The 20 best small cities to live in across the US, ranked
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Elder care was too expensive in the US. I moved to the Philippines in my 80s, and costs are way down.
Lemuel Bray, 85, moved to the Philippines for affordable long-term care, remarried, and enjoys lower living costs and supportive community.
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We bought the house next door to our rental. 15 of our friends and family helped us move in an afternoon.
I've moved nearly a dozen times. The last time was made easy with the help of friends and a can't-beat-it location.
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At 56, I moved into a single-family home with a woman I'd never met. The setup helps me afford my dream city.
I always wanted to live in Los Angeles, but I didn't have the budget for a rental in my dream neighborhood. Instead, I moved in with a roommate.
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At 56, I bought a chateau in France. I never imagined I'd spend my midlife creating my dream home and business.
At midlife, I moved out of the US, bought a chateau in France, renovated it, and built a successful business abroad. The pros beat the cons.
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I visited a Gilded Age mansion once called 'the American Versailles.' These 7 details left me speechless.
Lynnewood Hall, the second-largest surviving Gilded Age mansion in the US, is briefly open to the public for the first time in eight decades.
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Vacation homes were once real estate's hottest play. Now they're a nightmare.
Vacation homes that might have once sparked bidding wars are now languishing on the market or taking huge price cuts as the Airbnb boom cools off.
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We moved to a small island with our 10-month-old after finding a house for $1,000 a month that felt too good to be true
While deciding where to settle down with our baby, we found an affordable home on an island in Maine. We moved there, and it's been great.
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I moved to the same city as my long-distance boyfriend. Everyone expected us to move in together, but we didn't.
When I moved to the same city as my long-distance boyfriend, we chose not to live together. It's given me room to build my own life and friendships.
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From the 'Amityville Horror' house to the former Versace mansion, 12 notorious homes that have gone up for sale
Homes linked to famous crimes or notorious criminals have been put on the market throughout the years. Selling these properties isn't always easy.
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Interior designers share 6 trends that are in, and 4 that are out this season
We asked expert interior designers about the home-decor trends that are in and out this fall 2026 season, from colored ceilings to animal prints.
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The housing market's best deals are arriving in these 15 cities
Homebuyers stand the best chance of getting a bargain on a home in 15 cities over the next several weeks, Redfin said in a report.
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Oheka Castle, the 127-room Long Island estate that inspired 'The Great Gatsby,' is heading to auction. Look inside.
Oheka Castle, which helped inspire "The Great Gatsby," is the second-largest private home in the US — and soon it can be yours.
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My husband and I both want to move abroad. We just can't agree on how much money we should save first.
My husband and I know we want to move to the Netherlands, but we can't agree on how much money we should have in our bank account before we go.
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The Meta data center in Louisiana is creating a housing boom
Meta is building its largest data center in northeast Louisiana, where residents are finding ways to leverage the influx of construction workers.
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They couldn't afford nursing homes for their parents. They built them a tiny home instead.
Instead of emptying their wallets to pay for nursing homes, Americans are building tiny houses, renovating sheds, or buying trailers for loved ones.
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We moved from the US to a small Italian village. Now, my 75-year-old parents are following in our footsteps.
When my husband and I moved to a Sicilian village, we worried about leaving my parents in the US. To our surprise, they decided to move to Italy, too.
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We got rid of our deck and replaced it with a patio. It saved us over $30,000 and helped us optimize our outdoor space.
Replacing our wood deck with a stone patio helped us optimize and upgrade our outdoor space while saving money on renovations. It was worth it.
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I'm 72 and don't want to move to a retirement home. So I built a tiny home in my yard for a future live-in caretaker.
Kathie Schwartz and her husband don't want to live in a retirement community. Instead, they built a tiny home in their yard for a future live-in caretaker.
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We moved from NYC to a rural beach town and struggled with isolation. We sold less than 2 years later.
My husband and I bought a house because we thought we were supposed to. A year later, we realized we were wrong.
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I moved from the US to Germany 4 years ago. Here are the 7 biggest culture shocks I've experienced.
My husband and I moved to Germany from the US four years ago, despite never visiting before. Since then, we've experienced culture shock several times.
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I left London for an island many people haven't heard of. My life didn't change in the way I expected.
After 20 years in London, I moved to Malta, and then a smaller island, Gozo. I thought life here would be simple and quiet, but I was surprised.
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Why Dolly Parton's estate is suing her nephew — and what's at stake for her business empire
Dolly Parton's estate, valued at an estimated $450 million, is embroiled in a legal battle involving her nephew, Bryan Seaver, and manager, Danny Nozell.
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A family of 5 left Brooklyn to travel in an $18,000 RV full time. See inside their custom space.
Kate and Daniel O'Phalen bought a used RV for $18,000 and renovated it. They've traveled all over the US, as well as Canada and Mexico, in it.
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We've lived between a sailboat and a campervan for 10 years. The freedom is real, but so are the trade-offs.
