The Airbnb housing market allows homeowners to rent out their apartments without the regulations of a hotel. People who support Airbnb say that the business creates tourism and supports our communities. However, research below reveals that Airbnb may cause more harm than good when it comes to affordable housing. Airbnb housing market conflict in... READ MORE
If you’re renting in Rhode Island, you’re probably running on empty. The state of affordable housing in RI is dire. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development defines “cost burdened” as families who pay more than 30% of their income for housing. By this definition, 51% of Rhode Island housing renters are affected.... READ MORE
Light Your Student’s Way to Innovation When you’re creating your classroom, there’s one thing you need to know. Let there be light! Biological light helps your students learn. Biological (or natural) light matches the wavelength and temperature of the light we receive from the sun throughout the day. A study carried out by the Rensselaer... READ MORE
What is EMR? What does the term EMR mean to you? EMR (or Experience Modification Rate) is a score that shows how many injuries your company has had in the past three years. It acts as a multiplier that insurance agencies use to compute workers compensation premiums. The industry average EMR is 1.0. Whether your EMR... READ MORE
As most construction superintendents know, it’s hard to keep your workers cool in the summer. The heat can cause personal protective equipment to become uncomfortable and itchy as you sweat more. On the first day of summer, Heroica Construction is here to give you the tips you need to keep your crew happy and safe.... READ MORE
When Yonny Leyva started Heroica Construction in 2007, he didn’t do it alone. With Father’s Day right behind us, our team wanted to take the time to honor the people who have made our ongoing journey possible. Yonny decided to go into business with his two sons Jhonny and Harold Leyva when they created Heroica... READ MORE
“The backbone of Rhode Island is small business,” said Governor Gina Raimondo in the recently unveiled Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses – Rhode Island video. On Monday, June 12th, Heroica Construction President Jhonny Leyva and a class of almost 60 small business owners graduated the first Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program in Rhode Island. The... READ MORE