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The consumer purchasing power of U.S. Social Security program benefits in 2024 is roughly 80 cents on the dollar when compared to the power of these benefits in 2010, illustrating the continued bite that inflation is having on American households as well as the diminished buying power of those living on a fixed income. This is according to a measurement of Social Security benefits conducted by The...

Since starting his career in the real estate industry more than five decades ago, Dave Liniger, the co-founder of RE/MAX, has seen and experienced quite a bit of change and innovation. While the emergence of technology tools is not new to the industry, the latest wave of artificial intelligence (AI)-driven technology is unlike many others that have come before. HousingWire recently caught up with...

American darling and This Is Us star Mandy Moore is ready to part ways with her Architectural Digest-featured home. The 1950s residence, a chicly revamped mid-century modern home in Pasadena, Calif., undoubtedly holds a special place in the actress/singer’s heart. Ever since she bought it in 2017, Mandy Moore and her now-husband, Taylor Goldsmith, have celebrated quite a few notable milestones while...

Shop your new summer must-have. Better Homes & Gardens / Madison Woiten A comfortable sheet set can mean the difference between a restless night sleep and waking up feeling refreshed, but there are literally thousands of options to consider from almost every home retailer out there. One set you definitely should have in your linen closet is from our line at Walmart. It’s perfect for...

Some people claim storing lettuce in water will keep it fresh for as long as a month—and we tried it out to see if it really works. We Tried the Viral Hack That Keeps Your Lettuce Crisp Much Longer—Here's What Happened TikTok users claim storing lettuce in water will keep it fresh for up to a month. We went to our Test Kitchen to get some answers. Enjoying a large crisp salad is pretty much a...

To really get the most from your sprinklers, you’ll want to run them at just the right time. This Is the Best Time of Day to Water Your Lawn Your turf grass appreciates extra moisture when there's been no rain. Maximize the benefits of irrigation with these tips for when to turn on the sprinklers. During spring, it might feel like your vibrant green lawn effortlessly blankets your yard without...

If you want your leggings to last as long as possible, this laundry hack might be worth trying. Getty Images / HUIZENG HU Washing leggings can pose a frustrating laundry challenge, especially if you want to keep the garment looking and feeling brand new. Preventing pilling and preserving softness while leaving the leggings feeling clean and smelling fresh can be tricky—especially if the leggings...

Scientists and cleaning pros settle the debate about whether changing clothes when you arrive home is necessary. Getty Images / ilona titova With so much emphasis on cleanliness in the wake of a global pandemic, germs and dirt are top of mind. That’s led some people to adopt new practices of changing their clothes when they come home after a day out—specifically, changing from their daytime or...

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Florida remained the top destination for foreign buyers despite slowing marketplace According to a new report from the National Association of Realtors, foreign buyers purchased $42 billion worth of U.S. existing homes from April 2023 through March 2024, retreating 21.2% from the prior 12-month period. International buyers purchased 54,300 properties, down 36% from the previous year and the fewest number...