Mike Walden

Feb 20, 2020

You Decide: Why Do We Have Property Taxes?

NC State economist Mike Walden breaks down the intricacies of how property tax is calculated, and all the factors at play with it. 

Feb 20, 2020

Economic Perspective: Are We Driving Less?

The automobile has always been a staple of every day life in our country, but does recent data show we're driving less? If so, how could this impact the future? 

Feb 11, 2020

Economic Perspective: How to Think About Starting a Business?

What should people be looking for when thinking of starting a new business? 

Feb 6, 2020

You Decide: Will the Trade Deals Benefit North Carolina?

How could the new trade deals impact the North Carolina economy? NC State economist Mike Walden looks at some of the potential ways. 

Feb 4, 2020

You Decide: Will the Trade Deals Benefit North Carolina?

How could the new trade deals impact the North Carolina economy? NC State economist Mike Walden looks at some of the potential ways. 

Feb 4, 2020

Economic Perspective: States People Liked to Move to in 2019

With some of the data from 2019 coming in, how popular were certain states in regards to how many people moved into and out of them. 

Jan 28, 2020

Economic Perspective: The Latest Reading on North Carolina’s Economy

The federal government released the latest measures for economic growth in the states. How did North Carolina stack up? 

Jan 21, 2020

You Decide: What are the Best Economic Lessons for 2020?

NC State University economist Mike Walden lends his tips for the new year. 

Jan 21, 2020

Economic Perspective: Have Recession Worries Eased?

Talks of a recession in 2020 have seemed to ease recently. What factors could play into this? 

Jan 14, 2020

Economic Perspective: Expanding Options for Retirement Savings

The federal government recently approved changes affecting how people save for retirement. What are the changes, and why are they important?