Lynn O. Michaelis
A partner with Forest Economic Advisors (FEA), Lynn Michaelis has nearly 40 years of experience in the forest products industry. This article was excerpted with permission from FEA’s “Spotlight.” To learn
more, visit www.getfea.com.
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Key demographic trends and their effect on the wood products industry Part II
Focus on household formations for 25-44 age group
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Key demographic trends and their effect on the wood products industry Part I
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Unfinished Business: Reform of Mortgage Market, Part II
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