Eagle County, CO

Los Angeles, CA

USA TODAY

Hong Kong ranked topped the list of least affordable housing market across the globe but the US had a strong showing, too.

These cities have 'impossibly unaffordable' housing, report finds

Wyoming State

GOBankingRates

When you buy a home, your monthly expenses can run much higher than your mortgage payment. Home insurance, maintenance costs, home association dues and property taxes can spike your monthly outlay by...

7 States With Cheap Housing Markets and Low Property Taxes

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Property taxes are a significant expense for homeowners, often constituting a large portion of annual household costs. Given that property taxes are based on the assessed value of your home, it is crucial to ensure that this assessment is accurate. If you believe your property is over-assessed, you may have the opportunity to request a reduction in home taxes from your local county assessment office. This article will guide you through the process, providing valuable tips to help you successfully lower your property tax burden.

Tips to request a reduction in property taxes from your local county assessment

Ohio State

Business Insider

In an interview with Business Insider last year, Vance blamed high housing costs largely on high interest rates.

JD Vance says deporting 20 million people is part of the solution to high housing costs

For people in a position to invest in rental properties, now could be the ideal time. Despite higher-than-average mortgage interest rates, the equity gains and potential for rental income may be able...

Real Estate Experts: Why You Don’t Want To Wait To Invest In Rental Properties

Axios

In Las Vegas Tuesday, President Biden is expected to call for legislative action to curb landlords' ability to raise rents, administration officials told reporters Monday afternoon. Why it matters: Rents have skyrocketed over the past few years, contributing to high inflation and putting enormous strain on renters. "Families deserve housing...

Biden to propose capping national rent increases at 5%

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

While most agents are headed toward beach towels and White Claws, summer is your prime time to hone in on your business and set yourself up for dominating the second half of the year. Join us for BAM BBQ, our FREE virtual event on July 17 to do just that! Sign up here.

Rent vs. Income: The Harsh Reality for U.S. Renters in 2024

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Virginia State

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Cheryl E Preston

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

Massachusetts State

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Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Winks, an adorable and incredibly strong puppy with a heartbreaking origin. Winks was found unmoving on the side of a road with severe injuries. He had several very infected wounds and was barely holding on when his rescuers rushed him to the vet. Once there, x-rays revealed the horrifying truth that Winks had been shot numerous times around his face and neck. These injuries resulted in him having his eye removed. Despite that, Winks has made a miraculous and full recovery. He certainly does not let his handicap slow him down at his new foster home. Winks was truly given a second chance at life, and now all he needs is a family to call his own.

10-Month-Old Dog Who Was Hit In Face Several Times Now Searching For Family

President Joe Biden revealed a series of proposals aimed at lowering housing costs on Tuesday as inflation and elevated home prices are shaping up to be decisive issues for voters this year.

Biden unveils plan to cap rent hikes

Washington State

Mill Creek, WA

Timothy A Gruver

The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries reported on Wednesday that it fined four roofing contractors more than a million dollars for letting their workers perform on top of homes without fall protection gear, among other safety violations.

Roofing Companies Fined $1.27M for Endangering Workers

We’re only slightly exaggerating when we say that the cost of owning and operating a car in 2024 is as expensive as it was to own or rent and maintain a place to live 10 or 20 years ago. Only slightly exaggerating. And, in some cases, maybe the statement is actually in line with reality.

The Cost Of Driving Is As Bad As The Cost Of Housing

Family Handyman

The year 2023 was a heck of a run for the residential construction market. Recent real estate statistics show just under 1.5 million homes were completed over the course of the year—the most in a year since 2007’s pre-global financial crisis activity. Yet housing is still considered to be unaffordable, even with an additional 1.5 million homes hitting the market. How can that be the case?

Construction Is Booming, So Why Is Housing So Unaffordable?

The Guardian

President to unveil rent control plan for larger landlords that would restrict increases to 5%, or risk losing tax breaks

Biden housing plan seeks to curb rent increases by penalizing landlords

Morris County, NJ

Morristown Minute

MORRISTOWN, NJ - As of this morning, numerous construction projects and an incident involving downed wires are causing traffic disruptions across Morris County, affecting key roadways and potentially delaying local commutes. Here's a rundown of the current road conditions:

Traffic Nightmare: Construction and Downed Wires Cause Chaos in Morris County

Financial Regulation News

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is rolling out new projections for tenants in multifamily properties financed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.© Shutterstock This marks the first time tenant protections will be a standard component of Fannie and Freddie’s (the Enterprise) multifamily financing. “The tenant protections announced today are the culmination of a collaborative […]
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FHFA introduces new protections for tenants in multifamily housing

Florida State

Homeowners value the opportunity to create their own personal sanctuary. This can include reducing their energy consumption and the impact their home makes. Some in Florida are getting protections for those freedoms. As detailed in the Daytona Beach News-Journal, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill that limits homeowners associations' control and may fine them for excessive rules on residents.

New law grants homeowners a 'Bill of Rights' — here's how the changes affect you and your property

California State

NewsByJoshua

In a concerning trend for California, numerous large companies are gearing up for significant layoffs, affecting thousands of workers across various industries. According to the WARN Tracker, California has seen a staggering 37,086 WARN layoffs this year alone, impacting 713 businesses statewide.

Concerns Rise as Massive Layoffs Hit California

Vail Daily

NewsBreak

Eagle County Housing Task Force: Working together to create more housing

The volunteer-member Eagle County Housing Task Force last wrote in this space about its pledge to move beyond words about the housing crisis and into action...

Eagle County Housing Task Force: Working together to create more housing

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