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Foreign LNG demand sends buyers flocking to Gulf Coast  

Outside interest in American natural gas is surging, with LNG developers along the Gulf Coast landing a record number of contracts this year, boosting the profile of Louisiana’s export terminals. 

Louisiana Municipal Association moving into Perkins Road office building

Louisiana Municipal Association moving into Perkins Road office building

Year-end tax tips for businesses, high earners

Year-end tax planning often is a matter of minimizing how much you’ll have to pay this year by reducing the amount of income received or increasing deductions. But for wealthy taxpayers, that might not be the case this year. 

Surging demand knocking some $100k earners out of home market

A six-figure salary may not be enough for buyers to purchase a home in some markets, as availability and affordability for buyers who earn $100,000 a year has dropped since 2019.

Spiking lumber prices drive up home construction costs

After spiking earlier in the year and then stabilizing for a few months, lumber prices are going up again.

Surging inflation leading to more cost-of-living raises

Higher prices, a worker shortage and a revitalized labor movement are bringing about the return of pay increases tied to inflation, known as cost-of-living adjustments, or COLAs.
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Business lunch: Zeeland Street Market offers taste of home

Open for 32 years, Zeeland Street Market is a longtime Garden District institution with a local following and steady breakfast and lunch business.

Where to get Christmas cookies in Baton Rouge

Christmas cookies are an essential part of any holiday dessert spread. Whether you’re buying...

Louisiana’s construction climate ranks 19th best in US

Louisiana ranks 19th overall on Building America’s annual Merit Shop Scorecard for the construction industry, the organization announced Tuesday.

Trouble finding workers? Give applicants with criminal records a chance

Business owners and managers who are having trouble finding workers to fill their jobs may want to consider expanding their recruiting to include people who have been incarcerated, advocates say.