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Living costs in the U.S. continue to rise, but not all states are equally expensive when it comes to household bills. A new report from doxo—a leading bill payment service—sheds light on the 2025 Cost of Bills Index (COBI), ranking all 50 states based on the median monthly cost of essential household expenses. These expenses […]
The cost of renting a home in the United States has become one of the most pressing concerns for Americans in 2025. According to a recent Ipsos iSay survey, the majority of Americans—particularly renters—believe that the dream of affordable housing is slipping out of reach. With rising rents, high property prices, and increasing taxes, the […]
For decades, homeownership was seen as the ultimate symbol of success—the cornerstone of the American Dream. But this narrative is shifting. Today, renting isn’t just a stopgap for young adults; it’s becoming a long-term lifestyle choice for millions, including affluent millennials, wealthy retirees, and even millionaires. According to Business Insider, 45.6 million households in the […]
Housing affordability remains a critical issue for millions of Americans, but new data brings encouraging news for renters. According to a recent report, the average U.S. renter household spent just 23.4% of its income on rent in April 2025, marking a notable improvement from the 24.7% share recorded in April 2024. This trend places the […]
According to Numbeo’s Cost of Living Plus Rent Index, the U.S. landed at 59.5%, placing it among the top 10 most costly countries for rent and living expenses globally—just behind places like the Cayman Islands and Switzerland, and slightly above Canada and New Zealand.Similarly, Living Cost rankings show the U.S. with a monthly cost of […]
Renting a home is an unavoidable reality for millions worldwide, but in some countries, the price of securing a roof over your head has skyrocketed to unprecedented levels. According to recent rankings, countries like Switzerland, Singapore, and Hong Kong dominate the list of the world’s most expensive rental markets, driven by limited housing supply, high […]