Understanding the High Cost of Construction Materials
From the gas pump to the grocery store and everywhere in between, we have all seen the effects of inflation. Increased housing costs are also the result of inflation. According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, cost for construction materials jumped from as low as 10 percent for concrete to over 50…
Craft Beer Industry Trends for 2023
Since 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has required the craft beer industry to get creative. Many businesses invested in canning operations and looked for other venues to sell. Yet as restrictions continue to loosen and people feel more relaxed in public settings, patrons have returned to taprooms. The gradual wave of closures is also expected to…
Do You Need to Insure Your Snowmobile?
During winter, you plan to take your snowmobile out for recreational use on the local trails. It might also have more practical purposes, including transportation around a rural area when a couple feet of snow cover the ground. In all cases, you may be wondering if you need to insure your snowmobile. Connecticut residents are…
What Every Condo Buyer Should Know
As prices for single-family homes continue to climb, buyers may be tempted to shift their focus to condominiums. While condos are an alternative form of homeownership, the process of purchasing and maintaining your investment differs in several ways. Learn what you should anticipate, so you’re not surprised when applying for a mortgage or with upkeep…
Environmental Exposure Risks for Commercial Property Owners
Whether purchasing your first storefront or expanding to a new location, it’s important to think about disruptive factors that could potentially affect operations. Beyond sources of revenue, consider environment exposure risks facing your property. Environment exposure risks are often unseen but should be anticipated, from asbestos discovered during renovations to bacteria in the water supply….
