Real Estate - Page 39

March 9, 2023

Boston council overwhelmingly approves proposal tackling rising rent

A proposal aimed at capping rent prices to keep residents housed has been overwhelmingly approved by the Boston, Massachusetts, council.

March 6, 2023

Infamous American homes in notorious crime cases

When a horrific crime takes place on private property, landlords often have the address changed to reduce crime-scene tourism as well as negative stigma.

March 4, 2023

Mia Wasikowska talks leaving Hollywood: ‘Felt really disconnected’

Mia Wasikowska explained in an interview this week her reasons for leaving movie stardom behind a few years ago to move back to her home country of Australia.

March 3, 2023

Hong Kong skyscraper fire could mean $64M payout, cause under investigation

The property developers responsible for the nearly-completed Kimpton Hotel may be in for a historic insurance payout after the project was consumed in flames Friday.

February 25, 2023

Millions in the Bay Area could be impacted by a proposal banning gas appliances

The Bay Area Air Quality District is considering rules to ban gas-powered water heaters and furnaces in an area already prone to blackouts from extreme weather.

February 24, 2023

Rental scams: How to recognize and avoid being a victim

Scammers will try to finagle you if you fail to pay attention to rental listings, ensure that the monthly rent is legitimate and more. Here's what to know.

February 23, 2023

Biden's latest whack at the suburbs will change your neighborhood for the worse

President Biden’s latest whack at the suburbs will make your neighborhood more dangerous. Two hundred pages of radical new housing rules would require so-called "equity plans."

February 22, 2023

New Mexico ranchers urge judge to halt 'aerial slaughter' of 150 wild cattle

New Mexico ranchers urged a judge this week to halt the U.S. Forest Service's plans to conduct an "aerial slaughter" of 150 wild cattle across the Gila Wilderness.

February 18, 2023

Heard of a tiny house? Meet the micro RV

Direct Cars Co. has elevated the durable Toyota Hilux and created a micro RV on top of the pickup truck for multiple use including traveling with family.

February 16, 2023

Louisiana dropping lawsuits against thousands of homeowners

Louisiana is dropping lawsuits against thousands of homeowners who were accused of misspending grants for home improvements after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.