• Mon, June 9, 2025

by: news4sanantonio

Study: Owning a home costs over $21,000 a year in hidden expenses

And that's on top of your mortgage payments.

by: Dengarden

80 House Name Ideas to Give Your Home a New Identity

Welcome to 'Dew Drop Inn!'

by: WGAL

Bathroom catches fire at house, causes $75,000 in damage, fire department says

The fire department said a nearby resident saw smoke and heard alarms sounding from the house.

by: KITV

Firefighters extinguish fire at abandoned home in Waipahu

The Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) responded to and extinguished a fire that was reported at an abandoned home in the Waipahu area on Sunday evening, June 8, 2025.
  • Wed, June 11, 2025

by: ThePrint

Asian Paints' New Corporate Campaign Reimagines Home Design with Innovation and Elegance

NewsVoir Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 11: Asian Paints, India's leading name in home aesthetics, has launched its latest corporate campaign 'Socha Bhi Nahi Hoga' - Beyond Your Imagination, highlighting the creativity and possibilities that come with designing a beautiful home. The campaign redefines how we look at colour, decor, and the very idea of [ ]
  • Thu, June 12, 2025

by: KIRO

Firefighter evaluated for smoke inhalation after rescuing person from house fire

Thankfully, the fire was just contained to the home and no other buildings were burned.
  • Fri, June 13, 2025

by: KIRO

Crews respond to vacant house fire in Wallingford

Multiple units from the Seattle Fire Department responded to a fire in a vacant home in Wallingford this morning.

by: WGME

Home equity news: Hidden costs of homeownership and housing market predictions in 2025

A roundup of the week's top stories in home equity, mortgages and real estate.

by: KITV

Waianae house fire leaves several displaced

Firefighters responded to a house fire in Waianae on Thursday morning that led to several residents getting displaced.

by: 13abc

13 Action News Big Story: Greater Toledo Home Giveaway

The Greater Toledo Home Giveaway is just a few weeks away from raffling off a $700,000 Mavillino custom home.
  • Sat, June 14, 2025

by: fox6now

Home maintenance advice

Articles and videos about Home maintenance advice on FOX6 News Milwaukee.

by: Patch

Celebrity Sells Historic Home For Big Profit: See Inside: CT News

Several Arrested In Parking Lot Takeover At Stop & Shop/ Diner Earns National Praise, But Its Days May Be Numbered/ Teacher's Life "Upended"

by: BBC

The families hiring 'private bobbies' to police their homes

Security officers from private firms are being paid to patrol some UK neighbourhoods in an effort to deter to burglars - but how much can they really do?
  • Mon, June 16, 2025

by: ThePrint

How to Reduce Your Home Loan Interest Rate

VMPL New Delhi [India], June 16: Efficient management of your home loan is the key to your long-term financial stability. While getting a loan is a major step towards owning a house, many borrowers overlook the impact of interest rates on their overall repayment burden. Lowering the home loan interest rate can result in substantial [ ]

by: NewsNation

Legislation targets mortgage spam calls tied to 'trigger leads'

Congress is considering a new law to limit the flood of calls people often get after applying for a mortgage.

by: NewsNation

Spring sees lowest rate of homes sold over asking price since 2020

Just 28% of homes are selling above asking price, the lowest share for springtime since 2020, according to Redfin.
  • Tue, June 17, 2025

by: WHIO

Family says they got out in time after neighbor's home caught fire

A family says they got out of their home just in time after their neighbor's house caught fire early Saturday morning.

by: ThePrint

HuntVastuHomes.com Launches in Mumbai - India's Most Aspirational Real Estate Market Now Gets Vastu Ratings

NewsVoir Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 17: HuntVastuHomes.com, India's pioneering platform for Vastu-compliant property search, proudly announces its entry into Mumbai, one of the most dynamic and aspirational real estate markets in the country. With this launch, users can now explore the Vastu compliance ratings of flats and apartments in Mumbai - empowering them to [ ]

by: WJZY

Former UNC basketball star selling Union County home for $14 million

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by: rnz

Laptop left charging on bed causes house fire in Bendigo

By Rebecca Norman and Emile Pavlich, ABC News Kate Robinson left her laptop on charge in her bedroom while running errangs. An hour later, she returned to find her house...

by: MarketWatch

I'm 78, a widow and I bought a fancy town house. But the HOA fees are $8K, which is 'way more' than when I owned a home. Who can help me now?

