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GOBankingRates

In spite of inflation gradually slowing, home prices across the U.S. remain high. However, there are still more than a handful of states where you can purchase a home for less than expected. Check...

Housing Market Study: 10 Most Affordable States To Buy Homes This Summer

You might think that states with the highest average salaries would also have high rates of homeownership, but this is not necessarily the case. A recent CNN analysis that compared average personal...

5 States With Low Salaries but High Homeownership Rates

Fortune

Trump and Biden during the first 2024 presidential debate. The economy matters in an election year. And while our economy is fine on paper, it might not feel that way to anyone who wants to buy a home in this post-pandemic era. How that’ll affect President Joe Biden or former President Donald Trump is still to be determined, but they may want to pay particular attention to swing states.

Monthly housing payments have almost doubled in swing states since the last election

The Hill

Story at a glance (NewsNation) — Many Baby Boomers are turning to home-sharing amid high inflation and rising housing costs, marking a rise in what people are calling “boommates.” Oftentimes, retired homeowners are renting out their extra rooms to younger people seeking affordable housing. Historically, Americans would buy larger houses while they were raising children and…

‘Boommates’: Many Baby Boomers are turning to home-sharing to tackle unaffordable housing

Fox Business

At least 80% of every generation said housing affordability is an important factor in their vote on Nov. 5, but younger voters say it is a top concern, a recent Redfin survey said.

Housing affordability top concern for younger voters this presidential election: survey

North Carolina State

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Raleigh, NC

Town Talks

A staple restaurant on Glenwood South, Plates Kitchen, is closing its doors after more than a decade in business. The restaurant plans to have its final day of operation on July 28.

Restaurant in North Carolina Now Makes An Unexpected Closure after a decade

A Piece of Travel

Looking to move to a state that goes easier on your wallet? In a recent study, Forbes discovered the ten cheapest states to live in. Moving to any of these states could put some hard-earned money back in your pocket.

10 States With the Lowest Cost of Living

Lancaster County, PA

NewsByJoshua

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Wyoming State

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

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

Retiring abroad is becoming increasingly popular among senior Americans, and if you have your eyes on the best place to spend your golden years, we have a few solid options, thanks to a study by Global Citizen Solutions, a boutique investment migration company. The report reveals that Spain and Portugal, celebrated for their excellent health care, quality of life, and security, as the most popular retirement destinations for senior U.S. citizens.

American Retirees Are Moving to This Country for Excellent Health Care, Low Cost of Living, and High Quality of Life

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Virginia State

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

Indiana State

Franklin, IN

A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

Considering retiring somewhere new? The city you choose can have a huge impact on your finances and well-being. According to research by U.S. News & World Report, your golden years could shine even brighter depending on where you decide to settle down.

50 Best U.S. Cities for Retirement, Ranked

Illinois State

Foreclosure rates in the U.S. dropped 4.4% in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, despite significant increases in states like South Dakota (93%), North Dakota (86%), and Kentucky (73%); meanwhile, nationwide foreclosure activity saw a 7.8% rise from two years ago, suggesting a potential stabilization in the housing market, according to ATTOM's mid-year report.

Top US States Where Foreclosures Are Skyrocketing

Markets Insider

"When it comes to the housing market, the laws of supply and demand don't seem to apply any longer," the economist David Rosenberg said.

The US housing market has entered bizarro world

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

The last few years have been more expensive for Americans than in decades due to severe inflation and ever-rising costs of living. People living on a tighter budget or a more frugal lifestyle may be...

Here’s the Cost of Living in Every State

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Housing affordability, cost of living are Coloradans’ top concerns in new poll

Coloradans aren’t feeling good about the state of their pocketbooks this year, with three of the top four issues on their minds in a new survey...

Housing affordability, cost of living are Coloradans’ top concerns in new poll

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