Josh Hastings

On March 13th, 2020, and the ensuing days that followed – the world and the way in which we lived our daily lives came to a screeching halt because of the COVID-19 Pandemic.  Over a period of just a few days, things we often took for granted like strolling down the grocery store aisle, walking in a park, going to work, or simply having a nice meal at a restaurant were suddenly interrupted.  All this to say that while life changed in a hurry and impacted millions of Americans … Read more

With the surge in home prices and the low supply of homes across the country, it is safe to say that you can ask top dollar for your home if you’re considering a sale. However, just because the demand is high, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to increase the value of your home by adding curb appeal for cheap. While some projects are more affordable than others, adding curb appeal to your home can be beneficial in many ways. Today, we will share with you the best … Read more

Ever heard the story about peas? Legend has it that Italian engineer Vilfredo Pareto noticed something peculiar about the peas growing in his garden. Vilfredo recognized that approximately 20% of his pea plants were yielding 80% of the pea crop.  The engineer inside got the best of him, and he expanded this concept to macroeconomics, where he observed 80% of Italian wealth was and still is controlled by 20% of the population. In case you are wondering, Pareto did not create your favorite pasta sauce; instead, he is … Read more