They look like they have been out in the forest for decades, but “new” rustic wooden signs are in big demand designed for places like Arizona Nordic Village, vacation rentals, visitor centers and individuals who want a reminder of some place important to them, like Imogene. Popular as they are, these are much more than place locators or souvenirs. These are tangible signs of business and woodworking skills. The Center for Native Business Development on Cedar Avenue in the Sunnyside … [Read more...] about Signs of Entrepreneurial Skills
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Economy Showing Signs of Improvement
The trucking industry is just one measure of the economy, and local changes in that industry show things are improving in Northern Arizona. North Carolina based Old Dominion Freight Line recently opened a site near the Flagstaff auto park to serve customers in Northern Arizona. Gerry Mendoza, Old Dominion’s service center manager at the new Flagstaff facility, says the economic indicators are positive. “Most of the customers in our business are manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers, and … [Read more...] about Economy Showing Signs of Improvement
Economy Showing Signs of Recovery
Government officials say the unemployment rate is evidence of a stronger economic recovery. The jobless rate dropped to 7.7 percent last month, the lowest level since President Barack Obama was elected. The jobless rate improvement and an increase in hiring of 236,000 jobs in the United States has many thinking the economy is moving forward. Still, White House economist Alan Krueger noted in a statement that the new unemployment rate was measured before $85 billion in automatic budget … [Read more...] about Economy Showing Signs of Recovery
Signs of a Flagstaff Real Estate Turnaround
Everyone seems to be saying the housing market is improving, but what does that really mean for Flagstaff home sales in 2013? I still think I’m going out on a limb to say we’ll see price increases, but it’s a strong limb that I’m willing to climb onto. But I say that with a firm note of caution: 1% or less is also in increase. What I really expect to see is a firming up and leveling out of the overall Flagstaff real estate market in 2013 along with a return to housing scarcity and higher … [Read more...] about Signs of a Flagstaff Real Estate Turnaround