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Los Angeles
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Some Insurers Pledge to Ease Burden on L.A. Fire Victims, but Others Say No

Many California insurers will pay 75% of contents coverage for wildfire victims without itemizing losses, but major player State Farm declined to comply.
LA real estate
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

California insurance regulators approve State Farm's request for massive homeowner rate hike

State Farm received provisional approval for significant homeowner rate hikes due to estimated losses from Los Angeles wildfires.
SF parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

After Colorado Wildfires, Two Families Saw Different Insurance Outcomes

Insurance claims following disasters can vary greatly between individuals, affecting recovery and rebuilding efforts.
London startup
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Disasters spur investment in flood and fire risk tech

Climate change increases flood risk, impacting homeowners' safety and peace of mind. Individuals need to better assess and understand these risks.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Lawsuit seeks to halt California's homeowner-funded FAIR Plan insurance bailout

Consumer advocates are challenging a bailout plan for California's FAIR Plan insurance program, arguing it unfairly shifts costs to homeowners.
Los Angeles
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Some Insurers Pledge to Ease Burden on L.A. Fire Victims, but Others Say No

Many California insurers will pay 75% of contents coverage for wildfire victims without itemizing losses, but major player State Farm declined to comply.
LA real estate
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

California insurance regulators approve State Farm's request for massive homeowner rate hike

State Farm received provisional approval for significant homeowner rate hikes due to estimated losses from Los Angeles wildfires.
SF parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

After Colorado Wildfires, Two Families Saw Different Insurance Outcomes

Insurance claims following disasters can vary greatly between individuals, affecting recovery and rebuilding efforts.
London startup
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Disasters spur investment in flood and fire risk tech

Climate change increases flood risk, impacting homeowners' safety and peace of mind. Individuals need to better assess and understand these risks.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Lawsuit seeks to halt California's homeowner-funded FAIR Plan insurance bailout

Consumer advocates are challenging a bailout plan for California's FAIR Plan insurance program, arguing it unfairly shifts costs to homeowners.
more#insurance
NYC real estate
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

'It's been a lifeline for me' - meet the people making extra, tax-free cash by renting out rooms in their homes

Renting out spare bedrooms can generate extra income and address housing shortages.
#renewable-energy
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Environment

6 Hidden Challenges of Powering Your Home With Renewable Energy | HackerNoon

Transitioning to renewable energy presents challenges, including high initial costs and weather dependency, despite benefits for the planet and homeowner savings.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
Business

Homeowners are getting paid up to $10,500 a year to create 'virtual power plants' to help out stressed grids

Homeowners can leverage renewable energy for grid support and earn payments through virtual power plants, especially during peak demand.
fromBrownstoner
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Solar Incentives in 2025: A Perfect Storm of Policy Changes

2025 could be crucial for residential solar energy due to impending changes in federal and state incentives.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Environment

6 Hidden Challenges of Powering Your Home With Renewable Energy | HackerNoon

Transitioning to renewable energy presents challenges, including high initial costs and weather dependency, despite benefits for the planet and homeowner savings.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
Business

Homeowners are getting paid up to $10,500 a year to create 'virtual power plants' to help out stressed grids

Homeowners can leverage renewable energy for grid support and earn payments through virtual power plants, especially during peak demand.
fromBrownstoner
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Solar Incentives in 2025: A Perfect Storm of Policy Changes

2025 could be crucial for residential solar energy due to impending changes in federal and state incentives.
more#renewable-energy
#wildfires
LA real estate
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

2 California wildfire victims explain why they wouldn't rebuild again

Rebuilding homes after the Woolsey fire is a complex, costly, and emotionally taxing process, with many homeowners unprepared for its challenges.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

California Wildfires Threaten Insurers Already Teetering From Climate Shocks

The wildfires near Los Angeles could significantly impact California's already strained insurance market.
LA real estate
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

2 California wildfire victims explain why they wouldn't rebuild again

Rebuilding homes after the Woolsey fire is a complex, costly, and emotionally taxing process, with many homeowners unprepared for its challenges.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

California Wildfires Threaten Insurers Already Teetering From Climate Shocks

The wildfires near Los Angeles could significantly impact California's already strained insurance market.
more#wildfires
Renovation
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Ask the remodeler: Heat pump has become a noisy neighbor

Low-frequency noises from heat pumps can disturb nearby homes.
Vibration-dampening pads may help reduce sound transmission.
Sound-deadening insulation can be added to a roof built over the units.
#property-tax
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Real estate

Blow to Government plan as homeowners planning to build garden log cabins may face extra property tax bill

Building log cabins may incur a second property tax for homeowners.
Revenue will assess each case individually for tax implications.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Boston

City Council passes Wu's tax proposal for third time

Boston City Council's new property tax plan aims to lessen homeowners' tax burden by shifting it to commercial real estate.
fromAustin Monitor
4 months ago
Austin

After a decline last year, Travis County homeowners should expect a return to rising property taxes - Austin Monitor

Austin-area homeowners can expect an average property tax increase of $1,123 this year—an 11% rise, the largest since 2014.
Real estate
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Blow to Government plan as homeowners planning to build garden log cabins may face extra property tax bill

Building log cabins may incur a second property tax for homeowners.
Revenue will assess each case individually for tax implications.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Boston

City Council passes Wu's tax proposal for third time

Boston City Council's new property tax plan aims to lessen homeowners' tax burden by shifting it to commercial real estate.
fromAustin Monitor
4 months ago
Austin

After a decline last year, Travis County homeowners should expect a return to rising property taxes - Austin Monitor

Austin-area homeowners can expect an average property tax increase of $1,123 this year—an 11% rise, the largest since 2014.
more#property-tax
#home-insurance
Miami
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Florida Insurers Have Paid Just Half of Claims From Hurricanes Milton and Helene-Home Insurance CEO Explains Why

Florida home insurance claims from Hurricanes Milton and Helene reveal only half paid, but context of claim closures matters.
fromSFGATE
5 months ago
SF real estate

Home Insurance: Is a Large Deductible With Lower Premiums Better Than a Small Deductible With Higher Premiums?

