
Old, shuttered Point Loma hotel sells for $17.4M
A 1970s hotel near Liberty Station that fell on hard times has sold for $17.4 million to make way for new housing.The 110-room Consulate Hotel, built in 1971, was purchased by Encinitas-based Ambient Communities, which said it plans to turn it into market-rate and student housing.The hotel, at 2901

The Double-Edged Sword of Unexpected Virality for Small Businesses
One day, you’re running a quiet small business, serving a loyal but modest customer base. The next, you’re overwhelmed—scrambling to fulfill an avalanche of orders, juggling media inquiries, and adjusting to a sudden flood of eager customers. All because of a single viral post.Social media’s power t

California bill-paying problems near 9-year high
An early warning sign of bill-paying problems is flashing for California and the nation.To check Californians’ financial health, my trusty spreadsheet examined consumer debt statistics compiled by the New York Fed. These numbers for 2024’s final three months provide a window into the bill-paying hab
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