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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

South Carolina State

Stephanie Tanner's iconic "How rude!" line from the 1987 sitcom Full House is a phrase that some Americans use more than they'd like to. According to data by Zippia, while some states are brimming with kindness, others could definitely use a crash course in basic manners.

Rudest States in America Ranked From 1 to 50

Whether you’re planning to move or just want to visit somewhere in the U.S., there are a number of factors to consider before deciding where to go. Housing prices and local amenities are important, but safety is a top priority for many.

25 Most Dangerous Cities in America, Based on FBI Crime Data

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Retirement is the chance to do something different. After a career of work, it's time to kick back and enjoy the finer things in life, maybe even try a few new things. For a lot of retirees, this is...

7 States That Will Become Popular Retirement Destinations in 2025

Indiana State

Worker shortages have eased a bit, but companies still look closely at quality of life when choosing a location that will attract skilled employees. CNBC’s annual ranking of state business climates considers quality of life among ten categories of competitiveness. Quality of Life metrics include Crime, Child Care, Health...

These are America's 10 worst states for quality of life in 2024

Wisconsin State

Ever thought the number of unhappy people around you is higher than it should be? Research says you might be onto something. The residents of certain states have significantly lower happiness levels than others.

20 States Where Americans Are the Unhappiest, Study Shows

Whether you're looking for a long-term investment and want to make sure you're not buying a money sink or you're thinking about buying your first home, it's important to choose the right property...

5 Types of Homes Expected To Plummet in Value by the End of 2025

There is no shortage of states in the U.S. that tout costs of living that are higher than the national average. Discover More: Cheapest Places To Buy a Home in Every State Read Next: Become a Real...

7 Richest States in the U.S. — and How Much It Costs To Live in Each

California State

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For the first time since 2020, California’s population grew in 2023. The most populous state added just over 67,000 people in 2023, or 0.17%. While the growth rate is very small, it ends a three-year trend of significant population loss — nearly half a million residents from 2019 to 2022, according to Census data — […]
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This Will Be America’s Largest State in 2050

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Big Lots, a beloved discount retailer known for its wide range of products from furniture to seasonal items, is facing tough times ahead. Following a challenging first quarter in 2024, the company has announced plans to close between 35 to 40 stores this year.

A much-loved store is closing nearly 40 of its locations

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Chicago, IL

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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 HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

Protests in Spain will spread if European officials fail to address mass tourism's negative effect on the lives of residents, UNESCO's Peter Debrine told "Squawk Box Asia" on Monday. "It's turning into a very volatile situation," said UNESCO's senior project officer for sustainable tourism. "Civil society coming and trying to...

Protests will 'absolutely' spread if European cities don’t address overtourism, says UNESCO official

Kentucky State

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

Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

Birmingham, AL

When Jen Barnett and Brett Andrews started seriously thinking of leaving the U.S., they had a few parameters for their new home. The couple from Birmingham, Alabama, wanted to live in a place not too far from the beach, that had a strong middle class, where politics leaned progressive, and maybe most importantly, where people enjoyed a high quality of life for a lower cost of living.

American couple left the U.S. for Mexico and lives on $3,000 per month: What they say is cheaper

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

What makes a Zodiac Sign low maintenance? Independence can make someone low maintenance. Someone who is reliable, dependable, and punctual, can make someone low maintenance. Someone who tends to want to do things on their own can be low maintenance. Low-maintenance people tend to be those people who do on their own but are not necessarily alone. They rarely need or ask for help. They are self-motivated, often energetic, and can be considered leaders is many cases. Now me, some say I am low maintenance and others say I’m high maintenance. Maybe I’m both. Let's see what zodiac signs are considered low-maintenance.

5 Zodiac Signs That Are Low Maintenance

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These are America's 10 most expensive states to live in for 2024

Even with the first monthly decline in CPI since 2020, inflation remains stubborn, more so in some U.S. states than in others. The high cost of...

These are America's 10 most expensive states to live in for 2024

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