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The Basics of Making an Offer on a House

The Basics of Making an Offer on a House

Like marriage, home-buying is one part love, one part legal transaction, and starts with a proposal. When you’re ready to buy a home, [making an offer is important](https://www.realtor.com/advice/buy/how-much-below-asking-price-should-you-offer-on-a-house/): oral promises are not legally enforceable in real estate sales. Real estate professionals usually have a variety of standard forms (including Residential Purchase Agreements) kept up to

AI’s search for more energy is growing more urgent

AI’s search for more energy is growing more urgent

This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here. If you drove by one of the 2,990 data centers in the United States, you’d probably think little more than “Huh, that’s a boring-looking building.” You might not even notice it……

Best Cities for Renters as Minimum Wages Rise and Cost of Housing Falls

Best Cities for Renters as Minimum Wages Rise and Cost of Housing Falls

Renters across the U.S. have something to cheer about: Rents declined in November, making it a bit more affordable for many—especially those earning minimum wage. Across the 50 largest metros, the median rent was $1,703—down $17 from last month and $57 from its peak in August 2022, according to a new Realtor.com® report. The median