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Vice President Kamala Harris says she wants to provide $25,000 in down payment assistance to first-time homebuyers, but critics say the plan would only make housing issues worse.

Harris proposes $25,000 down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers — is it a good idea?

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Today marks day one of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago. Ahead of the Chicago DNC, Democrat hopeful Kamala Harris announced a new federal program that would help first-time homebuyers. In Raleigh, North Carolina, on August 16, Harris rolled out a four year plan to tackle the country’s housing...

Kamala Harris announces plan to build 3 million new homes and assist first-generation homebuyers

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The Independent

  Vice President Kamala Harris has a new advertising push to draw attention to her plan to build 3 million new homes over four years, a move designed to contain inflationary pressures that also draws a sharp contrast to Republican Donald Trump's approach.Harris, the Democratic nominee for president, highlights her plan in a new minute-long ad that uses her personal experience, growing up in rental housing while her mother had saved for a decade before she could buy a home. The ad targets voters in the swing states including Arizona and Nevada. Campaign surrogates are also holding 20 events...

Harris campaign releases new ad to highlight plans to build 3 million homes, reduce inflation

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In an effort to target traditional Republican voters who are not part of the MAGA movement, the Harris campaign has announced the “Republicans For Harris” movement. The group has secured key endorsements from some high ranking republicans with a notable array of former Trump White House officials, including Stephanie Grisham and Olivia Troye. The group also includes former Secretaries Chuck Hagel and Ray LaHood, as well as former Governors Jim Edgar, Bill Weld, and Christine Todd Whitman. Additionally, it boasts support from former U.S. House members such as Rod Chandler, Tom Coleman, Dave Emery, Wayne Gilchrest, Jim Greenwood, Adam Kinzinger, John LeBoutillier, Susan Molinari, Jack Quinn, Denver Riggleman, Claudine Schneider, Christopher Shays, Peter Smith, Alan Steelman, David Trott, and Joe Walsh. Former GOP State Chair and State Senator Chris Vance is also among the endorsers, along with many others.

Republicans For Harris Group Launches While Trump Insults Key Georgia Republican

The Center Square

(The Center Square) – Vice President Kamala Harris wants to make housing affordable for more Americans, but the realities of the housing market are stacked against any quick fix.
                High mortgage interest rates and high real estate prices have made a median-priced home unaffordable for a median-income American household, according to a report from S&P Global, a U.S.-based credit-rating agency.
                Harris, 59, has proposed plans to use tax incentives to...

Harris promises help with housing costs, market challenges persist

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Vice President Kamala Harris is on record calling for raising payroll taxes on workers. It’s further evidence that middle class households would pay higher taxes under a Harris White House. The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee personally authored a post on Medium during her 2020 presidential bid endorsing the creation of two additional payroll taxes as part of […]

Kamala Harris would increase payroll taxes

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According to the Pew Research Center, middle-class households are those earning between two-thirds to double the median household income in an area. The upper middle class refers to the top 20% of...

What Is the Median Income for the Upper Middle Class in 2024?

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‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

Gazumping is a notorious practice in the world of real estate, where a seller accepts your offer on a property but then sells it to someone else. u/fibeenn shared a story on Reddit about how they got back at some greedy landlords, teaching them a lesson. This incident of gazumping happened 15 years ago and involved their best friend and her family.

Individual pulls off ingenious ploy to help struggling friends buy house from greedy landlords

Vice President Harris' campaign on Thursday will roll out some of her housing policy proposals, including her support for efforts aimed at lowering the cost of rent and helping renters who are struggling financially, according to details obtained by NBC News from a campaign official. Harris will propose plans to...

Harris to endorse protections for renters and removal of key tax benefits for Wall St. investors buying homes

While we adhere to strict editorial guidelines, partners on this page also provide us earnings. The 30% rule is a popular piece of personal finance advice, guiding Americans on how much of their monthly income should be allocated to housing costs. But good luck finding anyone who follows that advice these days.

‘Deeply troubling’: The 30% rule for housing costs is ignored by almost 8 in 10 Americans, study says — is it time to revisit this common budgeting technique?

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

It's been 14 years since actor James MacArthur died of natural causes at only 72 years old. Best known as Danny “Danno” Williams on the original TV adaptation of Hawaii Five-0 (the famed crime-adventure series, CBS, 1968-1980), MacArthur was the adopted son of acting legend Helen Hayes. This is his story.

'Hawaii Five-0'' Actor James MacArthur Was Adopted by Helen Hayes: A Look Back at His Tragic Death

Trailer Empire

In the face of soaring insurance premiums and an ever-increasing risk of natural disasters, more homeowners are making the controversial decision to forgo home insurance. This growing trend reveals a high-stakes gamble that’s reshaping the landscape of property ownership across the United States.

The High-Stakes Gamble: Why Homeowners Are Ditching Insurance and What It Means for Their Future

MarketRealist

The minimum wage today is not enough for workers to make rent.

Realtor brilliantly explains the differences between today’s salaries and housing compared to 1980s

Natalie calls her kids KIPPERS, which stands for Kids In Parents' Pockets Eroding Retirement Savings.

Mom charges her four kids a monthly rent of $255, shares why it's a crucial money lesson

Vice President Kamala Harris insisted “my values have not changed” in her first sit-down interview since winning the Democratic nomination, when asked about her changed policy stances on key issues including immigration and fracking. Speaking to CNN’s Dana Bash in an excerpt released by the network, the Democratic...

Harris uses first sit-down interview to insist ‘my values have not changed’

Vice President Kamala Harris' alleged corporate and unrealized capital gains tax hikes are a move towards "voodoo economics," according to Andy Puzder and Newt Gingrich.

Experts react to Harris' plan to tax unrealized capital gains: 'Voodoo economics'

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Pinehurst, NC

Town Talks

Choosing the right place to retire involves balancing affordability, access to healthcare, and proximity to loved ones. But safety is also crucial, especially for older adults.

Lovely North Carolina City Was Just Crowned America’s Safest Place To Retire

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With average U.S. home prices topping $400,000, investing in real estate with just $20,000 might seem challenging. It is entirely possible, however, with the right approach. Crowdfunding platforms, lower-cost markets and real estate investment groups represent just a few of the ways to put $20,000 to work in the real estate market. By exploring these […] The post How to Invest $20,000 in Real Estate appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.

How to Invest $20,000 in Real Estate

Wellington, FL

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In a turn of events that has left many locals surprised, Star Wellington LLC, the company behind two popular Italian restaurants in Wellington, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company, which owns Franco Italian Bistro and Victor’s Pizza Café, made the filing on August 23rd, citing over $2.4 million in debt against just over $300,000 in assets.

Florida Based Owner of Italian Restaurants Files for Bankruptcy

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Build, baby, build: YIMBYs for Harris host fundraiser with emphasis on affordable housing

Democratic heavyweights like Maryland Gov. Wes Moore are expected to speak at a virtual fundraiser for Vice President Kamala Harris centered around affordable housing — an...

Build, baby, build: YIMBYs for Harris host fundraiser with emphasis on affordable housing

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