Where are property taxes highest and lowest? Analysis of cities and states
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
Westminster Mall transformation to feature 2,250 homes, new hotel
Discover the plans for Bolsa Pacific, the 83-acre redevelopment replacing Westminster Mall with 2,250 homes, a hotel, and 15 acres of open space.
Discover the plans for Bolsa Pacific, the 83-acre redevelopment replacing Westminster Mall with 2,250 homes, a hotel, and 15 acres of open space.
Mark Zuckerberg becomes latest California billionaire to relocate to Florida amid tax concerns
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly relocating from California to Florida, acquiring a $150 million mansion in Miami’s "Billionaire Bunker" amid a proposed 5% California wealth tax.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly relocating from California to Florida, acquiring a $150 million mansion in Miami’s "Billionaire Bunker" amid a proposed 5% California wealth tax.
This California first-time homebuyer program offers up to $150,000 in down payment assistance
CA HOMEBUYER ASSISTANCE: The program is available for California residents who meet a series of requirements, including income limits that vary by county. Here's what to know.
CA HOMEBUYER ASSISTANCE: The program is available for California residents who meet a series of requirements, including income limits that vary by county. Here's what to know.
Homeowners in these states may soon stop paying property taxes
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
Rising property tax bills and strong state revenues are prompting lawmakers in several states to consider cutting or eliminating property taxes.
Every state's median household income has increased since 1970 – except one
Is your state better off than it was 50 years ago? U.S. incomes are up since 1970, but not everywhere. A new report shows which states gained the most.
Is your state better off than it was 50 years ago? U.S. incomes are up since 1970, but not everywhere. A new report shows which states gained the most.
Co-buying is rewriting homeownership, and romance is no longer required
Co-buying is rewriting homeownership, and romance is no longer required. Here's a look at the growing homebuying trend.
Co-buying is rewriting homeownership, and romance is no longer required. Here's a look at the growing homebuying trend.
Gene Hackman's $6.25M New Mexico estate hits market one year after tragic discovery
The longtime New Mexico compound of the late Gene Hackman is being listed for $6.25 million, featuring a 13,000-square-foot main residence, guest house, and 53 acres of private wooded land.
The longtime New Mexico compound of the late Gene Hackman is being listed for $6.25 million, featuring a 13,000-square-foot main residence, guest house, and 53 acres of private wooded land.
Hassett reveals Trump housing plan would let Americans tap 401(k)s for down payments
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
White House Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett teased a new way Americans may tap their 401(k)s to make a down payment on a house.
Escrow payments rising nationwide with homeownership less attainable
Rising escrow payments are eating into Americans' budgets. Insurance premiums are driving costs up in several states, with 8% nationwide increase projected for 2026.
Rising escrow payments are eating into Americans' budgets. Insurance premiums are driving costs up in several states, with 8% nationwide increase projected for 2026.
California exodus: People relocated to these states the most in 2025
California continues to see more residents leaving than any other state, while Texas and Florida remain the top destinations for one-way moving traffic, according to the latest U-Haul Growth Index.
California continues to see more residents leaving than any other state, while Texas and Florida remain the top destinations for one-way moving traffic, according to the latest U-Haul Growth Index.
Home prices are falling fastest in these California metros
From Austin to San Diego, home prices are finally cooling off—these are the the top 5 cities where buyers are finally getting some leverage.
From Austin to San Diego, home prices are finally cooling off—these are the the top 5 cities where buyers are finally getting some leverage.
These are the best cities for first-time homebuyers in 2026
A new study is listing the best markets for first-time homebuyers based on factors including affordability, availability, amenities and economic health.
A new study is listing the best markets for first-time homebuyers based on factors including affordability, availability, amenities and economic health.
January is the cheapest month to buy a home; here's how much you could save
January may be the best time to buy a home, according to a study. Here’s why and how much buyers could save.
January may be the best time to buy a home, according to a study. Here’s why and how much buyers could save.
Mickey Rourke blasts 'embarrassing' GoFundMe fundraiser to help him pay his rent
Mickey Rourke has publicly denounced an unauthorized GoFundMe launched by his management team, calling the effort to pay his $60,000 back rent "embarrassing" and "humiliating."
Mickey Rourke has publicly denounced an unauthorized GoFundMe launched by his management team, calling the effort to pay his $60,000 back rent "embarrassing" and "humiliating."
Saving for a down payment still a barrier for people looking to buy a home, Realtor.com says
An analysis by Realtor.com is forecasting homeownership in 2026 to be more affordable as mortgage rates decline. But saving for a down payment is still a barrier for many people looking to buy a home.
An analysis by Realtor.com is forecasting homeownership in 2026 to be more affordable as mortgage rates decline. But saving for a down payment is still a barrier for many people looking to buy a home.
Mickey Rourke faces eviction over $59K unpaid rent debt from Los Angeles bungalow property
The three-bedroom home, built in 1926, is nearby the LA County Museum of Art and the Los Angeles Farmer’s Market.
The three-bedroom home, built in 1926, is nearby the LA County Museum of Art and the Los Angeles Farmer’s Market.
New California laws in 2026 include plastic bag ban, food delivery refunds -- see the full list
Hundreds of new laws were approved this year in California, and many of them will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
Hundreds of new laws were approved this year in California, and many of them will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
New laws going into effect in California in 2026
Some of the laws address immigration, crime, consumer protections, and education.
Some of the laws address immigration, crime, consumer protections, and education.
These new California laws go into effect in 2026
The new laws signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom address issues that continue to impact Californians such as consumer protections, labor and workplace rights, education, and immigration.
The new laws signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom address issues that continue to impact Californians such as consumer protections, labor and workplace rights, education, and immigration.