Downsizing, Silver Startups, and Ohio Energy

To Downsize or Not to Downsize? That is the Retirement Question

As you approach retirement, you may think that downsizing to a smaller home makes a lot of sense. After all, downsizing can lower your living costs and reduce the hassle that comes with taking care of a large house. And if your kids have flown the nest, some of your bedrooms are probably gathering dust anyway.

The right choice for you depends on your budget and your vision for retirement. As you weigh your options, follow these steps.

Navigating Ohio’s Property Tax Landscape

In recent years, Buckeyes have faced perplexing Ohio’s property tax dilemmas: skyrocketing property taxes amidst a pressing housing crisis. With a 35% increase in tax bills, as highlighted in our latest episode of “Looking Forward Our Way,” property owners are grappling with how to manage these unanticipated costs. Ohio State Senator Bill DeMora joins us to shed light on this issue and discuss potential solutions that could alleviate the financial strain on property owners.

Seniors Are Turning to ‘Silver Startups’ to Make Extra Cash

While some of these older workers turned to entrepreneurship by choice, with 65% of Americans polled in the 2019 UPS Inside Small Business survey showing interest in starting a business in retirement, many of these “silver startups” were founded out of necessity.

Harnessing Local Resources, Building Networks, and Strategic Planning for Business Success

In this episode of “Looking Forward Our Way,” Kelly Fuller, Senior Vice President at the Columbus Chamber Foundation, joins hosts Brett Johnson and Carol Ventresca to discuss invaluable tips and resources for aspiring entrepreneurs. With an ever-growing small business community, Kelly shares insights on navigating the entrepreneurial landscape, leveraging local resources, and building robust business networks. Read on to discover how you can set your business up for success.

Ohio Can Solve The Electric Grid’s Biggest Problem

Ohio is uniquely positioned to scale up microgrid technology. Our state sits atop abundant natural gas reserves, including the Utica and Marcellus shale formations, providing a stable, low-cost fuel source. Ohio’s growing renewable energy sector offers further flexibility for powering microgrids in a sustainable way. Combining these resources can create a reliable energy supply tailored to the unique demands of data centers. Developing these microgrids also offers an economic opportunity, including good-paying jobs in construction, engineering, energy management, and data infrastructure.

Understanding Your Ohio Utility Bills and Rights With the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel

When it comes to paying utility bills, confusion and frustration are common emotions for Ohioans. Rising rates, complex billing breakdowns, and attempts at deregulation have left many consumers wondering how to protect themselves and their wallets. Unfortunately, with mounting rates come increasing scams. Consumers can be locked into predatory contracts by aggressive marketers or “slammed” (switched suppliers without their consent) after handing out personal information. Never share your account information casually, treat utility account numbers as you would a Social Security number, and beware of marketers who promise deals at your door or in the grocery store.

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