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Port of Alaska construction costs soar to nearly $2B

Construction Dive

The cost is nearly twice earlier estimates, which the port's home city, Anchorage, cannot afford — but one official says the necessary funds could be raised by increasing tariffs on incoming cargo.

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Oh No! I’ve Graduated With a Construction Management Degree.

Constructonomics

Now they are boggled in debt and left with no income on which to live. But be careful of the pigeon hole, and being shipped to Alaska to build the first paved dogsled track. I’m sure there are many youngsters that just received a diploma this month with a concentration in construction management. Do It Your Damn Self.

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10 States Where Upper Middle Class Americans Move to Most

Pro Builder

Upper-middle class Americans tend to move less frequently than tax filers with less income, but some areas are seeing an influx of this demographic. Texas, with no state income tax, has consistently been a popular state for higher earners to move to. 10 States Where Upper Middle Class Americans Move to Most. cbroderick. Key Findings.

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Hispanic Homeownership Posts Biggest Gain Since 2012, But Pandemic Poses New Challenges

Pro Builder

Of all the demographics, the Hispanic homeownership rate posted its biggest gain since 2012 due to an increase in the average household income and drop in unemployment. A big factor that explains the gain in the Hispanic homeownership rate is income gain. Read More. . Demographics. CORONAVIRUS: RESOURCES AND INFORMATION.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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Income Tax Capital Credit: The Income Tax Capital Credit has been available since 1995. The enterprise zone credit is equal to $2500 per permanent new employee and can be applied against the income tax and/or business privilege tax liability. The tax for existing entities accrues as of Jan. The rates range from $.25

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Not All Buyers Want More Space—Tiny Homes are Steadily Rising

Pro Builder

Tiny dwellings are popping up for sale or rent in rural parts of Maine, Vermont, Wyoming, and even Alaska, reports Fox Business. Purchasing a tiny home could be both a cheaper way to buy, but also a way to generate more income since they can be rented out. a year on average over the past 10 years. The pandemic is creating more uses.

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Unique Tips To Avoid Bookkeepers Who Will Destroy Your Construction Company

Contractor Bookkeeping

This article was written in late September 2016 in response to a trend we see all across the USA including Alaska and Hawaii. As the economy continues to improve a lot of them are finding jobs with contractors like you because of the security that comes with having a stable income. It is likely happening everywhere in the world.

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