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Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

My mortgage payment is eating most of my paycheck - here's what Dave Ramsey told me to do

Selling a home is essential if housing costs exceed 30% of income, particularly if surpassing 50% threatens financial stability.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Retirement

How To Budget for Owning a Home in Retirement-Before Costs Get Out of Hand

Rising housing costs challenge retirees' budgets, making careful financial planning essential for homeownership during retirement.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago
Real estate

Nearly half of retirees worry they'll outlive their savings, while 25% are burdened by housing costs

Many retirees are deeply concerned about outliving their savings, with anxiety affecting their perceived quality of life.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

My mortgage payment is eating most of my paycheck - here's what Dave Ramsey told me to do

Selling a home is essential if housing costs exceed 30% of income, particularly if surpassing 50% threatens financial stability.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Retirement

How To Budget for Owning a Home in Retirement-Before Costs Get Out of Hand

Rising housing costs challenge retirees' budgets, making careful financial planning essential for homeownership during retirement.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago
Real estate

Nearly half of retirees worry they'll outlive their savings, while 25% are burdened by housing costs

Many retirees are deeply concerned about outliving their savings, with anxiety affecting their perceived quality of life.
more#retirement-planning
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

A boomer struggled on $1,764 monthly in Social Security until she moved into a trailer to work at America's parks: 'It literally saved me'

Lisa Williams found a new life through work camping in national and state parks after facing housing insecurity.
#california
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago
California

How Californians spend so much more than fellow Americans

Californians earn more but spend differently than the national average, especially on housing.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago
California

Sunny but expensive: Thousands more workers left California than arrived during a stretch last year. Here's where they went.

California is losing workers to states with lower living costs, primarily due to high housing costs and the inability to attract and retain talent.
fromSacramento Bee
9 months ago
California

How much money do you need to make to afford rent in California? What new study says

California has the highest housing costs in the country, with residents needing high hourly wages to afford rent.
fromThe Mercury News
6 months ago
California

56% of California renters slammed by housing costs vs. 35% of homeowners

Over half of California tenants pay 30% or more of their income for housing, exposing a significant financial burden.
California renters particularly face mounting housing costs, being the state with the highest number of burdened households.
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

How much does it cost to live in California? This age group pays the most for food, housing

Generation X faces the highest cost of living in California, averaging $62,591 monthly, primarily driven by housing and healthcare expenses.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago

Sunny but expensive: Thousands more workers left California than arrived during a stretch last year. Here's where they went.

California is losing workers to states with lower living costs, primarily due to high housing costs and the inability to attract and retain talent.
fromSacramento Bee
9 months ago
California

How much money do you need to make to afford rent in California? What new study says

California has the highest housing costs in the country, with residents needing high hourly wages to afford rent.
fromThe Mercury News
6 months ago
California

56% of California renters slammed by housing costs vs. 35% of homeowners

Over half of California tenants pay 30% or more of their income for housing, exposing a significant financial burden.
California renters particularly face mounting housing costs, being the state with the highest number of burdened households.
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

How much does it cost to live in California? This age group pays the most for food, housing

Generation X faces the highest cost of living in California, averaging $62,591 monthly, primarily driven by housing and healthcare expenses.
more#california
Retirement
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I feel trapped': how home ownership has become a nightmare for many Americans

Many homeowners in the U.S. are struggling financially due to rising ownership costs and unexpected expenses.
#housing-market
from24/7 Wall St.
8 months ago
Business

Get a Good House for Dirt Cheap Prices in These Towns

Macon County, Illinois and Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania have the most affordable housing markets, with Hawaii and Idaho showing significant burdens on annual wages for housing.
from24/7 Wall St.
8 months ago
Business

Get a Good House for Dirt Cheap Prices in These Towns

Macon County, Illinois and Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania have the most affordable housing markets, with Hawaii and Idaho showing significant burdens on annual wages for housing.
more#housing-market
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Two reports say Mass. is one of the most-moved-from states, but that's not the full story

Massachusetts' population growth is largely driven by international immigration despite residents leaving for more affordable areas.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

I just bought a house and I'm considering easing up on my retirement savings - is this a bad idea?

