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Tech Firm Expands in Long Beach

January 15, 2026

A tech company has just leased a big new office in Long Beach. The company, myKaarma, will now call 211 E. Ocean Boulevard home. They signed a lease for nearly 9, 000 square feet. This space will serve as their headquarters, and they plan to move in soon. myKaarma is known for its software. They he

business

Napa's Wine Service Cooperative: A Shift in Strategy

January 15, 2026

In a notable move, the Wine Service Cooperative in Napa Valley is changing its game plan. After nearly 20 years of handling direct-to-consumer wine shipments, they've decided to pass the baton to a third party. This shift comes as sales have been sluggish, and the cooperative aims to free up space a

business

Home Sales: A Glimpse of Hope in 2025

January 14, 2026

In the last month of 2025, the housing market showed some unexpected strength. Sales of existing homes picked up speed, reaching a rate of 4. 35 million units when adjusted for seasonal changes. This was a notable jump from November and even better than what experts had predicted. Looking back at t

business

China's Home Buyer Tax Break: What You Need to Know

January 14, 2026

China has decided to keep a helpful tax rule going. This rule gives people money back on their taxes if they buy a new home within a year of selling their old one. The government has said this will be in place from January 1, 2026, until December 31, 2027. This tax break is a big deal for people wh

finance

Wisconsin's New Real Estate Transfer Process: What You Need to Know

January 14, 2026

Wisconsin has introduced a new way to handle real estate transfers. The Department of Revenue (DOR) has launched the new real estate transfer return (RETR) system in My Tax Account (MTA). This change affects everyone involved in real estate transactions. First, let's talk about the timeline. If you

crime

Marriage Isn't a Free Pass: Judge Rejects Defense in Rape Conspiracy Case

January 13, 2026

A federal judge has made it clear that marriage and monogamy don't shield someone from serious charges. Judge Valerie E. Caproni recently turned down a request from Alon Alexander, who wanted to use his 2019 engagement and marriage as a defense in his upcoming trial. Alexander, along with his brothe

business

From Billionaire to Bankrupt: The Fall of Miles Guo

January 12, 2026

Miles Guo, once a billionaire, now sits in a federal jail in Brooklyn. His life was once filled with luxury, but now his assets are being sold to pay back those he defrauded. Guo's lavish lifestyle included a superyacht, custom suits, and a mansion with million-dollar carpets. But since 2022, his m

lifestyle

A Unique Home in the Sky: How Two Penthouse Apartments Became One

January 11, 2026

In the heart of Hanoi, something special is happening. A young family is about to move into a home that is anything but ordinary. It is not just one penthouse, but two combined into one. This is the Khai Son Duo Penthouse, a project by Idee architects. The idea was to create a home that flows seaml

business

Why Rushing into a Physical Store Might Not Be the Best Move

January 11, 2026

Starting a business is exciting, but deciding whether to get a physical store can be tricky. Many entrepreneurs jump into buying or renting a space too soon. However, experts say it's better to focus on growing your online presence first. Ryan Serhant, a well-known real estate expert, shared his th

business

Homeownership: New Plans, Old Dreams

January 11, 2026

In a surprising shift, the Trump administration seems to be moving away from the idea of 50-year mortgages. Bill Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, hinted that this option is no longer a top priority. Instead, the focus is on stopping big investors from buying up single-family homes.