Top 4 Trade of April 2022

At the beginning of each new month, we like to go back and see what the Top 4 Trades were from the previous month. This way, we know what our clients are looking for and how trade is helping them in their daily lives.

The Top 4 Trades from April were:

Roofing
Keeping a roof over your head can be pricey, especially if you need to replace your roof. The national average prices for a roof replacement can range from $260 - $700 per square depending on the roofing material you select, the size of your roof, and the roof type. For example, a new asphalt shingles roof for a typical 2,000 sq. ft single-story ranch house can range in price from $8,500 - to $16,500 fully installed. IMS saved our clients some serious cash this month because they used their trade dollars for their new roofing.

Travel - Dominican Republic
The average price of a 7-day trip to Punta Cana (a popular destination in the Dominican Republic) is $1,889 for a solo traveler, $3,393 for a couple, and $6,360 for a family of 4. But don’t forget to consider the average flight costs to Punta Cana International Airport are between $641 and $1,011 per person for economy flights. Then factor in the cost of activities outside your hotel/resort/vacation rental ($63 to $147 per person per day). It really adds up fast! But you could cut those cash costs down when you book a vacation with the IMS Travel Department! Using trade to travel is the best way to travel!

Retirement Savings Account
With an IMS retirement savings account, funds are deposited automatically into a specialized savings account on a monthly basis. These funds can be used to supplement medical benefits such as prescription drugs, eyeglasses, hearing aids, chiropractic services, and health and wellness spas. This is something to seriously consider when the average couple retiring today will have to cover $280,000 in post-retirement healthcare costs. But these funds don’t have to be just for medical and health coverage! The trade put into this account can be used to enhance your lifestyle. Use that trade any time on things like dining, theater, travel, hard goods, salons, and so much more. To start yours today, contact your Broker.

Tent Rental
Now that summer is around the corner, party season is also almost here! With that in mind, one of the most common items requested for outdoor events is a party tent. A party tent can cost anywhere from $100 for small 10x10 pop-up tents to upwards of $20,000 for massive festival-sized tents. On average, a 20x20 party tent rental can cost around $200 to $500, while your standard 20x40 party tent should cost between $300 and $750 per day. We all know that parties and events can get expensive so utilize and optimize your party planning with IMS so you can save your cash!

Isn't it amazing what trade can do for you?

If you are looking for something specific, don't hesitate to contact your IMS Broker today!