Home Flipping Profits Finally on the Rise

For the first time in almost two years, home flipping profit margins are on the rise, according to ATTOM.  In Q1 2026, the typical profit margin for a flipped home hit 25.4%, up from 24.7% in Q4 2025 – the lowest since 2008.   “The first increase in flipping returns in nearly two years is a welcome

Succession and Preservation: Farmland’s Future in Pennsylvania

Nearly half of all U.S. farmland is expected to change hands in the next 20 years, according to AgAmerica. Still, only 1 in 4 farmers has a formal succession plan in place. As a result, much of the nation’s farmland is at risk of being absorbed by outside investors rather than passed down to the nex

How Much Are Americans Spending on Vacation This Summer?

This summer, 45% of Americans plan to take a vacation that requires a flight and/or paid lodging, according to NerdWallet. On average, they expect to pay $3,940.  That comes out to more than 120 million travelers spending over $475 billion on flights and lodging alone.  But how will they pay for the

50% of Homeowners Advise First-Time Buyers to Budget for Maintenance, Repairs, Emergencies

In 2025, 92% of homeowners paid out of pocket for unexpected repairs, according to a survey by Hippo Home Insurance. The most common unexpected repairs were:  Plumbing issues (34%)  Appliance breakdown (32%)  Critical system issue (23%0  Window or door issues (20%)  Overall, 36% of homeowners report