
The Ground Lease Dilemma—Affordability Engine or Ticking Time Bomb?
The ground lease may be the real estate industry's "break glass in case of emergency" tool. The arrangement works by separating a structure from the dirt underneath it—cutting the costs for the developer and the eventual resident. Though this decoupling creates a much-needed entry point to an imposs

She Taught Private Swim Lessons at Home for 7 Years. Then the City Shut Her Down After a Neighbor’s Complaint.
The twin joys of swimming and teaching have always been central for Libby Souder. For years, the Columbia, SC, resident gave private swim lessons to local children in her backyard pool, which was more accessible and comfortable than public pools, especially for young children and those with disabili

Here’s Where It Takes the Longest To Save for a Down Payment—and Where It’s Quickest
Saving for a down payment is a challenge for many people looking to buy a home, and one of the toughest barriers for renters who want to make the leap to ownership. But it takes longer in some markets than others, according to a new analysis from the National Association of Realtors®. The new study

‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Patrick Dempsey Lifts the Lid on His Childhood in Tiny Maine Town—and His Job at Local Recycling Center
"Grey's Anatomy" star Patrick Dempsey has lifted the lid on his childhood growing up in a quaint Maine town—revealing the stark differences between that experience and the life he lives today. The 60-year-old actor took to Instagram to share a photo of his hometown of Turner, ME, that was sent to hi
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