On September 28, 2024 Governor Newsom signed SB 988, the Freelance Worker Protection Act, and its key provisions became law on January 1, 2025. The FWPA creates baseline contract and payment protections for many freelancers and small one-person contracting entities, and it gives freelancers tools to enforce those rights. Who’s covered The law defines a … Read more
International tourism to the United States experienced a significant contraction in July 2025, with total losses of 624,404 visitors representing an 8.9% year-over-year decline. The downturn generated an estimated $2.62 billion in lost spending. A new report by The Kaplan Group analyzed how tourism-dependent cities are facing elevated foreclosure risk due to a decline in … Read more
The B2B payment landscape in 2025 reveals a crisis of unprecedented proportions. More than half of all business-to-business invoiced sales in America are overdue, creating a ripple effect that touches every aspect of commercial operations—from cash flow and growth plans to supplier relationships and operational efficiency. The Payment Delay Crisis Current data reveals that late … Read more
The 2025 commercial real estate landscape is at a turning point, with surging loan maturities, rising delinquency rates, and record office vacancies putting pressure on lenders and property owners alike. A new report by The Kaplan Group offers a clear, data-driven snapshot of the market’s health and its biggest challenges. Key Takeaways CRE Delinquency Rates … Read more
Entrepreneurship is having a moment in 2025. More people are filing, more regions are heating up, and founders look more diverse than ever. But the story isn’t all hype. Cash flow is still the make-or-break, hiring is tough, and debt is a real weight for many small firms. This statistics roundup pulls together the numbers … Read more
Small businesses remain the heart of the U.S. economy in 2025. This statistics roundup compiles the latest government and industry data to provide a clear snapshot of how America’s 36 million small firms are performing. A small business is an independently owned and operated company that employs fewer than 500 people or generates annual revenue … Read more
The commercial real estate market in 2025 presents a complex landscape of recovery, distress, and transformation. While certain sectors like multifamily, retail, and industrial properties show resilience, the office market continues to grapple with unprecedented challenges from hybrid work adoption and elevated vacancy rates. This comprehensive statistical overview examines key trends across commercial and office … Read more
A new study by The Kaplan Group presents its 2025 analysis of office building data in major US financial districts, building on findings from its 2024 edition to reveal how market risks have evolved over the past year. By comparing changes in liquidity, vacancy, and growth across cities, this updated report identifies districts most at … Read more
America’s real viral trend is entrepreneurship. New business formations are reaching an all-time high across the country. A new study by The Kaplan Group breaks down where this surge is happening and highlights which states have low rates of business bankruptcy. It’s not just about where businesses are starting up, but also where they’re proving … Read more
By expanding tax breaks, streamlining regulations, and boosting incentives for investment, the Big Beautiful Bill is expected to drive a surge in demand for business loans. A new report by The Kaplan Group highlights which states offer the best opportunities for lenders. Opportunity scoring uses official government data to rank each state by its potential … Read more
