The smell of strong mothballs is coming from our neighbor’s property.
Dear Abby: A couple of elderly neighbors recently moved in next door, and they mentioned they believed insect repellents could keep ants away. That’s not the only issue, though. Whenever they open their garage door, an unpleasant smell wafts over, driving us back indoors, roughly 80 feet from their property. It makes it impossible to […]
Property tax surprise: Colorado homeowners may face increases of up to 40%
Tax Hikes Leave Colorado Homeowners Shocked Mike Fitts, a 76-year-old resident of Centennial, has owned his home since 2001. Two years ago, he paid $3,876.98 in property taxes to Arapahoe County. Recently, he discovered that his tax bill for 2026 had surged to $5,435.47, even after applying a $750 discount from the Senior Homestead Exemption. […]
Tax bill surprise: Colorado homeowners may face property tax increases of up to 40%
Rising Property Taxes in Colorado: Concerns for Homeowners Mike Fitts, a 76-year-old resident of Centennial, has owned his home since 2001. Two years ago, he paid nearly $3,900 in property taxes to Arapahoe County. Recently, he discovered through the county’s website that his tax bill for 2026 has risen to over $5,400. This amount already […]
Efforts in certain states to eliminate property taxes for homeowners
Tax Repeal Movement Gains Momentum ATLANTA — There’s a growing push among anti-tax activists for a dramatic change: a complete repeal of property taxes. With property values soaring in many areas, taxes have also climbed, but the idea of eliminating these taxes entirely could result in staggering losses for state budgets—potentially costing billions. It’s uncertain […]
Florida Judge Prohibits Church from Conducting Services on Its Strip Mall Property
Florida Church Challenges Court Ruling on Worship Services A church in Florida is contesting a court decision that prohibits it from holding in-person worship services. This case raises important questions about religious freedom and property rights. The conflict revolves around a property in a strip mall, which Pastor Roderick Palmer acquired in 2025 to establish […]
City supports radical anti-police organization while small property owners struggle.
Los Angeles has secretly allocated $1.4 million in taxpayer money to groups advocating for significant changes, including dismantling the Los Angeles Police Department, halting the 2028 Olympics, and pausing rent and mortgage payments, only to turn around and sue the city. Strategic Action for a Just Economy (SAJE) isn’t just an advocacy group; it’s a […]
Supreme Court reviews Hawaii gun law that mandates property owner approval
Supreme Court Considers Gun Rights vs. Property Rights On Tuesday, the Supreme Court’s conservative majority engaged in a vigorous discussion concerning a state law that mandates legal gun owners to gain permission from property owners before carrying firearms into public businesses, like shopping malls. The arguments highlighted the tension between property rights and gun rights, […]
NYC property owners may see tax increases as Mamdani’s promise of a rent freeze could drive prices up.
Rising costs aren’t showing any signs of slowing down. Homeowners and landlords in the city are preparing for increased property taxes as Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s promise of a “rent freeze” may lead to higher expenses for those not living in rent-controlled apartments. Property owners with government-regulated units are expressing concerns that if the mayor’s proposed […]
Buyer of Wyoming Pathfinder Ranches identified as Ensign Group CEO Christopher Robinson — property is bigger than Rhode Island and New York City
A ranch in Wyoming, which is four times larger than New York City and surpasses Rhode Island in size, has been purchased by a CEO and local political figure. The ranch, known as Pathfinder Ranch, spans an impressive 916,000 acres and was acquired by Christopher Robinson, CEO of Ensign Group LC, who also possesses an […]
Valencia County residents are dealing with persistent mistakes in property tax bills.
Valencia County residents are still grappling with incorrect property tax bills, which has led to a wave of frustration and confusion, despite the county’s attempts to rectify previous errors. Albert Chavez, a Los Lunas homeowner for over 20 years, found himself taken aback by a sudden and inaccurate increase in his property taxes last November. […]