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U.S. CRE Turning Around In 2014, According To New PwC/ULI Report

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Seattle, which ranked sixth in this year’s survey, is another example of a top city with its global connections, high rate of educational attainment, and growth in the technology industry, making it a hub for international investment. Markets to Watch.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Maryland — SSA’s New Data Hub Moves Forward In Urbana

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The property is part of the Urbana Corporate Center, a large campus that also is home to a 60,000-square-foot data center servicing Fannie Mae, a provider of housing loans to low-income Americans. Education & Research, Energy & Sustainability, Aerospace & Defense. Population (2011 Est.): 5,828,289.

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State Focus: Arkansas – Easy To Reach, Easy To Grow

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Major market centers in the region include: Memphis, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Kansas City, Oklahoma City, New Orleans and St. The median per capita income for the MSA is $41,662 as compared to $45,875 for Pulaski County, $43,735 for the U.S. Department of Education. population.

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Location Focus: Illinois – Trying to Make Headway in Every Way

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Arlington Heights is a growing, thriving community just northwest of Chicago, home to 76,000 residents with an average household income of $95,000. Star Cinema Grill, a Houston-based movie theater chain, opened its first location outside the State of Texas in Downtown Arlington Heights in July 2013. Quinn said.

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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk

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An airport of entry (AOE), usually designated with the word “international”, provides customs and immigration services for incoming flights. Dyersburg/Dyer County is a regional hub for employment, education, medical services and agribusiness. Both the city and the county school systems are among the best public schools in the state.

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STATE FOCUS: Lassoing Jobs In Texas

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Texas’ commitment to growth through innovation is manifested in the Texas Emerging Technology Fund (TETF), a grant program designed to expedite the development and commercialization of new technologies through partnerships between the state, higher education institutions, and private industry.

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Industry Focus: Aerospace Sector Is Flying High Again

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billion in corporate federal income taxes and $4.1 billion in state and local income taxes in 2014, a $1.5 Additionally, individual income taxes paid totaled $23.9 Pulling from this highly educated and skilled workforce, Piper attracts and retains the best talent. Aerospace and defense sector companies paid $7.7