
These States Don’t Tax Retirement Income—but Beware of the Hidden Housing Costs
After a lifetime of building your nest egg and dutifully paying your dues, getting hit with a state income tax on your retirement distributions can feel like a slap in the face for retirees. And in a majority of the U.S., 401(k), IRA, and pension payments—even Social Security in some states—are taxe

New York City’s Population Is Falling Again—but It Isn’t Just the Rich Who Are Fleeing
Following two consecutive years of steady growth, New York City saw its overall population shrink in 2025, fueled by an exodus of local residents across all income brackets. A new study from the Citizens Budget Commission, a nonprofit civic think tank, shows that the Big Apple's net population, acc

Congress Pushes Back on Trump’s Institutional Investor Ban in Landmark Housing Bill
Dozens of members of Congress say they don't support a proposed ban on institutional investors, a bipartisan statement that spells trouble for the controversial idea. Seventy-six members of Congress—members of the Real Estate Caucus and the Build America Caucus—signed a letter to House Speaker Rep.

Forget the Patio: Why 77% of Homeowners Want These Features for Their Backyard Renovation
More than ever, the yard has come to represent an extension of your home. It’s where homeowners have the option to spend time relaxing, entertaining, exercising, gardening, and bonding with loved ones. Perhaps then it should come as no surprise that 77% of homeowners are planning a backyard upgrade
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