Have an issue with your financial planner or looking for a new one? Email questions or concerns to picks@marketwatch.com.

by: KITV

Transitional home for homeless youth, runs into a roadblock in Makaha

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  • Wed, June 18, 2025

by: MarketWatch

Fox News host Sean Hannity lists $23M 'Billionaire Row' home in Florida for rent

Hannity has put his enormous waterfront mansion in Manalapan, Fla., on the rental market for a sky-high price.

by: PBS

NJ Spotlight News | NJ suburbs vs. new affordable housing goals | Season 2024

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by: NewsNation

Paint colors that can boost your home's sale price

Homes with muted green or navy blue colors tend to sell better than those without.

by: WTKR

New York AG Letitia James accused of mortgage fraud related to Norfolk home: CBS

The Attorney General of New York has been referred for federal criminal prosecution for alleged mortgage fraud in connection to Norfolk, according to our affiliate partner CBS News New York.

by: MassLive

Retired Mass. police officer dies after firefighters pull him from home during house fire

A former Massachusetts police officer has died after firefighters pulled him from a multi-family home that was on fire Tuesday afternoon, news reports said.

by: WSFA

Woman hospitalized trying to save mother, grandmother trapped in deadly house fire

A mother and a grandmother in Alabama died after a house fire Sunday morning despite efforts from the mother's daughter to rescue them, authorities said.

by: 7NEWS

Teen boy allegedly stabbed by eight masked home invaders

Eight people allegedly broke into the house at 5pm, wearing face coverings.

by: HuffPost

Minnesota Lawmaker's Home Was Broken Into Days After Her Murder, Police Say

Police said someone "pried off" the plywood covering one of the home's rear windows.

by: WJZY

Charlotte house catches on fire due to chain of events starting with fallen tree

The energized lines fell onto the home's gas meter, sparking a fire.

by: NewsNation

What is deed fraud and how can you protect yourself?

Home title theft is on the rise, here's how to protect your property.

by: 7NEWS

Police investigate 'suspicious' death of man inside home

A woman has been arrested over the death and a break-in at another home on the same street.

by: NewsNation

Where to buy or sell a home this spring, according to Zillow

Spring's bounty will include better real estate opportunities for Americans this year, according to research from Zillow.
  • Fri, June 20, 2025

by: WGME

Is the housing market going to crash? Here's what the experts say

The housing market keeps defying expectations. But experts agree that a crash is not imminent.

by: WIVB

News 4 employees volunteer at Ronald McDonald House for Nexstar's Founder's Day of Caring

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) As part of Nexstar's Founder's Day of Caring, News 4 employees spent the day at the Ronald McDonald House of Western New York, lending their time and energy to help families with children receiving critical medical care. The house provides a comfortable place for families to stay while their children receive [ ]

by: WHIO

Body cam video shows investigators find standoff suspect hiding under safes in Kettering home

The man arrested during a standoff and search that resulted in the discovery of human remains at a Kettering home is now in jail.

by: KITV

DEA conducts search warrant at Kalihi home; investigation ongoing

DEA agents carried out a search warrant at a home in the Kalihi area on Tuesday morning, June 17, 2025.

by: WGAL

Large pine tree collapses onto house, displaces 3 people

The fire department said three people are without a home after a large pine tree toppled onto their house Wednesday night.

by: WLWT

Fire crews investigate electric fire inside home in Ft. Thomas

Officials are investigating after fire crews rushed to the scene of an house fire in northern Kentucky overnight.

by: KUTV

Mortgages and loans to pay for home renovations

Financial tools to make that project happen provided you pick the right one for your needs.

by: WGME

How to split home equity in a divorce

It's not quite as simple as who gets the house. Here's why.

by: WGME

Portland I-Team | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

WGME CBS 13 provides news, sports, weather and local event coverage in the Portland, Maine area including Lewiston, Augusta, Brunswick, Westbrook, Biddeford, Saco, Sanford, South Portland, Kennebunk, Bangor, Freeport, Buxton, Windham, Auburn, Waterville, Scarborough, Gorham, Yarmouth, Standish, Falmouth, Poland, Rockland, Bath.
  • Thu, June 19, 2025

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by: BBC

Three new homes for children in care set to open this summer

The houses will provide homes for vulnerable young people close to their existing communities.

by: Investopedia

Good News For Buyers: Investors Are Selling Homes to Cut Their Losses

The investor share of home sales reached an all-time-high in 2024 as declining rents and slower home price growth has prompted some investor-owners to cut their losses.

by: NewsNation

Immigration crackdown leaves US home health workforce at risk

Facilities across the country are facing staff shortages, with some forced to close entire wings, leaving elderly residents in limbo.

by: WGME

Taking out a home equity loan on a paid-off house: A guide

Sometimes, it's even easier than if you still had a mortgage. But there are caveats.

Study: Owning a home costs over $21,000 a year in hidden expenses

And that's on top of your mortgage payments.
A recent study by Real Estate Witch highlights the often overlooked expenses of homeownership, revealing that the average American homeowner faces about $15,000 in unexpected costs annually. These hidden costs include maintenance and repairs, which average around $6,500 per year, and home improvement projects, which can add another $4,000. Additionally, the study found that 45% of homeowners have encountered surprise expenses within the first year of owning their home, with common issues including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC repairs. The research also pointed out regional variations in these costs, with homeowners in the Northeast spending the most on maintenance and repairs, while those in the South face higher utility bills. This comprehensive analysis underscores the importance of budgeting for these unforeseen expenses to maintain financial stability as a homeowner.

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