In this edition of Rocket Fuel, we talk about gas prices, lost luggage and the ongoing fight against inflation. Let’s dig in. Fuel Up! 🚀     Biz Buzz Americans Buying Less Gas As Prices Remain High Recent data has shown “fundamental changes” in how Americans have adjusted to higher gas prices – they’ve cut their miles. […]
Read moreJuly 25, 2022
Have we talked about inflation lately? This week’s Rocket Fuel includes insight on the latest inflation reports and how to stay positive and patient amid the fallout of the latest inflation reports. Fuel Up! 🚀     Biz Buzz Inflation Reaches Four-Decade High, But Good News Ahead? Annual consumer prices rose 9.1% in June 2022 vs. June […]
Read moreJuly 18, 2022
By: Breyden Kellam Think cybercriminals are only after big businesses? Think again. According to Verizon’s 2022 Data Breach Investigations Report, small businesses – that is, companies with fewer than 1,000 team members – accounted for 715 data breach incidents. And very small businesses, or those with 10 team members or less, were targeted even more […]
Read moreJuly 14, 2022
This week’s edition includes a look into investment properties, the July Jobs report and how “Elf” helps one partner reach their audience. Fuel Up! 🚀     Biz Buzz THE jobs report (non-farm payrolls) came in strong Friday with the unemployment rate remaining at 3.6% as the economy added 320k jobs last month. Many in the media […]
Read moreJuly 11, 2022
According to National Association of REALTORS® 2022 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report, 34% of all home buyers are buying for the first time. This group of buyers is a special one as it’s the first time they’re making such a big financial decision and commitment. Add the fact that they may not understand […]
Read moreJuly 06, 2022
With today’s ever-increasing hybrid work preferences and importance of a better work-life balance, a loan officer career can offer big advantages. It’s no surprise that a loan officer is currently ranked #15 in U.S. World News and Report’s rankings for best business jobs in the U.S.More good news: the ranking also states that the Bureau […]
Read moreJune 30, 2022
This week’s edition includes purchasing power for NBA draft selections, plus a roundup of this week’s major economic news. Fuel Up! 🚀   Biz Buzz The NBA draft took place on Thursday night; Duke’s Paolo Banchero went first overall to the Orlando Magic, followed by 57 other collegiate and international stars to their respective teams. As […]
Read moreJune 27, 2022
As a broker, you’ll meet all kinds of clients who range in age, home buying experience, income and lifestyles. Each client is unique and has their own personal goals and roadblocks when it comes to homeownership. The different categories they fall into can also tell you something about them. For example, studies have shown millennial […]
Read moreJune 22, 2022
It’s been a big week, and it will be a big weekend! Juneteenth and Father’s Day both fall on Sunday, and we wrap up a week full of major economic news. Fuel Up! 🚀   Biz Buzz Weak Sauce: Potential Sriracha Shortage This Summer Summer may be a little milder this year, at least in one […]
Read moreJune 20, 2022
There’s not a business in the world that can’t benefit from a fresh set of eyes with a new perspective every so often. Properly utilized, internships can provide businesses a great source of inspiration, and who knows, you might find someone you want to hire on full-time. Follow these tips to make an internship a […]
Read moreJune 15, 2022