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Institutional Investors Gaining a Larger Footprint in the Housing Market, Report Says

The locations with the fastest growing populations are seeing the most dramatic increase in investor-owned single-family housing rentals.

11 Bills Aimed at Modernizing the Small Business Administration Mark Major Milestone in Congress

Of the bills focused on entrepreneurs, one is drawing the ire of some lenders. A look at the proposal and how small businesses stand to gain.

Housing market recession? Not likely. Prepare for hot post-pandemic prices

Despite rising costs, 33% of homes on the market had multiple offers.

Lessons From This Year’s Strongest Town: Brattleboro, Vermont

In many ways, Brattleboro is the archetypal North American city. So, what does this town do differently compared to others like it?

A Vast Untapped Green Energy Source Is Hiding Beneath Your Feet

New experiments in the deserts of Utah and Nevada show how advances in fracking—technology developed by the oil industry—can be repurposed to tap clean geothermal energy anywhere on Earth.

Federal Reserve Business Survey – How is the economy affecting your business?

Please take this 7-minute survey to help the Minneapolis Fed and our local partners understand the impact that the economy is having on your business. Results are shared with our partners (who sent you this survey) and they can share results with you once the survey is closed. Results are also shared with the general public.

Making Hiking Accessible Without Cars

Experiencing the majesty of nature shouldn’t require a set of keys. Here’s how parks around the world are making driving optional.

Shopify’s Latest Weapon in Its War on Meetings: Putting a Price on People’s Time

Shopify’s new tool puts an exact price tag on every minute of someone else’s time you take up in meetings.

Montana not immune to nationwide veterinarian shortage

It’s hitting rural communities the hardest.

As Downtowns Struggle, Businesses Learn to Love Bike Lanes

From Manhattan to San Francisco, the need to rethink the urban core is encouraging business improvement districts to change their tune on prioritizing cars. 

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Montana Technology Innovation Partnership (MTIP)- Promoting Technology Commercialization in the State of Montana.

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Big Sky EDA- Building Businesses and Creating Jobs in the Greater Billings, Montana area