Columbus, Ohio is a convenient microcosm of the United States as a whole. Demographically, Columbus closely resembles America. Thus, the city has a lot to teach us about where the average American city is headed. Urban affairs researcher Arthur C. Nelson recently took a look at Columbus as part of a report for the National […]
Archives for February 2014
Tips for Preventing Burst Pipes
Denver’s recent cold spell has caused firefighters to struggle with frozen hoses, frozen boilers, and bust pipes across the metro area. When the temperatures dip to dangerous sub-zero levels, it’s possible that pipes an freeze in your home, so here are some prevention tips. 1. Open the cupboard doors. Pipes under sinks in some homes […]
2014: Recovering from the Recovery
Here are 5 Projected Real Estate Trends for 2014: 1. Real estate recovery still hinges on job growth. Colorado has been ranked one of the best states for business, and economists list more jobs as a primary avenue for housing recovery. 2. Population will continue to play a role in how the recovery plays out […]
Seeing the Extraordinary in the Ordinary
As fans of travel, we feel we can learn a great deal by studying other cultures. Here is a case in point. Denmark endures dreary winters with the help of a cheery cultural concept known as “hygge.” It’s not an easy word for outsiders to pronounce – it sounds sort of like HYU-gah – and […]
