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93 Percent of Media Subscribers Are at Risk of Cancellation Every Month

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

The findings are based on a survey of over 27,000 Americans, providing insights into how 93 percent of current media subscribers are at risk of moving, swapping or canceling their platform subscriptions with every billing cycle.

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  • The findings are based on a survey of over 27,000 Americans, providing insights into how 93 percent of current media subscribers are at risk of moving, swapping or canceling their platform subscriptions with every billing cycle.
  • "Our research shows that subscription-based media platforms face a new era of uncertainty as consumers reassess their entertainment options each month,” said Smriti Sharma, Head of Consumer Insights at Publishers Clearing House.
  • This leaves just seven percent of media subscribers in the safe zone for platform consumption.
  • Regardless of which kind of content is streamed, which demographics services strive to serve, or which motivations move subscribers to sign-up, swap, or cancel, 93 percent of all media subscribers are now at risk with every billing cycle.

Vive Funds Announces Latest Multifamily Investment Opportunity in North Carolina

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vive Funds , the Dallas-based multifamily real estate investment firm, has expanded its operations into the growing Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area of North Carolina with its acquisition of the Stonebrook Mebane multifamily complex.

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  • PLANO, Texas, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vive Funds , the Dallas-based multifamily real estate investment firm, has expanded its operations into the growing Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area of North Carolina with its acquisition of the Stonebrook Mebane multifamily complex.
  • Stonebrook Mebane is a classic value-add opportunity within the Vive Funds portfolio.
  • We at Vive Funds are excited for this opportunity in one of the most dynamic areas in the country," said Veena Jetti, founder of Vive Funds.
  • For more information on Vive Funds and how to invest in these properties, please visit the following link: https://vivefunds.com/home-2/contact

60.7 million Americans Volunteered in 2021, AmeriCorps Reports

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

According to the research, Americans contributed countless hours to their communities through formal and informal volunteerism between September 2020 and 2021 during the global COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • According to the research, Americans contributed countless hours to their communities through formal and informal volunteerism between September 2020 and 2021 during the global COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Nearly 51 percent of Americans, or 124.7 million people, informally helped their neighbors at least once in the past year.
  • Additionally, more than 23 percent of Americans, or 60.7 million people, formally volunteered with an organization, giving more than 4.1 billion hours of service with an estimated economic value of $122.9 billion.
  • “AmeriCorps’ newly released Volunteering and Civic Life in America research underscores that we are in a defining moment of our time.

Thompson Thrift to Develop Luxury Multifamily Community Near Denver

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

GREELEY, Colo., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Thompson Thrift, a full-service nationally recognized real estate company and one of the nation's leading multifamily developers, announced today the development of Premier at West Park, a 336-unit Class A multifamily community 50 miles from Denver in Greeley. Thompson Thrift plans to begin construction this month and welcome resident in late 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Thompson Thrift plans to begin construction this month and welcome resident in late 2024.
  • "The multifamily market in Greeley has experienced strong demand and shown significant rent increases due largely to its population and job market growth," said Josh Purvis, managing partner for Thompson Thrift Residential.
  • Greeley's employment and economy are both expected to grow at rates above the national average., and there continues to be strong demand for luxury multifamily options.
  • Premier at West Park will be Thompson Thrift's first community in Greeley and its 15th community in Colorado overall.

Prairie Village, Kansas, was Zillow's most popular city in 2022

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022

SEATTLE, Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Prairie Village, Kansas, was Zillow®'s most popular market of 2022, showcasing rising interest in the Midwest and headlining a dramatic shift from 2021's predominantly West Coast leaders. 

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  • SEATTLE, Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Prairie Village, Kansas, was Zillow®'s most popular market of 2022 , showcasing rising interest in the Midwest and headlining a dramatic shift from 2021's predominantly West Coast leaders.
  • Grand Rapids, Michigan, won out for most popular large city, while top vacation, seaside and small towns were found in the Northeast.
  • Most popular on Zillow overall: Prairie Village, Kansas
    An upscale suburban community just minutes from downtown Kansas City, Prairie Village was pushed to the top of Zillow's popularity rankings with site-leading page views of for-sale listings per day.
  • This Boston suburb features miles of coastline and easily accessible public parks, helping to make it Zillow's most popular seaside town1 in 2022.

