High property taxes are a significant expense for homeowners in the U.S. as mortgage rates remain around 7%. Property tax rates vary by state and county, with some states having higher rates than others.
Several states, including Florida and Georgia, have passed laws to protect homeowners against squatters by speeding up the eviction process and increasing penalties for those who squat in homes.
A small but mostly affluent group of Americans who bought homes since 2019 with adjustable-rate mortgages are facing skyrocketing mortgage payments as interest rates rise.
A Texas realtor has developed a unique approach to removing squatters from properties, gaining attention and success in the process.
This article discusses various cases of squatters taking over properties and the legal battles faced by homeowners to regain control. It highlights instances where squatters faced consequences and legal actions for their actions.
Texas homeowners Yudith Matthews and Abram Mendez discuss their legal battles to evict a squatter who refuses to leave their fixer-upper property, leading to a legal nightmare.
Homeowners in the path of totality benefit from increased demand for lodging by renting out their homes to travelers.
NY State Assemblyman introduces bill to prevent squatters' rights and protect homeowners. ABC News reports on the threat squatters pose and offers tips to protect homes. Efforts to change the law gaining traction after viral video of property owner confronting squatters. Assemblyman's bill aims to classify squatters as trespassers.