Thursday, 09 May 2024

Reporter: D. Ong

San Jose Is Wealthiest City In Nation

'10 Worst States To Live in for Mental Health: Analysis

The study evaluated various factors, including the prevalence of mental health issues, the number of psychologists per 100,000 people, and the number of beds available at mental health facilities.

English Heritage Prepare The Former Home Of Charles Darwin Ahead Of The New Visitor Season

'How To Clean Walls Without Causing Damage

Thinking of cleaning your walls? Here's how to do it to minimize the risk of damaging the paint.

What's the best material for your kitchen countertop?

'5 Ways To Refresh and Reinvent Your Old Countertops

Are you looking for easy ways to refresh your lackluster kitchen and bathroom countertops? Here are five budget-friendly ideas.

EDITOR'S PICKS

'State Farm To Drop Policy Holders in These California Zip Codes

State Farm is dropping 72,000 insurance policies in California, including 30,000 property insurance and 42,000 apartment policies.

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'Hawaii Moves to Ban Short-Term Vacation Rentals Amid Homelessness Crisis

The possible ban on short-term rentals came after a wildfire in August 2023 razed through the town of Lahaina, destroying 4,000 housing units.

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'Home Prices in the US Could Jump Another 5% This Year: Report

The median price of homes in the US is currently at $412,095. A 5% jump could increase it to $432,699.

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'How To Keep Your Home Safe From Squatters

Squatting is on the rise across the country, making it all the more important for homeowners to know how to protect their property. Here are some tips.

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'5 Design Mistakes To Avoid When Decorating a Small Space

Are you planning on decorating a small space? Here are common pitfalls to avoid.

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'5 Ways To Refresh Your Outdoor Spaces Without Spending Thousands of Dollars

If you're planning on revamping your outdoor space, here are great ideas that won't require you to spend a fortune.

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'5 Best and Most Affordable Cities for First-Time Homebuyers: Zillow

Zillow defines a home as comfortably affordable when households spend less than 30% of their income on monthly mortgage or rental payments.

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'More Americans Are Skipping Meals and Medical Treatments To Afford Housing Payments: Report

A striking share of homeowners and renters are skipping essentials as housing increasingly becomes financially burdensome.

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'5 Easy Tips To Make Any New Home Cozy

Looking for ways to make your new home feel cozier? Here are five easy ideas!

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'When Should You Use Home Equity To Buy a Second Home?

Are you thinking of purchasing a second home soon? You should consider using home equity.

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'San Francisco Housing Nonprofit Misused Taxpayer Funds, Gave Bonuses to Staff - Report

A nonprofit in San Francisco allegedly paid out $200,000 in bonuses despite insufficient cash flow.

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'8 New Home Property Insurers To Enter Florida Market

The move is part of Florida's attempt to stabilize its home insurance market, which has seen rates soaring to nearly five times bigger than the national average.

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