Homeowners should carefully consider deductibles and premiums when choosing insurance, with factors like location impacting the decision.
Miami
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Florida Insurers Have Paid Just Half of Claims From Hurricanes Milton and Helene-Home Insurance CEO Explains Why

Florida home insurance claims from Hurricanes Milton and Helene reveal only half paid, but context of claim closures matters.
fromSFGATE
5 months ago
SF real estate

Home Insurance: Is a Large Deductible With Lower Premiums Better Than a Small Deductible With Higher Premiums?

Homeowners should carefully consider deductibles and premiums when choosing insurance, with factors like location impacting the decision.
more#home-insurance
#tax-deductions
fromSFGATE
2 months ago
Business

Your Recent Mortgage Statement Holds the Secret to a Big Tax Bonus This Year

Homeowners can reduce their taxable income by using Form 1098 for mortgage interest deductions.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago
Business

Where's My Refund? Here's When Homeowners Can Expect Their Money Back From Property Taxes

Understanding the difference between standard and itemized deductions can significantly impact tax savings for homeowners.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago
Business

Your Recent Mortgage Statement Holds the Secret to a Big Tax Bonus This Year

Homeowners can reduce their taxable income by using Form 1098 for mortgage interest deductions.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago
Business

Where's My Refund? Here's When Homeowners Can Expect Their Money Back From Property Taxes

Understanding the difference between standard and itemized deductions can significantly impact tax savings for homeowners.
more#tax-deductions
#renters
fromSFGATE
7 months ago
SF real estate

Rent Burden by City: Where Residents Spend the Highest Share of Income on Rent

Typical renters spent 31% of their income on rent, highlighting a significant affordability issue compared to homeowners.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

How to Hang Anything on Your Wall

The article focuses on empowering readers to tackle home-improvement projects themselves, emphasizing skill acquisition and confidence building.
fromSFGATE
7 months ago
SF real estate

Rent Burden by City: Where Residents Spend the Highest Share of Income on Rent

Typical renters spent 31% of their income on rent, highlighting a significant affordability issue compared to homeowners.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

How to Hang Anything on Your Wall

The article focuses on empowering readers to tackle home-improvement projects themselves, emphasizing skill acquisition and confidence building.
more#renters
#refinancing
fromSFGATE
6 months ago
Business

Is Now the Right Time To Refinance? What You Need To Know Before Applying

Mortgage interest rates are falling, prompting many homeowners to consider refinancing, but they should weigh costs and actual benefits carefully.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago
Real estate

Cash-out refi customers largely used proceeds to pay down debt

Student loan balances were less affected by refinancing, declining gradually rather than sharply unlike credit card and auto loan balances.
fromSFGATE
6 months ago
Business

Is Now the Right Time To Refinance? What You Need To Know Before Applying

Mortgage interest rates are falling, prompting many homeowners to consider refinancing, but they should weigh costs and actual benefits carefully.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago
Real estate

Cash-out refi customers largely used proceeds to pay down debt

Student loan balances were less affected by refinancing, declining gradually rather than sharply unlike credit card and auto loan balances.
more#refinancing
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

After the fire, the insurance battles: LA victims' ordeal may just be beginning

Homeowners affected by California fires face a tough fight with insurance companies over claims, amid rising economic damage estimates.
Los Angeles
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Insurers dropped fire coverage for California homes months ago. Now, wildfires are claiming more houses in Los Angeles.

Insurers in California are reducing coverage due to escalating wildfire risks, leaving homeowners vulnerable to rebuilding without insurance.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Home decor: Why you should hire a holiday lights professional

Hiring professionals for holiday light installation reduces risks of injuries and electrical issues, as many homeowners struggle with tangled lights and circuit overloads.
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Homeowner's guide to 2024 ballot measures - including one state that could eliminate property taxes

Homeowners should weigh the implications of property tax ballot measures, considering both potential savings and the benefits of public services funded by those taxes.
fromThe Good Life France
5 months ago
France politics

Holiday home and property management in France - The Good Life France

Les Bons Voisins offers peace of mind by managing holiday homes in France, ensuring property maintenance is handled efficiently when owners are away.
fromApartment Therapy
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

7 Classic Haunted House Signs You've Been Wrong About All Along

Homeowners often mistake maintenance issues for ghostly occurrences, with 60% suspecting their homes are haunted.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
Business

22 cities where homebuyers and owners will benefit most as interest rates tumble

Home affordability has improved due to declining mortgage rates, encouraging both buyers and owners to reengage with the market.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
6 months ago

Half of Homeowners 'Set and Forget' Their Home Insurance-Despite 'Record-Breaking' Year of Extreme Weather

Hurricane Helene highlights the risks of complacency among homeowners regarding insurance coverage, as many are underinsured despite increasing extreme weather events.
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