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Alleged intruder armed with 3-foot wooden stake throws rock at homeowner’s face. But victim has more lethal weapon on hand.

Earlier this week, an intruder armed with a three-foot-tall wooden stake hurled a rock at a Southern California homeowner’s face while trying to break into the home, police said. He told KUSI-TV. However, the homeowner grabbed a gun and fired three shots at the alleged intruder, hitting him at least once in the chest, the […]

Allstate reportedly wants to raise California homeowners rates by 34%

“Mansion Global” host Katrina Campins breaks down the housing market amid growing concerns about rising home prices on “The Big Money Show.” Allstate, one of California’s largest insurers, wants to raise homeowners premiums by an average of 34%, which could be the biggest increase this year. If approved by the state Insurance Department, the rate […]

Seattle voters to decide fate of $1.55B transportation levy that would cost median homeowners $546 a year

(The Center Square) – Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has approved a $1.55 billion transportation tax, setting up voters to make a final decision this November on the largest tax proposal in city history. If the tax is approved, it will generate funds. The funds will go towards other transportation needs, such as building sidewalks, resurfacing […]

Homeowners have $17T in equity, but they aren’t refinancing. Here’s why

David Bahnsen, founder and CIO of Bahnsen Group, is examining the real estate market as young homebuyers struggle with the ongoing housing crisis. American homeowners own a record $17 trillion in wealth, Rising mortgage rates The economic downturn over the past two years has left many banks unable to access their own capital for refinancing. […]

Florida’s state-created property insurance company voted to raise homeowners insurance rates by 14%

If approved, the proposed increases would take effect in early 2025. (iStock ) More bad news is on the way for Florida homeowners. Not only are insurance companies leaving the state, but Florida’s state-created Citizens Property Insurance is also We just voted to raise interest rates by 14%. Across the state. The insurance company’s board […]

Fla. homeowners fight squatters with new law that ends ‘scam’ and ‘punishes criminals’

A new bill that gives state law enforcement more power to remove squatters and increases criminal penalties for violators took effect Monday, potentially giving Florida homeowners a way to protect their property while avoiding lengthy court proceedings. In a video posted to X, Gov. Ron DeSantis said the state will “put an end to this […]

Florida homeowners fight squatters with new law that ends ‘scam,’ governor says

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Homeowners and renters struggling to afford the high cost of housing: survey

Recent surveys suggest that renters and homeowners alike are feeling the strain of rising housing costs. (iStock) Rising housing costs are forcing renters and homeowners to make tough decisions, according to a recent national survey. investigation. As a result of rising housing costs, 20% of renters and 8% of homeowners say they’ve had to relocate […]

Top 10 cities where renters pay more than homeowners – and where they pay less

In California cities, it often costs more to buy than to rent, and in Florida cities, it often costs more to buy than to rent. (iStock) Mortgage and rental costs vary across the country, with some areas paying astronomical rents while others face high monthly mortgage payments. For example, in some Bay Area cities, owning […]

These states, like Florida and Georgia have passed bills taking rights away from squatters and giving them back to homeowners