Author: troyashbacher

In This Article As if gauging the current real estate investment landscape weren’t tough enough, with fluctuating interest rates, tariffs, and economic uncertainty, redistricting in Texas and California has added another twist to an evolving—and some would say confusing—scenario. What Is Redistricting, and What Does It Do? The redistricting issue began in the summer, when the Republican-led legislature announced plans to redraw congressional seats in the middle of the decade. The intention was clear: to send more Republicans to the House of Representatives in Washington. By carving up districts, Republicans hope to maintain full control of Congress after the 2026…

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Cases and Deaths SOURCES As of March 7, 2023, all data on COVID-19 cases and deaths are drawn from the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Coronavirus (COVID-19) Dashboard. Prior to March 7, 2023, this tracker relied on data provided by the Johns Hopkins University (JHU) Coronavirus Resource Center’s COVID-19 Map, which ends on March 10, 2023. Population data are obtained from the United Nations World Population Prospects using 2021 total population estimates. Income-level classifications are obtained from the latest World Bank Country and Lending Groups. Regional classifications are obtained from the World Health Organization. Policy Actions NOTES Policy actions data include…

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If you have a car, you’re probably getting flooded with calls, emails and letters telling you that your car needs an extended warranty. A lot of these are scams, but extended warranties themselves are real and sometimes useful.While you might be reluctant to pay the added cost, some of these sales materials can make it sound pretty scary to drive without one. But, if you don’t check the fine print and make sure to choose a reputable warranty underwriter, you could end up paying for coverage that doesn’t quite live up to your expectations.How do extended warranties work? Do you…

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Key Takeaways Two California metros—San Jose and San Francisco—lead the list of areas offering the strongest odds of earning six-figure salaries.ScoutLogic compared nearly 40 U.S. metro areas to identify where high-paying jobs and reasonable costs best align for workers in 2025.Though Boston and Seattle have more six-figure jobs than some peers, they ranked below more affordable metros like Denver, Washington, D.C., and Portland. For many Americans, reaching a six-figure salary marks a significant career milestone—but in addition to your skills, education, and industry, where you live can make all the difference. In some metropolitan areas in the U.S., a $100,000-plus…

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If you need an inexpensive lunch bag option, this insulated bag is on sale for just $3.99.  This would be a great option for a kid that constantly loses their bag, a snack bag to keep stocked in the car, for sports or just a cheap one to take to work. Choose from black only at this price.  Click here and the price is listed at $7.99.  Use code HE59JMG2 and you should see 50% off reflected in your cart.  

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