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My Tenant Jumped Off The Balcony
I was able to buy a house because one of the tenants jumped off the balcony from the 2nd floor (probably about 25 ft). He was lucky to be alive. I have it on video if I can post it here. He was on drugs, he wasn’t contemplating jumping&h...
Good News: Fewer Veterans Without Homes Than Ever Before
In recent news, the United States has seen the lowest number of homeless veterans recorded, thanks to efforts from the Biden-Harris administration. This significant achievement was announced today by the US I...
How Much Does a Mortgage Cost Each Month After the Federal Reserve’s Interest Rate Cut in October 2025?
In October 2025, the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates, which had a noticeable effect on the housing market. Many people looking to buy homes or refinance their...
Spring Housing Market Update: Higher Interest Rates Meet a Shifting Market
The spring season usually marks the busiest time for buying and selling homes. However, this year is different. While some conditions are actually improving for buyers, a sudden jump in mortgage r...
Is Your Home Sitting on a Goldmine? How to Tap Into Home Equity Before the Market Shifts
Between grocery receipts, utility bills, and insurance premiums, it feels like everyday expenses are continuing to pinch household budgets in 2026. If you’re carrying high-intere...
Squatters Rights – New York Couple Facing a Nightmare
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, a New York City couple's long-awaited retirement plans have been sidelined by a stressful ordeal as they battle with a squatter who has taken over their dream home. As origina...
Major retailers are lowering prices (finally)
It could be a head fake but I am starting to think we are about to witness a pretty large move across financial markets, in general. Plus, yesterday, Home Depot announced that there were price reductions coming to many items...
Maybe We Do Have Kings Here After All
A few other bloggers have already used this infamous line, so I'm really stealing it here. But given the circumstances, it's so good and no other phrase can sum up what we've witnessed as a nation and electorate the past few w...
Good News for Homeowners Struggling with Mortgage Payments
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has good news for homeowners who are finding it hard to keep up with their mortgage payments. Through its Federal Housing Administration (FHA), HUD...
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