Temporary reductions in retirement savings for home expenses may be acceptable.
Keep housing costs manageable to avoid long-term financial pressure.
Maximize employer 401(k) matches regardless of savings adjustments.
fromSun Sentinel
3 months ago
Miami

Florida senator wants to ease reserve cost burden for owners of low-rise condos away from ocean

Skyrocketing condo maintenance fees due to new reserve funding law are burdening residents, especially those on fixed incomes.
#retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Suze Orman Reveals Hidden Danger of Renting in Retirement - 'Make Sure You Are Not Blind to One Risk'

Renting is becoming increasingly popular among older Americans, with 1 in 5 renting to avoid maintenance costs.
Rent inflation poses a hidden risk for older renters considering long-term stability.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Digital life

The Silent Retirement Killer Draining Baby Boomer Savings

Rising housing costs severely impact baby boomers' retirement security.
Many baby boomers may need to downsize or return to work due to financial strain.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
New York City

A boomer who couldn't afford retirement in the US moved to Ecuador and said she's living an 'upscale life on a modest budget'

Gretchen and Robert moved to Ecuador for affordable healthcare and housing, allowing them to retire comfortably on $3,000 a month.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Suze Orman Reveals Hidden Danger of Renting in Retirement - 'Make Sure You Are Not Blind to One Risk'

Renting is becoming increasingly popular among older Americans, with 1 in 5 renting to avoid maintenance costs.
Rent inflation poses a hidden risk for older renters considering long-term stability.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Digital life

The Silent Retirement Killer Draining Baby Boomer Savings

Rising housing costs severely impact baby boomers' retirement security.
Many baby boomers may need to downsize or return to work due to financial strain.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
New York City

A boomer who couldn't afford retirement in the US moved to Ecuador and said she's living an 'upscale life on a modest budget'

Gretchen and Robert moved to Ecuador for affordable healthcare and housing, allowing them to retire comfortably on $3,000 a month.
more#retirement
#cost-of-living
fromMiami Herald
11 months ago
Business

What's more expensive in Miami? Here's how inflation has changed the cost of living

South Florida has the highest inflation rate compared to major U.S. metro areas.
fromMiami Herald
11 months ago
Business

What's more expensive in Miami? Here's how inflation has changed the cost of living

South Florida has the highest inflation rate compared to major U.S. metro areas.
more#cost-of-living
#affordability
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Business

Best US cities for renters as minimum wages rise and cost of housing falls

Rents across the US declined in November, providing relief to renters, especially minimum wage earners, amid ongoing affordability challenges.
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.
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago
SF politics

Tim Walz is a YIMBY. He's supported a ton of new housing that's kept rents down in Minnesota.

Housing costs and affordability are top concerns for American voters. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, known for boosting housing supply, is seen positively by pro-housing advocates.
fromMiami Herald
6 months ago
Miami

Miami Herald adds economic mobility reporter through support from 15 local contributors

South Florida's high housing costs hinder home ownership and economic mobility for many residents.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Business

Best US cities for renters as minimum wages rise and cost of housing falls

Rents across the US declined in November, providing relief to renters, especially minimum wage earners, amid ongoing affordability challenges.
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.
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago
SF politics

Tim Walz is a YIMBY. He's supported a ton of new housing that's kept rents down in Minnesota.

Housing costs and affordability are top concerns for American voters. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, known for boosting housing supply, is seen positively by pro-housing advocates.
fromMiami Herald
6 months ago
Miami

Miami Herald adds economic mobility reporter through support from 15 local contributors

South Florida's high housing costs hinder home ownership and economic mobility for many residents.
more#affordability
#inflation
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

It's not the economy stupid, that could deliver a win for Kamala Harris

US households are experiencing significant inflationary pressures across multiple essential living costs, leading to a strong desire for change in political leadership.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 months ago
Business

US inflation slows in July, clearing way for a cut in interest rates

Inflation is easing, reaching its lowest level in over three years, potentially impacting Federal Reserve interest rates.
fromBusiness Insider
9 months ago
Business

Wages have outpaced inflation since 2020 but many consumers still feel burdened by prices

Wages in the US have outpaced inflation since 2020, providing positive real wage growth for American workers.
fromSFGATE
4 months ago
Business

Inflation Ticks Up to 2.7% but Fed Still Expected To Continue Rate Cuts

The U.S. annual inflation rate increased to 2.7% in November, prompting expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts despite persistent inflation concerns.
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 months ago
Business

Trump tariffs would result in homebuilder price increases

Trump's trade policies could lead to increased housing costs and inflation, hindering affordability.
Proposed tariffs may substantially affect the U.S. economy and housing market.
fromwww.ocregister.com
7 months ago
Business

