Anyone who’s followed the housing market in the last year knows that it’s been a particularly nasty environment for home sales. Last year’s rate hikes resulted in fewer mortgage applications and home purchases. Mortgage applications at the end of 2022 were at their lowest level in almost 25 years. Finally, there are new numbers that show that the story is starting to change. Mortgage rates have fallen by 0.93% from their Nov. high. The average […]
JLG has released a whitepaper that describes the five most significant trends that will impact the construction industry over the next five years. This article will summarize the highlights of that whitepaper, but it’s well worth reading, so we encourage you to get a copy here. In the post-pandemic world of the construction industry, the five biggest influences will be: #1 Shifts in Growth and Trade The supply chain has shifted and will continue to […]
This month you can buy a used 1230es from Elite for $4500 ONLY $3500! Today through Dec. 31st, you can purchase 2007 & 2008 models for $1000 less than our already great price. Purchase now to take advantage of the last days of the Trump-era tax break. See our article. The 1230es is a very small and versatile machine designed to get a single person up to a 12’ platform height. Limited quantities, Financing available! Key Specs SEE ALL […]
The “Bonus Depreciation” allowance instituted under the Trump administration has saved 23 big corporations about $50 Billion – so far. The “Bonus Depreciation” took their taxable revenue down into single digits. That tax break comes to an end on Dec 31st. Federal tax rules have long permitted accelerated depreciation, which allows businesses to deduct the costs of equipment more quickly than it wears out. But the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act enacted under former President […]