Florida May 2 Florida landlord evicted squatters one year ago, her story helped pass a bill to protect homeowners Last year, Patti Peeples' home was taken over by squatters. Since their eviction, which happened 36 days after they arrived at the house, Peeples has fought for property owners' rights.
Pennsylvania April 24 Philadelphia man sees 'big win' in squatter lawsuit against Airbnb, though legal battle continues a year later A year later, the legal battle between Pennsylvania landlord Joseph Foresta and Airbnb continues. He sued the company after a squatter refused to leave his property after his stay.
Hawaii April 22 As Hawaiians struggle to find affordable housing after Lahaina wildfire, lawmakers reconsider vacation rentals Hawaii lawmakers seek to balance demands of citizens who are struggling to find affordable housing and the interests of short-term rental owners and the tourism industry.
Rental March 21 US affordable housing shortage sparks resurgence of single-room ‘micro-apartments' The U.S. is facing a significant shortage of affordable housing. This has resulted in a resurgence of single-room ‘micro-apartments' across the country.
LIFESTYLE March 14 Reddit users defend person who locked parents and pregnant sister out of home: 'I tip my hat to you' A Reddit user changed the locks to their house after they found out that their parents, who rent the in-law apartment, were planning on letting their pregnant older sister move in.
Digital Originals March 1 Squatters opening strip clubs and drug-fueled party houses shows freeloader tactic evolution: Squatter hunter Homeowners need to adapt to the evolving tactics of squatters to protect their property from unwanted residents, said Flash Shelton a handyman-turned-squatter hunter.
Puerto Rico February 21 Puerto Rico sees push for tigher regulations on short-term housing rentals, report says Activists in Puerto Rico are advocating for stricter regulations on short-term rentals due to concerns about displaced renters and rising housing costs.
Digital Originals February 16 Handyman-turned-squatter hunter says Atlanta squatter crisis ‘terrorist act’ that calls for National Guard Flash Shelton, a handyman-turned-squatter hunter, said the laws around squatting need to change as unwanted residents continue to wreak havoc in Atlanta-area communities.
US February 7 Rising rent prices push record number of Americans toward housing crisis, prompting legislative action U.S. lawmakers are taking action to address the housing crisis, proposing measures such as eviction protections, zoning reforms and rent increase caps.
LIFESTYLE December 8 Banned! Man asks others on Reddit if he was wrong to object to his son-in-law living at his home A man on Reddit had a startling change of heart regarding the issue of allowing his daughter, her husband and their child to move in with him. A psychologist and others weighed in.