Housing cost slowdown to run into 2025, San Francisco Fed suggests

Housing costs, the largest contributor to US inflation, are projected to ease, returning to pre-pandemic levels by 2025.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

It's not the economy stupid, that could deliver a win for Kamala Harris

US households are experiencing significant inflationary pressures across multiple essential living costs, leading to a strong desire for change in political leadership.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 months ago
Business

US inflation slows in July, clearing way for a cut in interest rates

Inflation is easing, reaching its lowest level in over three years, potentially impacting Federal Reserve interest rates.
fromBusiness Insider
9 months ago
Business

Wages have outpaced inflation since 2020 but many consumers still feel burdened by prices

Wages in the US have outpaced inflation since 2020, providing positive real wage growth for American workers.
fromSFGATE
4 months ago
Business

Inflation Ticks Up to 2.7% but Fed Still Expected To Continue Rate Cuts

The U.S. annual inflation rate increased to 2.7% in November, prompting expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts despite persistent inflation concerns.
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 months ago
Business

Trump tariffs would result in homebuilder price increases

Trump's trade policies could lead to increased housing costs and inflation, hindering affordability.
Proposed tariffs may substantially affect the U.S. economy and housing market.
fromwww.ocregister.com
7 months ago
Business

Housing cost slowdown to run into 2025, San Francisco Fed suggests

Housing costs, the largest contributor to US inflation, are projected to ease, returning to pre-pandemic levels by 2025.
more#inflation
Miscellaneous
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago

Landlords are using AI to raise rents - and California cities are leading the pushback

Landlords using a single company's software to set rent prices is seen as an unlawful scheme inflating housing costs.
fromAustin Monitor
4 months ago
Austin

Local housing, child care costs remain high as analysts expect strong economy overall - Austin Monitor

Local leaders in Austin are concerned about housing costs, child care, and wages as key issues entering 2025.
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 months ago
Real estate

Title insurers look to shed their junk fee' image under Trump

The title insurance industry is facing challenges due to regulatory changes and perceptions framed as junk fees, causing calls for recognition of its importance.
Business
fromShopify
5 months ago

How Much Does the Average Person Spend per Year? (2023) - Shopify

Understanding consumer spending patterns is crucial for businesses targeting the US market.
Consumer spending in the US increased significantly from 2020 to 2022, outpacing income growth.
fromPortlandTribune.com
5 months ago
SF politics

Portland voters passing 4 of 5 city ballot measures

Portland voters are largely favoring measures promoting environmental initiatives, while Measure 26-253 faces defeat due to housing cost concerns.
#remote-work
fromMiami Herald
6 months ago
Remote teams

Can remote workers reverse brain drain?

Tulsa's innovative strategy in attracting remote workers has revitalized the city and boosted its economy by turning brain drain into brain gain.
fromwww.cnbc.com
7 months ago
Remote teams

7 places across the U.S. that will pay you thousands of dollars to move there

Remote work enables job seekers to consider living in more affordable areas outside major cities.
fromMiami Herald
6 months ago
Remote teams

Can remote workers reverse brain drain?

Tulsa's innovative strategy in attracting remote workers has revitalized the city and boosted its economy by turning brain drain into brain gain.
fromwww.cnbc.com
7 months ago
Remote teams

7 places across the U.S. that will pay you thousands of dollars to move there

Remote work enables job seekers to consider living in more affordable areas outside major cities.
more#remote-work
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
East Bay (California)

Opinion: Proposition 5 would turbo-charge tax hikes, increase local debt

Proposition 5 threatens to raise property taxes and revert to pre-Proposition 13 conditions, endangering homeowners' finances.
fromThe Mercury News
7 months ago
California

18% of California households enjoy mortgage-free living

Only 18% of California households are mortgage-free, far below the national average of 26%.
SF real estate
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

Why Japan is one of the only countries that isn't fed up with housing costs

Rising housing costs frustrate many Americans, unlike Japan where satisfaction exceeds 70%.
The US experienced a notable decline in housing satisfaction from 61% in 2020 to 39%.
fromBoston.com
9 months ago
SF politics

MassInc poll: 1 in 5 say they want to move out of Mass.

High housing and transportation costs are prompting one in five Massachusetts residents to consider leaving the state.
Boston
fromBoston.com
11 months ago

You need to make $123,269 a year not to be 'rent burdened' here

BIPOC households in metro Boston spend 41% of income on rent, compared to 33.5% for white households.
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