For years, we've split our time living in a van in the US in summer and on a sailboat in Mexico in winter. The nomadic lifestyle has pros and cons.
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More and more middle-income Americans are struggling to make rent
Middle-income Americans increasingly say they couldn't pay their rent on time. It's another warning sign for America's middle class.
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I'm heading back to Canada after living in Japan for a year. I'm excited to return, but there are a few things I'll miss.
After living in Japanese cities for almost a year, I'm getting ready to go home to Canada. There are things I'll miss, like Japan's train system.
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The ugly tax battle brewing between baby boomers and millennials
Property tax breaks and Social Security are fueling a generational war over how much millennials and boomers should pay — and who should get relief.
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6 charming places around the world that will pay you to move there
Cities and towns across Italy, Japan, Switzerland, and more are offering cash incentives for qualified participants to move there.
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I left my job at 50 and retired to Mexico. After 3 years, there are 5 things I'd tell any American hoping to do the same.
As an American who left my job in the US to retire in Mexico at 50, I have tips for others planning early retirement abroad, plus mistakes to avoid.
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The most and least educated US states, ranked
Some states prioritize advanced degrees, while others have more associate degrees. But Massachusetts holds the highest share of educated adults.
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Grand staircases, state-shaped pools, and bowling alleys in the basement: See what the governor's mansion looks like in every state
Most states, except five, have official governors' mansions where elected leaders can live rent-free. They are also more public than a typical home.
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I felt confident in my appearance and how I dressed. Then, I moved to Japan.
Moving to Japan has made me question how I dress and present myself. Sometimes I feel like I don't belong because of my body and appearance.
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I thought I wanted the American dream. Moving to a small city in Spain changed my mind.
Kevin Schreck says his quality of life is better in Valencia, Spain. Housing is affordable, and he is less worried about medical bills.
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Good news, homebuyers: The market is tilting in your favor as more sellers offer concessions
More sellers are offering concessions and cutting prices to entice buyers who have been sidelined by high mortgage rates and record-high prices.
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Exhausted from years of big-city hustle, I moved to an idyllic mountain town in Colorado. It wasn't so idyllic for me.
I moved from New York City to a small town in the mountains by Telluride, Colorado. Living there was harder than expected, and my drawbacks added up.
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I grew up in the US, and my husband grew up in the UK. Here are 15 differences that surprise us most.
Since I grew up in America, and my partner grew up in the United Kingdom, we're both used to different lifestyles, shopping habits, norms, and foods.
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I used to think getting healthier required more discipline. Moving abroad showed me I actually needed a change of scene.
Moving to the Caribbean and leaving the US didn't cure my health issues. It changed my relationship with wellness and made produce more accessible.
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I moved from Los Angeles to Barcelona. Here are 11 things that surprised me most.
Years ago, I left Los Angeles and relocated from the US to Barcelona. From traditions to food, here's what I didn't expect when moving to Spain.
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Gen Z wants to own homes, but are concerned about affordability. Here's how they can get both.
Learn how Gen Z can navigate the housing market with financial agility through rate buydowns, ARMs, and down payment assistance programs.
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I moved from Indiana to New Mexico for a sunnier life. My social life, mood, and physical activity level have gotten a major uplift.
A professor of public health moved from Indiana to New Mexico, seeking better weather and a fulfilling career. He loves his new life with more sun.
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The house where Lizzie Borden's parents were murdered is now a B&B. Take a look inside.
Lizzie Borden's father and stepmom were found "hacked to death" in the house, which has been operating as a bed and breakfast in Massachusetts.
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Billionaire investor David Einhorn says younger people are too 'impatient' to build wealth or buy a house
Einhorn said on a recent podcast appearance that younger people are more focused on speculating in the market than building wealth or saving for a home.
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10 swaps you should make in your living room, according to an interior designer with over 25 years of experience
A seasoned interior designer shares what you should replace in your living room to make a space feel fresh and upgraded, from lamps to pillows.
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I left city life to move to an island with fewer than 50 people. Two years and a baby later, I have no plans to leave.
My husband and I moved to Rum, a remote island with around 40 people. There were adjustments at first, but we've built a life and community we love.
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See Elon Musk's properties over the years, from Bel Air mansions to his secret house in Texas
Elon Musk has sold most of his California real estate portfolio, but he's building a new one in Austin. See the homes he's owned, including a trailer.
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I commute from NYC to Washington, DC, every week. It's not so bad — and even my long Amtrak rides have surprising perks.
My supercommute from New York City to Washington DC for a hybrid job has had surprising benefits and perks, and I use long Amtrak rides to work.
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I'm an American who moved to the Netherlands. If I had to move abroad again, I’d do these 5 things differently.
My husband and I moved from the US to the Netherlands six months ago. Looking back, there are a few things I wish I'd done differently during the move.
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I compared shopping for seasonal fall decor at Hobby Lobby and Michaels
I compared shopping for fall decorations at Michaels and Hobby Lobby to find the better chain. One was best for Halloween, the other for Thanksgiving.
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