Author: Ben Geier
Where Small Business Sentiment Is More Positive for 2021
Ben Geier on February 12, 2021
In these metro areas, small companies are more likely to be back to business as usual or expect to be by midyear.
11 Cities With the Worst Commutes in 2021
Ben Geier on February 10, 2021
Residents in these cities spend a lot of time traveling to and from work.
The 10 Most Affordable Cities for an Early Retirement
Ben Geier on February 9, 2021
Based on everything from health insurance costs to tax rates, these are the top cities for those planning to retire early.
Where Retirees Rely Most on Social Security in 2021
Ben Geier on February 3, 2021
In some of these cities, Social Security makes up half of seniors’ income, on average.
10 Cities Expected to Attract Millennial Homebuyers in 2021
Ben Geier on January 29, 2021
The under-35 set is heading to the suburbs and smaller towns.
10 Cities With the Best Work-Life Balance for 2021
Ben Geier on January 28, 2021
These cities combine low unemployment with affordable housing, walkable neighborhoods and plenty of entertainment.
The 10 Most Affordable Beach Towns for 2021
Ben Geier on January 26, 2021
Beach life doesn’t have to be expensive. These cities offer good home values and great views.
The 10 Most Livable Cities in America
Ben Geier on January 25, 2021
These cities offer walkable streets, low crime and affordable housing.
10 Cities Where Residents Are Investing More
Ben Geier on January 12, 2021
According to tax data, these metros have seen big growth in investing among residents in recent years.
The 10 Most Fitness-Friendly Cities for 2021
Ben Geier on January 5, 2021
Residents of these metro areas are serious about their exercise.
10 Top Cities for Women Entrepreneurs
Ben Geier on December 28, 2020
Women entrepreneurs are closing the gender gap in these metro areas.
America’s 10 Best Hockey Towns
Ben Geier on December 24, 2020
Nowhere in the country are hockey fans more diehard than in these 10 towns.
The 10 Most Livable Small Cities in America
Ben Geier on December 17, 2020
These cities combine convenient amenities with the hometown feel of a smaller community.
The 10 Best Places to Live on a $60,000 Salary
Ben Geier on December 3, 2020
Living in a place with robust employment opportunities and a lower cost of living can help Americans stretch their dollars further.
The 10 Most Livable Mid-Sized Cities in America
Ben Geier on November 27, 2020
Not interested in the bustle of a big city or life in a small town? A mid-sized city might be the place to put down roots.
10 Places Where Americans Give the Most to Charity
Ben Geier on November 26, 2020
Nearly three-quarters of American adults give to charity. These places have the most generous inhabitants.
The 10 Best States for Veterans in 2020
Ben Geier on November 20, 2020
With high populations of veterans, low veteran unemployment and good access to VA benefits, these states shine for those who served our country.
10 States Where the Upper-Middle Class Is Moving
Ben Geier on November 10, 2020
Low taxes and other advantages make these states attractive to the fairly well-heeled.
The 10 Best Cities to Celebrate Halloween 2020
Ben Geier on October 28, 2020
These places got high marks for safety, a low chance of rain and, perhaps most importantly, abundant access to costumes and candy.
10 Fastest-Growing Jobs for Young Professionals in 2020
Ben Geier on October 20, 2020
In many of these professions, young people are being hired in surprising numbers.
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