Japan’s millions of cheap empty houses draw foreign interest
There are 9 million “akiyas” — empty houses — across Japan, according to official government data as of 2023. You2u | Istock | Getty Images Buying a home can feel …
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Incumbent Kevin Mullin runs to retain 15th Congressional seat
Two years ago, Rep. Kevin Mullin, the incumbent Democrat representing California’s 15th Congressional District, seized a rare opportunity to fill a Bay Area seat previously held by political heavyweight Jackie …
Top 5 European cities millionaires are moving to — and none are London
Pascale Gueret | Istock | Getty Images Millionaires are eyeing up European cities as they look to relocate — but London doesn’t make the top five, according to a new …
The case for a 40-year mortgage
Homeownership has long symbolized the American Dream, embodying stability, wealth creation, and community investment. Yet, for millions of Americans, especially younger generations and first-time homebuyers, that dream is slipping away. …
Cost of living for a family of four across 10 major cities in Asia
Monthly rent in Shanghai’s city-center costs approximately $2,700, according to data by Numbeo. Zorazhuang | E+ | Getty Images Living in a major city can come with a hefty price …
10 most livable cities in the world; Vienna, Copenhagen top list: EIU
Vienna, Austria is the wrold’s most “liveable” city, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit’s 2024 Global Liveability Index. Alexander Spatari | Moment | Getty Images For the third year in …
JPMorgan to invest $9.6 million to address racial wealth gap in real estate
A potential buyer walks in to view a home for sale during an open house in Parkland, Florida, May 25, 2021. Carline Jean | Tribune News Service | Getty Images …
China’s overseas students under pressure amid economic uncertainty
As a growing number of overseas Chinese students run into financial difficulties due to the declining wealth of their families, many go online to express their grief and seek advice …
Hong Kong property prices won’t rise quickly as measures are relaxed
Residential buildings in Hong Kong, China on October 23, 2023. Vernon Yuen | Nurphoto | Getty Images Hong Kong’s leader John Lee this week eased the city’s decade-old residential property …