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Economy
Report: 2023 was 'record breaking' for new residential development in Knox Co.
Markets
Rising TN population could affect housing prices, experts say
Population numbers are expected to reach almost 8 million by 2040, a new study said.
Local News
Leaders warn that East Tennessee could see 10% shortfall in number of needed nurses by 2035
According to the Knoxville Chamber of Commerce, East Tennessee has a desperate need for nurses — beating out other professions.
Economy
$1 billion spent on residential building in Knox County last year
The county is seeing a population increase as more people move to Tennessee. But housing prices are rising, too.
Economy
Few median-income earners can find affordable homes in Knox County
The East Tennessee Realtors group said homes that used to sell for around $200,000 are now on the market for around $400,000.
Economy
Report finds more than half of all homes sold in East Tennessee went for asking price or above in May
The East Tennessee REALTORS group released its monthly report on the region's housing market, finding that prices continued climbing.
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'True,' says Elon Musk | xAI supercomputer coming to Memphis
Though the Greater Memphis Chamber did not confirm the location, there is speculation it would be built at the former Electrolux site in southwest Memphis.
Local News
Report finds average rent in Knoxville is $1,448 per month
The Market Pulse report also said that around 46% of homes sold for the asking price or above.
Local News
Study shows whiskey brings billions of dollars to Tennessee's economy
The Southern Skies Festival has added the Tennessee Whiskey Experience for the first time this year.
Local News
Eco-friendly packaging company expanding, investing over $300 million in Monroe Co.
Genera is the only company that makes compostable packaging, such as food containers, in the U.S. The company is headquartered in Vonore.
Nation World
US employers added a surprisingly robust 303,000 jobs in March in a sign of economic strength
The report reflected the economy’s ability to withstand the pressure of high borrowing costs resulting from the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hikes.
Economy
Report: Home affordability may improve due to a lack of rising mortgage rates in 2024
The Federal Reserve appears to be ready and willing to place a hold on interest rates until the middle of the year.
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