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LA real estate
fromFast Company
6 days ago

A new report shows homebuyers now need to make at least $114k a year to buy the average U.S. home

Home ownership is increasingly unattainable for many Americans due to high mortgage rates and rising home prices.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago
NYC real estate

Buying My Condo Was a Financial Mistake - Now I'm Stuck with a Money Pit and Major Repairs

Realizing financial mistakes, particularly in real estate purchases, can lead to regret when personal circumstances shift.
fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago
NYC real estate

Tampa's property taxes jumped 23% in 2 years. See the US cities with the lowest and the highest property taxes.

Property taxes in the U.S. rose 10.4% from 2021 to 2023, with significant regional variations.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
Real estate

We're moving but have a $3 million home with a $1.2 million mortgage at 2.5% - should we rent it out or sell?

Homeowners should carefully consider whether to rent or sell, especially with favorable mortgage rates.
Renting can be attractive for homeowners with a low fixed mortgage rate, but it comes with responsibilities.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago
LA real estate

Amazon Is Selling a 2-bedroom Tiny Home With Tons of Natural Light for Under $12K

Tiny homes are an affordable alternative for prospective homeowners, providing customizable options with budget-friendly prices and pre-built convenience.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
LA real estate

HGTV's 2024 Dream Home on St. Augustine's Anastasia Island Is Up for Sale Again-This Time for $2.7 Million

The 2024 HGTV Dream Home has changed hands twice and is back on the market for $2.7 million after being valued at over $2 million.
LA real estate
fromFast Company
6 days ago

A new report shows homebuyers now need to make at least $114k a year to buy the average U.S. home

Home ownership is increasingly unattainable for many Americans due to high mortgage rates and rising home prices.
NYC real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Buying My Condo Was a Financial Mistake - Now I'm Stuck with a Money Pit and Major Repairs

Realizing financial mistakes, particularly in real estate purchases, can lead to regret when personal circumstances shift.
fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago
NYC real estate

Tampa's property taxes jumped 23% in 2 years. See the US cities with the lowest and the highest property taxes.

Property taxes in the U.S. rose 10.4% from 2021 to 2023, with significant regional variations.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
Real estate

We're moving but have a $3 million home with a $1.2 million mortgage at 2.5% - should we rent it out or sell?

Homeowners should carefully consider whether to rent or sell, especially with favorable mortgage rates.
Renting can be attractive for homeowners with a low fixed mortgage rate, but it comes with responsibilities.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago
LA real estate

Amazon Is Selling a 2-bedroom Tiny Home With Tons of Natural Light for Under $12K

Tiny homes are an affordable alternative for prospective homeowners, providing customizable options with budget-friendly prices and pre-built convenience.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
LA real estate

HGTV's 2024 Dream Home on St. Augustine's Anastasia Island Is Up for Sale Again-This Time for $2.7 Million

The 2024 HGTV Dream Home has changed hands twice and is back on the market for $2.7 million after being valued at over $2 million.
more#real-estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago
Pets

The moment I knew: fire was lapping the trees near my house when he knocked on my door in uniform

The decision to pursue online dating led to a meaningful relationship despite initial barriers.
Moving to a new home marked a significant transition in the author's life.
#financial-struggles
Retirement
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I feel trapped': how home ownership has become a nightmare for many Americans

Many homeowners in the U.S. are struggling financially due to rising ownership costs and unexpected expenses.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago
Retirement

I'm 72 and Facing a Tough Choice: Pay My Taxes or Lose My Home - What Should I Do?

A 72-year-old Reddit user faces the risk of losing his home due to high expenses exceeding his retirement income.
Retirement
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I feel trapped': how home ownership has become a nightmare for many Americans

Many homeowners in the U.S. are struggling financially due to rising ownership costs and unexpected expenses.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago
Retirement

I'm 72 and Facing a Tough Choice: Pay My Taxes or Lose My Home - What Should I Do?

