popular blockchain technology of today.
By David Hall November 3, 2022
The prevalence of farming speaks to how critical it is even in our modern society. Typically, following a harvest farmers will till their land to aerate the soil and prepare for the following planting season. However, an increasing number of farmers are opting for a no-till approach. What's the difference, and what's the benefit/cost?
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By Weimin Chen October 30, 2022
Halloween is a staple for children, businesses, and communities as a whole. The pandemic through a wrench into the traditional Halloween festivities. Coming out of it, businesses potentially face some of the highest Halloween participation numbers ever. Though inflation is also making the holiday more expensive than ever.
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Papers stacked with graph front and center
By David Hall January 27, 2023
Whether you're looking for a home, a current renter, or an existing homeowner - it's easy to see the changes that are occurring in the housing market. Here, we'll discuss interest rates and their interplay with rental rates and the changing landscape of the housing market.
Pokemon ball on Pokemon cards
By David Hall January 24, 2023
The trading card market is a great example of supply and demand, and can teach us a lot about this foundational principle in economics. We cover this specifically using the Pokemon trading card market, explaining the forces at play that have caused the increased prices in recent years.
By The Local Economist January 6, 2023
Business and life leaves us with many moments where we feel "lucky" or "unlucky". While luck is a real possibility, it's also something that can be gamed. By focusing on the probability of success with your decisions, and being deliberate in making those decisions, you can tip the scale of "luck" in your favor.
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