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Property taxes are not a punishment for homeownership. They are an essential investment in the community that makes homeownership worthwhile.Study eyed for Florida property tax changesExpect an economic impact study as a first step as discussions ramp up about the future of property taxes in Florida.Fox - 35 OrlandoGov. Ron DeSantis recently asked the disingenuously rhetorical question: “Do you ever own your own home?”It’s a provocative statement meant to stir resentment over property taxes as part of a larger pitch to either eliminate or drastically reduce them. But, while such...

Jennifer Bradley Franklin  |  Studio GannettDrew and Jonathan Scott are household names, known for their playful banter, attention to detail and commitment to quality on the home renovation projects they film for television shows such as "Property Brothers," "Celebrity IOU" and "Brother vs. Brother." The 47-year-old identical twins — Jonathan, a licensed contractor, and Drew, a real estate agent — didn’t set out to become the most famous siblings in the home improvement industry. Still, they have embraced the journey and sit at the helm of what could easily be...

Mortgage preapproval first-time homebuyersIf you’re a first-time homebuyer, here’s how to get a mortgage preapproved.Starting earlier this month, any property listing that was publicly marketed to consumers but not listed on the local MLS within one business day no longer appears on Zillow.This step is in line with the National Association of Realtors' Clear Cooperation Policy, which aims to prevent exclusive real estate listings and increase fairness among buyers.Corrections & Clarifications: The headline on an earlier version of this story gave the wrong timing. The listing changes will happen later...

Retiring in your 30s is far from simple, but Jeff White and Suleyka Bolaños did it by simplifying.They had a clear goal — early retirement in 10 years — and a clear plan: add one rental property a year to their portfolio. And they committed to one strategy: house hacking. By renting out parts of the houses they lived in, they could offset their housing costs and free up extra savings."All we wanted was one deal a year — it wasn't like we were looking for 10 — so it...

PHOENIX – A Utah-based real estate investment firm recently bought a Sedona resort, according to a Wednesday announcement. Dynamic City Capital recently purchased The Wilde Resort and Spa, a 4-star hotel located just off the Arizona 89A highway in Sedona. It’s the company’s first luxury spa resort acquisition. What’s unique about The Wilde Resort and Spa in Sedona? The resort features 137 rooms and suites as well as a full-service spa. Those visiting The Wilde Resort and Spa also have access to various wellness programs, including yoga, sound healing and...

Since 2017, Jeff White and Suleyka Bolaños have moved homes once a year.They've shared walls with neighbors in duplexes and triplexes, and shared common spaces with roommates in single-family homes. They've lived in a basement unit and a tiny home.The moving process is now "a one-day thing," Bolaños told Business Insider. They pared down their belongings to the point where, "when we would move, we just basically pack up our room."White and Bolaños own each of the homes they've lived in. They're using a strategy known as house hacking, in...

Fast-growing fruit trees for your backyard harvestHere are five fast-growing fruit trees you can plant in your backyard for a quicker harvest.unbranded - LifestyleRates for home loans remained high as consumer and investor confidence take a hit amid the White House's tariff rollout.In the week ending April 24, 30-year fixed-rate mortgages averaged 6.81%, Freddie Mac announced. That’s down fractionally from 6.83% last week, which saw the biggest one-week jump since last August.Those figures don’t include fees or points, and rates in some parts of the country may be higher or lower than the...

A proposal to lift the current 1% cap on property tax growth to as much as 3% has been shelved. According to The Washington State Standard, Democrats abandoned efforts to advance the plan because they lack a three-corners agreement—meaning the Democratic leadership of the House, Senate, and Washington Governor Bob Ferguson are not all on board. Ferguson said shelving the property tax plan was the right decision. “We have to look at a lot of revenue sources, and I think we need to minimize the impacts on working people in...

Seattle named 9th most expensive city in U.S.According to a report from Oxford Economics, it takes a household income of $200,000 to afford a new home in Seattle, including property taxes and insurance costs.Fox - SeattleIllinois has the second-highest property tax rate in the country with Connecticut coming in third place.Property taxes are a thorn in the side of homeowners. While many of us wish we didn't have to pay them, we don't have a choice. Just how much you pay depends on where you live, as taxes fluctuate from...