REIT funds poised for a comeback

Office space stands out as the drag on REIT performance, while cell towers and data centers ride the technology wave. Financial advisors looking for a steady and stable income allocation inside client portfolios often turn to real estate investment trusts. But, like any investment category, real estate is not one-size-fits-all, and the distinctions can be…

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State extends unemployment benefits to 30 weeks as Springfield jobless rate hits trigger

Massachusetts is boosting the maximum period for collecting jobless benefits to 30 weeks, a move required by law that will put added strain on the shrinking unemployment trust fund. Advertisement“This change is required by state law that was passed in 2003,” said Matthew Kitsos, a spokesperson for the state labor department.Get Starting PointA guide through…

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