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Local governments account for about 10% of total spending on lobbying California lawmakers and agencies. Often, they’re seeking state money. Sometimes, they’re trying to influence specific bills.

The biggest stories on readers’ minds this year: housing, homelessness and cost of living.

Read President Biden's 2024 State of the Union speech as prepared for delivery — and watch him give his speech on March 7.

Consumers kept spending and businesses investing in the first half of the year, leading to healthy growth in the U.S. GDP. But there's still some apprehension about a possible recession. Here's why.

The S&P 500 has surged this year, but most of those gains are thanks to a handful companies nicknamed "the Magnificent Seven." And that's worrying Wall Street.

If you are considering buying a home or a condo this year, then this webinar is for you! During this 60-minute free webinar the award-winning Kappel Realty Group will discuss what you need to know when buying a home. Register at kappelrealtygroup.com/webinars Topics will include: 1. How to prepare to buy a home 2. An explanation of various home loans, and the pros and cons of each loan type 3. Free money available to you for your down payment 4. An explanation of the homebuying process 5. Details about the California escrow process 6. A discussion on home inspections 7. How to find the "right" home for you 8. Q&A for all unanswered questions you might have If you are considering buying a home within the next year then you will not want to miss this webinar. Real estate is always changing, and we will let you know what you need to know to buy a home in 2023! The Kappel Realty Group is a Platinum Real Estate Team in San Diego County, placing it in the top 1% percent of all real estate groups in the County and top 1% in the country. The team is the #1 Large Team within Compass San Diego and the #2 Large Team in all of San Diego County amongst all brokerages. This webinar is taught by Patrick Kappel, named by the San Diego Business Journal as one of the 50 most influential residential real estate leaders of 2021. Patrick is a top 1% Realtor in San Diego County and 2020 San Diego Team REALTOR Leader of the Year by the San Diego Association of Realtors. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy with a Bachelor's degree and continued his education at UCLA, where he received his MBA with a focus in finance and entrepreneurship. He then earned a Masters Degree in Real Estate from the University of San Diego. His combined years of academic and practical knowledge have given him the necessary skills to become a trusted teacher and advisor to his clients. Find all our latest webinars at www.kappelrealtygroup.com/webinars Patrick Kappel ⁠Kappel Realty Group, Compass "We use data and education to move you" patrick.kappel@compass.com ⁠www.kappelrealtygroup.com DRE#: 02017034 ⁠Equal Housing Opportunity

When student loan bills begin coming due in October, new borrowers will take their first steps on the long road to paying off their debt. These tools and tips can help ease the journey.

Buyers will be able to take advantage of the tax credit at the dealership when purchasing an electric vehicle. And they'll be available even for those who pay little or no taxes.

As the debt ceiling debate comes down to the wire, here is a look at some of the potential consequences if the U.S. defaults on its debt for the first time in history.

The study focuses on a universal basic income and spans 12 years and thousands of people in Kenya. How did the money change lives? What's better: monthly payouts or a lump sum.