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Halloween Brings Treats, Not Tricks, For The Self Storage Industry: Post-Holiday Demand On The Rise
Halloween is spreading more than just spooky cheer each year, with cash registers ringing across both retail and hospitality. While the pandemic may have paused the frenzy, the past two years have seen consumer engagement spike, with retailers jumping on the trend head-on. Home Depot, for instance, began promoting spooky items as early as April this year. Halloween spending in 2024 is expected to reach $11.6 billion—a slight dip from last year’s record $12.2 billion but still one of the highest totals in nearly 20 years.
Half A Century Of Multifamily Housing Development: Texas Powerhouses Take On NYC And L.A. In New Apartment Construction
Over the last five decades, the real estate market has continuously evolved, reshaping the way we live, work and play. Nowhere has this transformation been more striking than in the multifamily housing sector, where the constant sound of construction hammers reflects its key role in shaping urbanization trends across the U.S.
Houston Tops The Nation In Self Storage Sales Activity
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A Spooktacular Roundup: The Top 10 U.S. Metros For Halloween Fun And Thrills
When it comes to celebrating Halloween, Americans go all in. This year alone, Halloween spending is projected to reach a staggering $11.6 billion on candy, costumes, and decorations, as reported by the National Retail Federation. But Halloween isn’t just about dollars and cents—it’s about creating the right atmosphere. From extravagant haunted houses and festive parades to an abundance of candy and eerie decorations, certain U.S. cities truly embody the Halloween spirit.
Top Cities For Real Estate Development: Sunbelt Cities Dominate Growth Olympics For Nearly Half A Century
If there’s one constant across the U.S. over the past 50 years, it’s the cranes dominating our cities’ skylines. The real estate construction engine has been running at full speed, transforming our urban landscapes to meet modern lifestyle and economic needs.
Amid Rising Demand, Philadelphia’s Self Storage Market Sees Record Growth Over The Past Decade
Philadelphia’s self storage market is primed for expansion. The city is currently underserved, offering roughly 6.64 million square feet of rentable storage space. This translates to about three square feet per person — less than half the national average — indicating a significant supply gap.
US Discretionary Spending Up: Colorado And Utah Top All Other States In Financial Well-Being
Contrary to cautionary tales involving high inflation and economic headwinds, spending is picking up steam across the U.S. Beyond our traditional love of retail therapy, the pandemic and subsequent prioritization of present satisfaction have strongly influenced people’s attitudes toward buying. The so-called YOLO spending behavior — which stands for “You Only Live Once” — is increasingly popular among consumers, particularly well-off, younger crowds.
Self Storage Supply Growth Lowers Rents In Charlotte, NC, Keeping The Market Renter-Friendly
Charlotte’s self-storage market is expanding rapidly in 2024, surpassing the growth seen in the previous two years. Although demand is returning to pre-pandemic levels, new development will add more than 310,000 square feet of storage space to the market by the end of the year, which is roughly 3.5% of Charlotte’s total stock.
With California Home Prices Soaring, Fixer-Uppers Could Be A Viable Solution for Aspiring Buyers
California’s housing market continues to reach new — mostly unwanted — heights. The median selling price of single family homes across the state has now surpassed $900K, according to the latest report from the California Association of Realtors.
Best US Shopping Hot Spots: Miami, Atlanta And St. Louis Top The List For Retail Therapy Destinations
Ever experienced that exhilarating surge of endorphins after purchasing something you truly love? You’re not alone. Often at the crossroads between being considered therapy or necessity, shopping remains a favorite pastime for millions of Americans who turn to shopping to relieve stress and uplift their spirits.