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Arizona voters may be asked to decide whether to reaffirm the legality of same-sex marriage in the state, with a new initiative proposed for the 2026 ballot. Advocates say the measure would solidify protections for LGBTQ+ couples and ensure that marriage rights remain intact, even if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns its 2015 Obergefell v….

A Sartell couple is facing serious charges after being accused of filing fraudulent tax returns related to their real estate business. Authorities allege that 41-year-old Bobby Titus and 39-year-old Ashley Titus underreported income from property sales and failed to pay the appropriate taxes between 2017 and 2021. The criminal complaint states the couple made over…

Owning a home comes with more than just monthly mortgage payments—hidden costs like maintenance, insurance, and property taxes can add thousands of dollars each year. According to a recent Zillow report, the average homeowner in the U.S. should expect to pay over $18,000 annually on these additional expenses in 2024, a number projected to rise…

Middle-income earners across the U.S. are facing a growing challenge in the housing market as options for affordable homeownership continue to shrink. According to a new report by the National Association of Realtors and Realtor.com, a lack of housing inventory, rising prices, and interest rates have limited the number of available homes that are affordable…

Reporters and protesters have been prohibited from gathering outside the Arizona immigration court in downtown Phoenix, a move that has sparked concerns about transparency and public access. The order was enacted by the federal government without advance notice, and court officials cited safety and security reasons for the closure of the public sidewalk area in…

Gulfport, Jackson, and Hattiesburg were recently named the best places to live in Mississippi, according to a new report by U.S. News & World Report. The ranking assessed factors like quality of life, affordability, and employment opportunities across cities in the Magnolia State. Gulfport earned the top spot due to its coastal charm, growing tourism…

As temperatures rise in the Southwest, it’s crucial for pet owners to take extra precautions to keep their dogs safe and cool. Experts advise against walking dogs on hot pavement or during peak heat hours, as dogs can easily suffer from heatstroke or paw pad burns. Providing plenty of shade, access to cool water, and…

Florida’s real estate market is sending out an ominous signal to the rest of the U.S., as rising costs, climate change risks, and insurance issues begin pushing prospective buyers away. Once a hotbed for retirees and remote workers, Florida is seeing a slowdown in home sales and an uptick in residents moving out — especially…

Starter homes in California, once considered an accessible entry point into homeownership, have now become largely out of reach for the average buyer due to soaring property values and limited housing supply. According to a new report from Redfin, the state’s least expensive homes are increasingly being purchased by wealthier buyers, effectively shutting out first-time…

U.S. home prices surged to record highs this spring, despite rising mortgage rates that have kept many potential buyers on the sidelines. According to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller index, home prices rose 6.3% in March compared to a year earlier, marking the fastest annual increase since late 2022. This trend reflects limited inventory, which continues…