The nation’s employers pulled back on their hiring in April but still added a decent 175,000 jobs in a sign that persistently high interest rates may be starting to slow the robust U.S. job market.
Month: May 2024
Wisconsin has the 18th highest property tax costs in the country, a new analysis has found

In Wisconsin, where local governments have limited tax power, property taxes help fund crucial public services. They’re also a major annual expense.
Wisconsin has the 18th highest property tax costs in the country, a new analysis has found

In Wisconsin, where local governments have limited tax power, property taxes help fund crucial public services. They’re also a major annual expense.
25 Highest Paying Jobs in the U.S.
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Discover the 25 highest paying jobs in the United States, based on the most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Top 15 US Metros With Exposure to Wildfire Risk

CoreLogic compiled the top 15 core-based statistical areas (CBSAs) in the U.S. for wildfire exposure in 2024.
Higher Home Values Mean Higher Taxes. Who’s Paying the Most?

Thanks to huge increases in values, with home sellers making double or triple what they paid, more sales are triggering the capital gains tax.
Americans Continue to Name Inflation as Top Financial Problem

Americans say inflation is the most important financial problem for their family as they continue to give subdued ratings of their personal finances.
Two Delgizzi Properties Go for $180K at IRS Auction

ORLEANS — Two houses owned by David Delgizzi and seized by the Internal Revenue Service attracted a high bid of $180,000 at an IRS auction held on April 23. The […]
Chicago Housing Scorecard: Housing starts and builder confidence are up – Chicago Agent Magazine Housing Scorecard

Although home sales slipped in Chicago last night, housing starts are up. Nationally, builder confidence is up, too.
Job Openings and Hiring Are at a 3-Year Ebb

March data showed a cooling labor market, but layoffs remain low. The overall trend is likely to be welcomed by Federal Reserve policymakers.