D. Ong
Billie Eilish owns several real estate properties but prefers to live in her childhood home in Highland Park. 7 Important Gardening Tasks To Do Before the Spring Season Starts
Before the first buds bloom in the spring, here are some gardening tasks you need to do to ensure a successful growing system. More Than 6 Million Homeowners in the US Do Not Have Insurance: Study
Over $1.6 trillion in property value of uninsured homes were at risk in 2021, the study found. More than 6 million homeowners across the United States do not carry homeowners insurance, putting their properties at risk of damages, a new study found. Home Foreclosures Are Now Rising in These States
There were at least 30,528 properties with foreclosure filings in February 2023, a report found. House foreclosure filings are rising in a number of states as home prices, living costs, and mortgage rates continue to soar, according to newly released data. Dollar Tree to Close 1,000 Stores After Failing To Hit Holiday Sales Goals
Dollar Tree reported a net loss of $1.71 billion in the quarter that ended February 3. Dollar Tree on Wednesday announced it will close nearly 1,000 of its Family Dollar stores after it failed to hit expectations for holiday-quarter sales. 7 Creative Ways To Decorate for Easter in 2024
With Easter just around the corner, here are fresh and creative home decorating ideas you can do to celebrate the season this 2024. Florida Condo Owners Slash Prices as Rising Insurance Costs Keep Buyers Away
The average insurance premiums in Florida cost about $6,000 a year, more than triple the national average. Majority of Renters Believe Homeownership in the US Is No Longer Possible: Poll
Renters polled said soaring interest rates and a lack of savings for a down payment prevented them from owning a home. Disneyland Wins Approval for Planned Expansion of Its Theme Park in Anaheim
Disneyland will now seek approval from the Anaheim City Council for its planned multi-billion dollar expansion. LaGuardia Airport Now One of the Best Airports in America After $8B Renovations: New Survey
LaGuardia Airport was once so decrepit that in 2014, then-Vice President Joe Biden likened it to airports in a "third-world country." 8 Home Design Tips To Make Narrow Kitchens Feel Wider
Narrow kitchens can be difficult to design, but with thoughtful planning, you can transform the space into a fully functional and aesthetically pleasing area. Here are some ideas to try. 80% of Couples Got a Joint Mortgage: Survey
At least 32% of couples cited financial stability as the reason for getting a joint mortgage. This comes as housing affordability in the country is worsening. Real Estate Market May See Lucrative Deals in the Next 18 Months as Debts Are Set To Mature: Expert
Roughly $929 billion of outstanding commercial mortgages are set to mature in 2024. The real estate market could see lucrative deals coming in the next 12 to 18 months as debts are set to mature this year, an expert said. Airbnb Bans Indoor Security Cameras in Its Rental Listings
The new policy comes after Airbnb guests reported finding hidden cameras in their rentals that were not disclosed in the listing. Housing Market Short of 7.2M Homes, Closing the Gap Could Take 5 Years
The gap in the housing market grew from 6.5 million at the end of 2022 to 7.2 million at the end of 2023. 8 Best Driveway Landscaping Ideas To Boost Curb Appeal
Your driveway is often the first thing visitors see of your home, making it important to ensure it has that "wow" factor that draws in people, especially if you're a home seller. Here are some ideas you can do to boost your curb appeal. 4 Secrets You Should Know About Mortgages: Expert
Planning on getting a home loan soon? Here are four secrets an expert said all homeowners should know. Americans May Get $10,000 Tax Credit for Buying, Selling a Home
The proposed plan was introduced by President Joe Biden in his State of the Union address. Americans may receive a $10,000 tax credit for buying or selling a home amid surging home values and soaring mortgage rates. Walmart Prepares To Introduce Mini Food Courts to Shoppers
The new food hall will offer patrons the choice between eight restaurants serving dishes of varying cuisines. More Than 100 Hotel Maintenance Workers Sue Disney Over Low Wages
The lawsuit alleged that some maintenance workers were making as little as $17.50 an hour, less than the wages fast-food workers are paid in their state. 7 Space-Saving Furniture To Maximize Small Spaces
Living in a small space does not mean you have to sacrifice comfort or style. In this guide, we'll explore seven space-saving furniture to help you maximize the space in your home. Housing Sentiment Hits Highest Level in Nearly Two Years: Fannie Mae
The increase in housing sentiment was attributed to improving optimism among home sellers. The housing sentiment increased slightly in February ahead of the spring home-buying season, hitting the highest levels recorded in nearly two years, according to Fannie Mae. Mortgage Rates Drop After Climbing for Four Weeks, Demand Surges 11%
Mortgage rates for the 30-year fixed-rate loan fell 0.06 percentage points in the week ending March 7. Over 30% of Home Buyers and Sellers Don’t Know They Can Negotiate Real Estate Commissions: Report
Among buyers and sellers who did negotiate the commission with their agents, 64% said they successfully reduced the fees. Real Estate Agents Could Lose $30 Billion in Commissions Under New Model
A new compensation model would require home buyers and sellers to pay their agents separately, with the commission being independent of the final home price. 6 Fast-Growing Privacy Shrubs You Can Plant in Your Yard
Looking for some privacy in your backyard? Here are six fast-growing privacy shrubs you can plant. Creating a private oasis in your yard is a common goal for homeowners, and choosing the right shrubs is a key element in achieving this. 5 Laundry Room Design Mistakes To Avoid
If you're planning on designing your laundry room, here are design mistakes to avoid to ensure an efficient and organized space. New Jersey’s Famous Frank Sinatra House up for Sale Again, Now Listed for $2.9M
The Sinatra House was owned by Sony Music distribution chairman Paul R. Smith. The famous Sinatra house on the Point Pleasant Beach boardwalk is back on the market for the third time, along with a new price tag. Disney May Soon Add Another Avatar-Themed Land to Disneyland Resort: CEO
Disney may build Avatar-based land in other Disneyland locations, including Asia and Europe. Disney could soon add another Avatar-themed land to the Disneyland Resort, Bob Iger, CEO of Walt Disney Co. Consumer Groups Warn Fed on ‘Dangerous’ Merger Between Capital One and Discover
A coalition of advocacy groups warned that Capital One would be able to hike fees after it closes the acquisition of Discover, which the former said could happen in late 2024 or early 2025.
EDITOR'S PICKS
-
Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates by a Quarter Point Following Election, How Could It Affect Mortgage Rates?
-
10 Housing Markets Where Minimum-Wage Workers Can Actually Afford Rent
-
A Comprehensive Guide on Buying a Foreclosed Home
-
Billionaire Investors Behind Rising Housing Costs, Homelessness in the US: Study