Unity Bank Opens Lakewood Branch, Plans New Fort Lee Branch

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

LAKEWOOD, N.J., Dec. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Unity Bank has opened a new full service branch in Lakewood at 1255 Route 70, expanding its branch network to Ocean County and the state’s fastest growing municipality.

Key Points: 
  • LAKEWOOD, N.J., Dec. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Unity Bank has opened a new full service branch in Lakewood at 1255 Route 70, expanding its branch network to Ocean County and the state’s fastest growing municipality.
  • Unity also plans to open a Fort Lee branch in January, expanding the bank’s footprint in Bergen County.
  • The approximate 1,800-square-foot space, previously operated as a bank branch by another financial institution, now provides the full scope of local banking services.
  • The Fort Lee branch will be located at 899 Palisades Avenue and is expected to be open by late January.

Americans Take a Break from Politics Over the Holidays, New Survey Shows

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As we head into the holiday season and turn the corner into 2023, Americans are feeling pessimistic about the political divide and social media's potential to threaten the nation's democracy. The majority also expect political discussions to be excused from the family dinner table. These findings and others are revealed in a new research report released today by Benenson Strategy Group (BSG).

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  • "No politics at the dinner table" is a common request when families gather around the holidays, and BSG found most are adhering to this guideline.
  • A 59% majority of Americans do not talk about politics at all with family over the holidays, and just 6% report arguing with family over politics.
  • Gen Z and Millennials are more likely to talk politics with family than their Gen X and Boomer parents and grandparents.
  • The survey also shows 70% believe the country is off on the wrong track and 30% say it's headed in the right direction.

NEW STUDY: Montana Drivers 5x More Likely to Be in a Fatal Crash on Christmas and New Year's Eve

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

The greatest incidence of Christmas and New Year's Eve fatalities controlled for population were in Alaska, Florida, North Dakota and Oregon.

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  • The greatest incidence of Christmas and New Year's Eve fatalities controlled for population were in Alaska, Florida, North Dakota and Oregon.
  • Drivers are five times as likely to be in a fatal car crash on Christmas and New Year's Eve in Montana than they are on any other average day of the year.
  • Drivers in Utah are only half as likely to be in a fatal car crash on Christmas and New Year's Eve as they are on any other average day of the year.
  • Compared to women, men are twice as likely to be the driver in a fatal crash.

New Survey Finds Americans Still Have The Giving Santa Spirit

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- When it comes to holiday cheer, almost six out of ten Americans (58 percent) identify with the giving spirit of Santa over the penny-pinching Scrooge (31 percent) or the grumpy Grinch (11 percent) this season according to a recent survey from Jackson Hewitt Tax Services®. While respondents have the gifting spirit, survey findings showed that the economy has impacted holiday wallets the most at the grocery store (46 percent) and the gas pump (21 percent) in 2022 leaving one-third of survey respondents anticipating spending less money (35 percent) on holiday gifts compared to last year.

Key Points: 
  • With an Early Refund Advance, Jackson Hewitt clients can receive up to $1,000 before the end of the year.
  • "This year has been hard on our wallets, and we recognize the pressure many hardworking Americans feel during this time of year.
  • 50 percent believe an advance on their tax refund would take the weight off their shoulders to help pay for their holiday shopping.
  • The opt-in survey was commissioned by Jackson Hewitt on December 2, among 1,000 American adults aged 18 and older, and conducted online by Dynata.

Meridian Supports Michigan Communities This Holiday Season

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

DETROIT, Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Meridian and its community partners have teamed up to help Michigan families enjoy a holiday meal together and provide gifts for children in need.

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  • This year, Meridian is partnering with the Salvation Army in Benton Harbor, Michigan to provide Christmas meals for up to 700 participating families.
  • "That's why Meridian wants to help ensure we're supporting the needs of our communities this holiday season."
  • To help address food insecurity in these counties this holiday season, Meridian donated to Gleaners Community Food Bank in Detroit and Holiday Hope in Flint, which held a holiday party in November for 100 youth.
  • Meridian of Michigan provides government-sponsored managed care services to families, children, seniors, and individuals with complex medical needs primarily through Medicaid (Meridian), Medicare Advantage (Wellcare), Medicare-Medicaid Plans (MeridianComplete), and the Health Insurance Marketplace (Ambetter from Meridian).