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MinnEcon Blog

Twin Cities housing values: a long way back

Minneapolis Realtors' data show a few reasons for hope in the Twin Cities housing market in 2011. But it's a long way back.
by Paul Tosto

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Twin Cities jobs market looking better than we think?

Forbes puts Twin Cities jobs market among the ten best in the country currently. Do you see it?
by Paul Tosto

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When your health plan goes away

For most of us, it's simply a hassle to change plans or providers. For people with disabilities and limited incomes, it can be a nightmare.
by Paul Tosto

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In housing, an elusive ‘Recovery Road’

A year ago, Minneapolis Realtors said the Twin Cities market was on "Recovery Road." The declaration was, er, premature.
by Paul Tosto

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Farming: The Next Generation

Farming: The Next Generation

In farm communities around Minnesota, farmers are wondering who will carry on their work after they are gone.
by Molly Bloom

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Haves, have-nots and the housing market

Region's sputtering job creation continues to cause problems in housing.
by Paul Tosto

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No good news on labor force decline

November data show Minnesota's labor force continuing to shrink even as unemployment holds steady.
by Paul Tosto

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In tough job market, consulting finds a niche

We've heard a lot about professions hurting due to the recession, but is it possible that consulting is one of those rare recession-proof fields? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the consulting industry is expected to be one of the fastest-growing this decade.
by Molly Bloom

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As housing values drop, some eye the “swap”

As housing values drop, some eye the “swap”

Peggy and John Palumbo once hoped their home equity would finance their dream to open a restaurant. But when home values unraveled in the recession and they couldn't find a seller at the right price, they needed a new plan.
by Molly Bloom

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