Home Buying and Selling in a Cooling Market

The U.S. home market has had some ups and downs recently, leaving many people curious about what’s happening. Home prices have begun to slow down after rising steadily for some time, according to recent statistics. Here’s what you need to know about what’s happening and how it might affect you. The Case-Shiller Index Findings According … Read more

Why Millionaires Are Trying to Identify as Middle Class?

Feeling “rich” is an increasingly elusive concept in contemporary society. Even among those with substantial financial resources, only a mere 8% characterize themselves as truly wealthy. The Perception of the Upper Middle Class A recent Ameriprise Financial survey reveals the intriguing fact that approximately 60% of investors with $1 million or more of investable assets … Read more

15 Signs the Housing Market is Teetering Between Boom and Bust

The ever-fluctuating housing market has been the topic of speculation for decades. Financial experts, economists, and even regular home buyers often wonder about the stability of this sector. While it’s impossible to predict the future with certainty, there are certain signs that can provide clues. Here, we’ll explore key indicators – some suggesting a crash … Read more

San Diego Renters Hit Hard as Housing Prices Skyrocket

San Diego, known for its stunning beaches and vibrant culture, is now gaining notoriety for a less desirable reason: its soaring housing costs. With the average price of single-family homes exceeding $960,000 and rental prices skyrocketing, residents are feeling the pressure.  The Rental Reality Zillow reports that the median rent for a one-bedroom apartment in … Read more

How Divorce After 50 Hits the Heart and the Wallet

Long-term marriage vows were once seen as unbreakable, yet people over 50 are increasingly parting ways.  Older Americans Are Divorcing A 2022 study from The Journal of Gerontology reports that 36% of divorcing Americans are over 50. This surge in “gray divorce”  presents challenges and implications extending well beyond the couple.  Decades of Wealth Need … Read more

Undocumented Residents Gain Home Buying Rights in Housing-Strapped California

In a move to make owning a home more attainable for all Californians, Assemblymember Joaquin Arambula, D-Fresno, is leading efforts to expand eligibility for the California Dream for All program. This program, which helps people buy homes by providing down payment assistance, is set to undergo some changes with Assembly Bill 1840. Here’s what you … Read more

25 Luxury Foods That Now Break the Bank

As food prices continue to rise worldwide, certain items have become increasingly unaffordable for many consumers. What were once considered everyday staples or gourmet indulgences have now become luxury items beyond the reach of an increasing number of consumers. From avocados to truffles, here are 25 food items whose soaring prices have placed them out … Read more