Protecting your home or rental comes with various options. From home insurance to security alarm systems and home warranties, each offers unique benefits and drawbacks. Home insurance is often required by lenders and security systems can be costly and challenging to install. However, home warranties provide a straightforward, reliable, and cost-effective solution. Understanding Home Warranties […]
Private Home Sales and Property Taxes In several states across the U.S., sale prices for private home sales remain confidential. These nondisclosure states may enable owners to secure lower property tax bills by withholding crucial information on sale prices. “Property taxes are typically imposed by reference to a property’s assessed value,” noted Assaf Harpaz, Assistant […]
Groundbreaking and Construction Progress The new BJ’s Wholesale Club in Portage has seen construction underway, with a ceremonial groundbreaking held recently. This 100,000-square-foot store will soon employ between 100 and 150 people in both full-time and part-time roles, according to company spokesperson Ryan Carney. Why Portage? A Growing Community Founded over 40 years ago in […]
A new California state law promotes denser housing near major transit stops starting in July. The Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act, also known as Senate Bill 79, aims to generate over 1 million new housing units in the state’s urban centers. This law mandates cities approve taller apartment and condominium complexes near rail […]
Finding low mortgage interest rates is becoming a challenge for borrowers. Recent fluctuations highlight the importance of monitoring the market closely. Historical data shows that in January 2025, the average rate on a 30-year mortgage was 7.04%. This decreased to 6.06% by January 15, 2026, with some qualified borrowers finding rates below 6%. On March […]
Brian Gorman, at age 14, earned nearly double the federal minimum wage by working as a bagger. Soon, he added a second job teaching guitar. By 1994, with savings accumulated from multiple jobs, Gorman realized he had enough for a significant home down payment. Unlike younger generations, Gorman and his peers found homeownership more attainable […]
Mortgage interest rates have shown a slight decline at the beginning of June, offering some hope to prospective homebuyers. Although rates dipped below 6% several times recently, they climbed consistently by late May. On May 21, the average rate for a 30-year mortgage was 6.62%. Currently, it averages 6.49%, which is a minor improvement. While […]
Address: 363 E. Wacker Drive, No. 3608, ChicagoPrice: $2,900,000Listed: May 5, 2026 This exquisite condo, situated in The Residences at The St. Regis Chicago, offers an opulent living experience in the heart of the Loop. The unit features three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms, embracing a northeastern corner location. Interior Highlights The condo boasts an open-concept […]
When authorities set a ‘reasonable’ rent increase, they don’t only limit landlords’ decisions. They also establish a standard practice across the board. On June 3, 2026, at 1:54 p.m. EDT, people were seen walking past an apartment building in New York City’s East Village, captured in a photograph by Spencer Platt from Getty Images. The […]
Experts Weigh In on the Housing Market’s Future Several factors make a significant housing market crash in 2026 unlikely. Economists point towards the stability in lending practices and a healthy demand for homes as primary reasons. With stricter lending standards, the market is currently not over-leveraged, unlike past crises. Another key aspect is the demographic […]