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Tiny homes are defined as houses under 500 square feet, which first began popping in the wake of the 2007 and 2008 financial crisis. Panera Bread To Pay Customers $2M in Settlement Over Misleading Delivery Fees
The lawsuit alleged that Panera Bread marked up menu items for delivery by 5% to 7%. Panera Bread has agreed to pay $2 million to settle a class action lawsuit after allegedly misleading customers about the prices and fees for delivery orders. Undocumented Immigrants May Qualify for First-Time Homebuyer Loan Under New California Bill
The state's loan program covers up to 20% of the purchase price of a house or condominium unit for first-time home buyers. 5 Tips on Creating a Dedicated Hobby Space in Your Home
Creating a dedicated hobby space allows you to fully immerse in your chosen activity. Here's how to create an organized and inspiring hobby space within your home. 91% of Homes in US Remain Overvalued: Report
Home prices across the United States were 11.1% overvalued as of the third quarter of 2023. Homes in 91% of the country's housing market remain overvalued despite a recent uptick in home sales and an increase in inventory, according to a new report. Controversial Hamptons Mansion Is Selling for $38 Million, Buyer Can’t Live in the Property
The mansion is owned by Harry Macklowe, one of the most brazen developers in New York City. A controversial property in Hamptons is up for sale for $38 million, but there's a catch-the buyer cannot live in it. 5 Ways To Improve Your Home’s Curb Appeal This Spring
Improving your curb apeal can significantly boost your home's value when you decide to sell. Here are five simple yet effective ways to elevate your home's exterior this spring. Panera Bread’s Alleged Relationship With Gov. Newsom Led to It Being Exempted From California’s New Minimum Wage Law: Report
California is raising the wages of fast-food workers to $20 per hour, but those working in establishments that sell bread as a stand-alone menu item are exempted from the new law. California Hot Spring to Close Indefinitely After Second Death in 16 Months
Rangers found a dead body in one of the tubs of the Miracle Hot Springs earlier this month. A California hot spring will be closed indefinitely after a second person was found dead in the area in the past 16 months. Aspiring Homebuyers Need To Earn 80% More To Afford a House in the Current Market: Study
Homebuyers today would need to earn $47,000 more than they did pre-pandemic to afford a house. Americans hoping to purchase a home need to make 80% more than they did before the COVID-19 pandemic to comfortably afford a house in the current market, new research found. Mortgage Rates Edging Closer to 7%, the Highest Recorded Since December
Mortgage rates climbed for the fourth consecutive week in a row in the week ending February 29. Mortgage rates climbed for the fourth consecutive week in a row, jumping to the highest level recorded since December 2023. 5 Items Experts Say You Should Never Keep in Your Bedroom
Your bedroom is a sanctuary where you can get rest and relaxation. However, keeping some items in the bedroom can disrupt this relaxation. Here are five items experts say to keep out of your room. Arizona Attorney General Sues RealPage, Landlords Over Hiking Rental Prices
The lawsuit alleged that RealPage and the landlords conspired to illegally hike rental prices to "astronomical" levels. Over 50% of Aspiring Homebuyers Cannot Afford a Down Payment: Survey
At least 54% of homebuyers said their income was not high enought to afford puchasing a home. More than half of homebuyers in the United States said the high cost of living is making it harder for them to afford a down payment and closing costs of purchasing a house, according to a new survey. Disney Plans To Merge Media Business With Reliance in India in $8.5B Mega-Deal
The merger between Disney and Reliance is expected to bring in 750 million viewers in India. The Walt Disney Company on Wednesday announced a merger with Reliance Industries, India's biggest conglomerate, in an $8. Former NYU Official Pleads Guilty To Stealing $660K in Public Money To Add Pool at Her Home, Personal Expenses
The NYU administrator began her scheme in 2012 and redirected a total of $3.3 million in public money to shell companies she created. Inside Emma Stone’s Stunning $4 Million Los Angeles Home
Stone's $4 million Los Angeles home features a Spanish-inspired interior, with pops of colors and patterns and a tiled courtyard. Home Design 101: The Easiest Ways To Create a Cozy Living Space
If you're looking for ways to give your current space a cozy makeover, these simple design tips will help you achieve that warm and relaxing ambiance. Coal Company Owned by West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice Found in Contempt
Gov. Justice's coal company failed to follow a court order to pay an insurance firm $500,000 to maintain collateral financial obligations. These 3 Cities Are America’s Happiest, According to New Rankings
A new study looked at 29 factors, including depression rate, income-growth rate, and job satisfaction, to determine the happiest cities in the country. Housing Market Forecast: Here’s What Homebuyers Can Expect Once Mortgage Rates Drop
Mortgage rates are forecasted to hover around the 6.8% range before dropping to 6.5% by the end of 2024. Planning To Make an Accent Wall? Here Are Important Dos and Don’ts To Remember
If you're aiming to create a focal point in your room, here are some essential dos and don'ts to keep in mind for your accent wall project. Congressional Democrats Call on U.S. To Block Capital One-Discover Merger
Several Congressional Democrats argued that the merger would limit consumer banking choices and saddle customers with high fees. Americans Making $150K a Year Are Considered ‘Lower Middle Class’ in These US Cities
Individuals earning $150,000 annually could still struggle financially in some states amid rising living costs. Bronx Medical School Will Offer Free Tuition to All Current and Future Students Following $1B Donation
The college's free tuition model will begin in August. The tuition of all current fourth-year students will also be reimbursed. NYCHA Paid a Vendor More Than $700 To Replace a Lightbulb : Report
An analysis found that NYCHA paid the vendor similar amounts for different levels of work within the same development. 10 Ideas To Make Use of Your Side Yard Space
Do you have a side yard that's sitting empty? Here are some ideas to help you transform the space into a comfortable living area. Easily Remove Hard Water Stains From Your Bathroom With This Mixture
Hard water stains can be persistent, but there's a simple mixture you can easily make at home to restore the sparkle to your bathroom. Here's a quick guide. Mexico City May Be Months Away From Running Out of Water: Report
Water may no longer be accessible for huge swaths of Mexico City in a few months, experts predict. Mexico City, one of the biggest cities in the world and home to nearly 22 million people, may just be months away from completely running out of water, according to a new report. Donald Trump May Lose His Real Estate Assets if He Can’t Pay His $450 Million Civil Fraud Fine: NY Attorney General
Donald Trump's $450 million fine in the New York civil fraud case is due March 25. New York Attorney Gen. Letitia James said her office is prepared to seize some of former president Donald Trump's real estate assets if he is unable to find sufficient cash to cover his nearly half a billion dollar fine.
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