America’s housing nightmare has a new epicenter – Los Angeles. The City of Angels was ranked dead last among America’s 100 largest metropolitan areas for home affordability and homebuilding, earning an embarrassing “F” on Realtor.com’s national housing report card. The numbers behind the failing grade are brutal. The typical Los Angeles-area home is listed for … Read more
Not everyone can live in Los Angeles or San Francisco — someone’s got to hold it down in Fresno. A recent report from real estate platform Houzeo breaks down the 10 most affordable places to live in the Golden State. Each city was given an overall affordability score out of ten, based on three main … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. When your energy bill spikes, it’s easy to blame the thermostat, the weather or the utility company. That said, sometimes the issue is much smaller — your HVAC system may not be getting enough … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Most homeowners wait until the last minute to see what’s wrong with their HVAC. If the AC is cooling or the system looks normal, it is easy to assume everything is fine. But that … Read more
Forget security systems, Nevada wildlife officials have found a fur-covered solution to Lake Tahoe’s growing black bear problem. As wealthy homeowners around the lake battle increasingly brazen bears breaking into houses, the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) has been relying on two highly trained Karelian bear dogs, Badger and Banjo, to send the unwelcome visitors … Read more
They hit the hidden jackpot. A couple in the UK couldn’t believe their eyes when they uncovered what appeared to be stacks of money buried inside their old home. In a viral TikTok video with almost 200,000 views, what looks like a gross, rotted, bug-filled paint can turned out to be a stash of money … Read more
There’s no set timing to know when an HVAC has hit its expiration date. A 9-year-old system may be worth replacing if it keeps breaking down or costs a fortune to repair. That said, a 15-year-old system might still be worth keeping if it’s well maintained. Joey Dooley, a general manager at American Residential Services … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. When your HVAC starts acting up, it’s tempting to see what you can fix yourself before calling a professional. Sometimes, you’re right, and all you need to do is fix a filter issue or … Read more
This puts the “con” in “recon.” Not all break-in artists are as obvious as the Big Bad Wolf. Veteran crime reporter Lori Fullbright divulged the surprisingly common phrases burglars use while scoping your house — and what actions to take if someone knocks and says them. Veteran crime reporter Lori Fullbright has revealed three phrases … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. With the recent upticks in heatwaves, we can’t think of anything more panic-inducing than your AC dying during a 100-degree weekend. One minute, your house feels fine, and the next, the air is heavy, … Read more
As summer hits full swing and many Angelenos are struggling with high housing costs and tight budgets, a growing number of homeowners have discovered a lucrative side hustle hiding in their own backyards: Renting out their swimming pools by the hour. On platforms like Swimply, some Los Angeles hosts are pulling in serious cash — … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. If your AC is older or breaking down more than you’re used to, waiting to deal with it won’t save you more money — in fact, it will make it … Read more
When your AC breaks down during a heat wave, the obvious instinct is to get it fixed as soon as possible. But buying a new HVAC in the middle of a heat wave can put you in a tight position. You may feel rushed, and since you’re probably not the only one with the same … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. If you’re feeling hot, sticky and just all-around uncomfortable come summer, that’s a problem. There are a few things more frustrating than spending thousands on an HVAC/AC system and finding that it just does … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. There are few things as unsettling as a rattling or buzzing sound from your HVAC. Considering how much a replacement or repair can cost, these sounds can make the hair … Read more
Emily Aguirre is a good sport. The newly engaged New Jerseyan is temporarily giving up her new home — which she and fiancé Gerardo just spent roughly $10,000 remodeling — to strangers in need of a cozy place to stay this month. But her sacrifice isn’t exactly altruistic. It’s economic. Emily Augirre and Gerardo Hernandez are graciously … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. We all know about the effects of outdoor air pollution, but have you considered that indoor air quality can affect how you feel day to day? If your home smells dusty or musty, or … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. When your air conditioner malfunctions during a heat wave, the easiest option is to take the cheapest HVAC bid, right? A proper replacement system can set you back thousands of dollars, so why wouldn’t … Read more
It’s tick season, and if you’re a homeowner in the Northeast, Upper Midwest, Middle Atlantic, Ohio River Valley, and even the South, don’t be surprised if they’re particularly active in your area. Not only are ticks a nuisance, but they’ve also led to a growing number of emergency room visits. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention … Read more
San Diego’s crippling tax on vacation homeowners has spectacularly backfires as it emerges it is losing around $10 million per year. Hundreds of short-term rental property owners are simply not paying the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT). The tax, which ranges from 8% to 13.75% and impacts platforms like Airbnb and VRBO, applies to stays of … Read more