Articles by Dan Shepard
Smart Home Features Appeal Most to Older Consumers
AUGUST 31, 2021
In an age where home technology and devices resemble futuristic TV shows such as “The Jetsons,” it might surprise that younger generations don't fully embrace... read more
48% of Renters Worry They’ll Never Be Able to Buy; Down Payments Biggest Barrier
AUGUST 31, 2021
While owning a home has always been a major dream of American consumers, rising home prices have made homeownership even harder to attain — but... read more
COVID-19 Devastated the Restaurant Industry, but Here’s Where It’s Most Likely to Recover
AUGUST 30, 2021
The restaurant industry was one of the hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data shows that the number of... read more
The Average Kitchen Remodel Cost Is $14,864
AUGUST 24, 2021
Kitchen remodel costs average $14,864 in the U.S. in 2021. While nutritionists and dietitians differ on whether people should eat three meals a day, kitchens... read more
How Consumers Spend on Food Is Similar Across State Lines, but Some Can More Easily Afford It
AUGUST 24, 2021
Everybody needs to eat, which means virtually everybody needs to buy food — one way or another. Across the U.S., food spending looks different in... read more