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What Trump's national housing emergency would mean for new homebuyers Will President Donald Trump attempt to remedy the housing crisis with a plan of attack? It’s beginning to look that way. On Sept. 1, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the Trump administration is mulling the declaration of a national housing emergency to address high housing prices and limited inventory. What it means: While details are still vague, any decrease in the purchase cost of a new home is welcome news. H...
Kids playing soccer in park. BAZA Production // Shutterstock Best suburbs to live in America Suburbia is deeply ingrained in American culture, growing in popularity alongside the country's love affair with cars and its network of highways. As early as the 1830s, Brooklyn Heights laid claim to the title of the first suburb when it became connected to Manhattan by steam ferries. A little over 100 years later, Levittown became the new model of suburban development, offering affordable,...
Why your AI-generated content sounds like everyone else's and 4 ways to fix it There’s a challenge brewing for businesses everywhere. Content is becoming virtually indistinguishable online, and it all boils down to the latest industry disruptor: AI. It’s no secret that AI adoption is reaching top speed across many aspects of life and work. Statista predicts that by the end of this year, 378.9 million people will be using AI. While these tools are more accessible than ever, this also defines a g...
Atlanta is embracing a cheap, effective way to beat urban heat: ‘cool roofs’ Walk outside into 100-degree heat wearing a black shirt, and you’ll feel a whole lot hotter than if you were wearing white. Now think about your roof: If it’s also dark, it’s soaking up more of the sun’s energy and radiating that heat indoors. If it were a lighter color, it’d be like your home was wearing a giant white shirt all the time. This is the idea behind the “cool roof.” In June, Atlanta joined a growing...
Hiring globally? Key considerations for choosing where to hire One of the most powerful advantages of global hiring is access. Hiring across borders gives you access to a larger pool of skilled workers, new markets for expansion, and greater operational and financial flexibility. But with that access comes a different kind of challenge: choice. If you can hire anywhere, where do you start? How do you evaluate one country over another? And how do you make sure the decision you make today...
Why business automation won’t be optional in 2026 The companies that will thrive in 2026 have one thing in common: They’re automating the time-drains holding others back. Business automation uses technology to handle repetitive tasks automatically—without human intervention—so your team can focus on higher-value work. Your ecommerce team spends precious hours every week on tasks that could run automatically: order fulfillment, rate comparisons, invoice handling—these necessary but repetitiv...
Grusho Anna // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Birmingham The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which...
Grusho Anna // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Huntsville The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which...
What’s the average house price in the USA? Some property market questions have simple answers, others have complex ones. Defining the average house price in the USA involves a combination of both, as the answer can be concise or detailed, providing a clear understanding of the market. Whichever solution you’re looking for, this is the right place to find it. The Offerpad team has compiled all the information on average American property prices you could possibly need, from current data to the...
Top 10 US towns where vacation homes dominate the market In some American towns, nearly every house sits empty for part of the year. Whether it’s a beachside bungalow, a mountainside chalet, or a lakeside estate, these seasonal homes are usually owned by part-time residents — and in the most extreme cases, they make up over 98% of all housing in town. From coastal escapes in Delaware to ski havens in Colorado, Redfin Real Estate shares the 10 U.S. towns with the highest share of seasonal hom...
Money in motion: 5 key personal finance trends reshaping 2025 Inflation and job market jitters are changing how Americans handle their finances. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Consumer Price Index is up 2.7% over the last year, while wages have risen just 3.6%. That means costs are creeping up faster than paychecks. But instead of panicking, people are adjusting. Key behaviors are on the rise: “revenge saving,” more mindful spending, diversified investments, and extra inc...
Mastering the college application process The 2024-2025 admissions cycle flipped the script. Application surges, shifting test policies, and AI tools have reshaped how colleges choose students. For applicants in 2025-2026, it’s more competitive, but also full of opportunity. Scholarship Institute compiled a college application guide to help you work the system, not get worked by it. The rules, both official and unwritten, are changing fast, but staying on top of timelines and putting effort i...
Panoramic view of Golden Gate Bridge seen from Battery Spencer viewpoint. Paradise at risk // Shutterstock 10 of the most expensive states to live in The costs of living in the U.S. have fluctuated significantly in recent years, and in most cases, prices have been going up and up. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis' price tracking charts as of July 2025, everything from eggs (up roughly 190% between 2019 and 2025) to electricity (up 35% per kilowatt hour between 2019 and 2025)...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Montgomery in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Montgomery, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of September 12. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.85 --- Alabama average: $2.82 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.2%) - Year change: +$0.06 (+2.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.45 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.5%) - Year change: +$0.15...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Mobile in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Mobile, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of September 12. Mobile by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.80 --- Alabama average: $2.82 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.4%) - Year change: +$0.04 (+1.6%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.00 (-0.1%) - Year change: +$0.17 (+5.3%) -...
jittawit21 // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Florence in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of September 12. Florence by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.75 --- Alabama average: $2.82 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.9%) - Year change: -$0.06 (-2.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.30 - Week change: +$0.00 (+0.2%) - Year change:...
jittawit21 // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Anniston in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of September 12. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.75 --- Alabama average: $2.82 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.5%) - Year change: -$0.01 (-0.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $3.32 - Week change: +$0.01 (+0.2%) - Year change: -$0.05 (-1.4%...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Auburn in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Auburn, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of September 12. Auburn by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.82 --- Alabama average: $2.82 - Week change: -$0.03 (-1.0%) - Year change: +$0.06 (+2.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.64 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.35 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.2%) - Year change: +$0.14 (+4.4%) -...
jittawit21 // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Daphne in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of September 12. Daphne by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.85 --- Alabama average: $2.82 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.6%) - Year change: +$0.07 (+2.5%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.68 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.43 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.6%) - Year change: +$0.15...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Tuscaloosa in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Tuscaloosa, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of September 12. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.80 --- Alabama average: $2.82 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.8%) - Year change: +$0.06 (+2.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.41 - Week change: -$0.00 (-0.1%) - Year change: +$0.07 (+2.2%)...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Gadsden in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Gadsden, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of September 12. Gadsden by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.70 --- Alabama average: $2.82 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.8%) - Year change: +$0.05 (+1.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.55 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.33 - Week change: +$0.02 (+0.7%) - Year change: -$0.05 (-1.5%) -...
jittawit21 // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Huntsville in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Huntsville, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of September 12. Huntsville by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.77 --- Alabama average: $2.82 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.5%) - Year change: -$0.12 (-4.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.60 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.38 - Week change: +$0.01 (+0.2%) - Year change: -$0.06...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Decatur in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Decatur, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of September 12. Decatur by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.74 --- Alabama average: $2.82 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.8%) - Year change: -$0.05 (-1.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.59 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.33 - Week change: +$0.00 (+0.0%) - Year change: +$0.01 (+0.2%)...
Istvan Csak // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Dothan in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Dothan, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of September 12. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.85 --- Alabama average: $2.82 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.8%) - Year change: -$0.04 (-1.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.55 - Week change: -$0.03 (-0.8%) - Year change: +$0.02 (+0.7%) -...
Istvan Csak // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Birmingham in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Birmingham, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of September 12. Birmingham by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.83 --- Alabama average: $2.82 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.7%) - Year change: +$0.02 (+0.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/13/22) - Diesel current price: $3.49 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.6%) - Year change: +$0.05...