A 72-year-old Reddit user faces the risk of losing his home due to high expenses exceeding his retirement income.
more#financial-struggles
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Retirement

Becoming mortgage-free at 40: 'We used every spare penny to overpay our mortgage and saved over 100,000 in interest'

Asta Jurksaite and her husband achieved financial freedom by paying off their mortgage in ten years after committing to their goal.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Environment

How hurricanes Otis and John exposed Acapulco's big divide and left residents scared for our lives'

Flora Montejo's dream home turned into a nightmare after Hurricane John devastated Acapulco, triggering landslides and leaving her house unsafe.
#mortgage-rates
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
LA real estate

The Cost of Homeownership Now Outpaces Median Incomes in Every State

U.S. households need an average of $118,530 to afford homes amidst rising mortgage rates and increasing prices.
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
4 months ago
Boston

Boston Condos For Sale: Tough Road Ahead For 2025 Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Rising mortgage rates will make Boston condo ownership increasingly difficult, especially for first-time buyers, with prices expected to remain high.
LA real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

The Cost of Homeownership Now Outpaces Median Incomes in Every State

U.S. households need an average of $118,530 to afford homes amidst rising mortgage rates and increasing prices.
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
4 months ago
Boston

Boston Condos For Sale: Tough Road Ahead For 2025 Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Rising mortgage rates will make Boston condo ownership increasingly difficult, especially for first-time buyers, with prices expected to remain high.
more#mortgage-rates
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago
Boston real estate

From Volume to Value | The Walrus

The dream of home ownership in Canada is fading as housing costs rise faster than salaries.
72% of Canadians without homes have given up on homeownership amid a housing crisis.
#retirement-planning
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago
Business

A loan until death: what happens when your mortgage outlives your career?

Many Australians are taking out loans on homes they may never fully pay off, impacting their retirement and changing the dynamics of home ownership.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Business

I know that paying off the mortgage and investing is both important - hear which one Dave Ramsey thinks is more important

It's possible to pay off a mortgage while still saving for retirement if one adjusts their lifestyle.
Dave Ramsey suggests making lifestyle cuts to allocate more funds towards mortgage payments without neglecting retirement savings.
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago
Business

A loan until death: what happens when your mortgage outlives your career?

Many Australians are taking out loans on homes they may never fully pay off, impacting their retirement and changing the dynamics of home ownership.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Business

I know that paying off the mortgage and investing is both important - hear which one Dave Ramsey thinks is more important

It's possible to pay off a mortgage while still saving for retirement if one adjusts their lifestyle.
Dave Ramsey suggests making lifestyle cuts to allocate more funds towards mortgage payments without neglecting retirement savings.
more#retirement-planning
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

My daughter is upset that we gave my son money for a down payment but won't give her one - is she right?

The fairness of parental financial support can depend on individual circumstances rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
#home-equity
fromBoston.com
4 months ago
US news

Nebraska man who lost his home over $588 debt is getting it back

Homeowners' equity is constitutionally protected, preventing municipalities from completely taking their properties over small tax debts.
fromwww.housingwire.com
7 months ago
Business

Unison unveils hybrid' home equity sharing loan

Unison's new Equity Sharing Home Loan merges traditional mortgage features with home equity investment, enhancing access to homeowner equity.
The product comes with lower payments facilitated by shared appreciation and is customizable to meet homeowner financial needs.
US news
fromBoston.com
4 months ago

Nebraska man who lost his home over $588 debt is getting it back

Homeowners' equity is constitutionally protected, preventing municipalities from completely taking their properties over small tax debts.
fromwww.housingwire.com
7 months ago
Business

Unison unveils hybrid' home equity sharing loan

Unison's new Equity Sharing Home Loan merges traditional mortgage features with home equity investment, enhancing access to homeowner equity.
The product comes with lower payments facilitated by shared appreciation and is customizable to meet homeowner financial needs.
more#home-equity
fromIndependent
4 months ago
Writing

'My sibling got the family farm and my mother got right of residence in the farmhouse. But they are making it very hard for us to see her. What can we do?'

Family disputes can create strong feelings of alienation and concern, especially regarding financial responsibilities and accessibility to loved ones.
fromIrish Independent
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Louth home makes the most of its hillside setting with stunning vistas and its own wind turbine

Hugh Bradley's home is nearly self-sufficient in energy, primarily using wind turbines and solar panels, revealing both benefits and challenges of such systems.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

Scammers are stealing homes from under their owners' noses. AI is making it scarily easy.

Increased AI usage has facilitated a rise in deed fraud, impacting homeowners and prospective buyers.
The legal struggle over Spelling Manor highlights the risks of real estate ownership in the digital age.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

I stopped saving for my son's college tuition. I decided to save for my forever home instead.

The author has shifted focus from saving for her son's college tuition to investing in her personal dreams of buying a forever home.
from24/7 Wall St.
6 months ago
Business

I'm 36 years old and have $3.6 million but I still rent - is it crazy to plow most of my money into a house?

The debate between renting and owning a home weighs heavily on financially stable families with high living costs.
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