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19 April 2010 0 Comments

U of A Economist says recession ended a few months ago

U of A Economist says recession ended a few months ago

by Betty Beard The Arizona Republic recession University of Arizona economist Marshall Vest says the recession officially ended in Arizona several months ago, although it will be months before a recovery is evident and years to repair all the damage that’s been done. Vest contends the national recession ended in May or June and the [...]

14 June 2009 0 Comments

Tucson 3rd best place to retire in Nation!

According to Forbes Magazine Tucson, more specifically Pima County is rated #3 of the top 5 in places to retire and grow old. Total Population: 1,012,018* Percent of Population 65 and Over: 15.2%* Median Income of Those 65 and Over: $36,635* Median Housing Costs Per Month: $972* Average 2008 Unemployment Rate: 5.1%** Number of Hospitals, [...]