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☆ Hurricane Milton, now a Category 5 storm, threatens an already-battered Florida
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Geoff Weiss | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Hurricane Milton has intensified into a Category 5 storm, the highest classification. It's set to make landfall on Wednesday in Florida, which is still reeling from Hurricane Helene. Milton is expected to smash into the state as federal disaster funds are already running out. Hurricane Milton intensified into a Category 5 storm — the most severe classification — in the Gulf of Mexico on Monday and is expected to make landfall in Florida on Wednesday. And that was before Milton intensified in the Gulf Coast and threatened to deal Florida another crushing blow.

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☆ The states where rent is going up the fastest — and the slowest
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-16 | by ( Noah Sheidlower | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

States such as Maine, New Mexico, and Utah have seen the largest percent increases in median gross rent — which includes rent and utility costs — between 2022 and 2023. The median housing cost for renters increased from $1,354 to $1,406 during this period. The census data covers increases between 2022 and 2023, and more recent data shows that cost growth has continued this year. According to national Redfin data, rents increased slightly nationwide in September 2024 compared to the year prior, at 0.9%, and are now $1,645 for all rental sizes. The ACS reveals some racial inequities among cost-burdened households.

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☆ These 10 U.S. cities offer the highest quality of life for retirees—none are in Florida
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-15 | by ( Cheyenne Devon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Hawaii is home to the top two retirement destinations with the highest quality of life, per WalletHub's analysis. While Florida is home to the two best overall U.S. cities for retirees, when it comes to quality of life specifically, the first Florida town on the list comes in at 17th place. "Quality of life metrics focus on aspects like the share of elderly residents, poverty rates among seniors, community support and environmental conditions," WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo tells CNBC Make It. "Together, these metrics help identify cities that offer a supportive, enriching environment for retirees." Here are the top 10 cities in the U.S. to retire for the highest quality of life, according to WalletHub.

Persons: WalletHub, Chip Lupo Organizations: Pearl City, Tax Foundation, for Community, Economic Research, . Census, CNBC Locations: U.S, Hawaii, Honolulu, Florida

☆ Canada and New Zealand are among the 10 best countries for a comfortable retirement—the U.S. didn't make the list
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-13 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

U.S. News and World Report ranked the best countries for a comfortable retirement in 2024. A recent U.S. News and World Report ranked the best countries for a comfortable retirement based on an international survey of nearly 17,000 people and a subset of 5,900 respondents in their mid-40s and older. Switzerland is the best country for a comfortable retirementFor the second year in a row, Switzerland is the best country for a comfortable retirement. The 10 best countries for a comfortable retirementSwitzerland New Zealand Portugal Australia Spain Canada Denmark Netherlands Sweden Luxembourg New Zealand is the No. 2 best country to retire comfortably, up two spots from last year.

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☆ Big Tech gets a big win from the Supreme Court
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-01 | by ( Grace Eliza Goodwin | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Read previewThe Supreme Court isn't willing to blow up the internet just yet. The Texas law applied to social media companies with at least 50 million users, while Florida included companies with over 100 million users. As Judge Andrew Oldham wrote in his appeals court decision upholding the Texas law, the Florida law "prohibits all censorship of some speakers," while the Texas law "prohibits some censorship of all speakers." Part of the reason the Supreme Court might have agreed to hear the cases to begin with is because there was a circuit split between the states. But Calvert said on Monday that because the high court's decision is so favorable to the social media companies, that's not likely to happen.

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☆ 2024 Stanley Cup Final Game 7: Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers set for historic showdown
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-24 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

Game 7 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers will decide which team will lift the famous trophy. It sets up a winner-takes-all final game in what has been a thrilling series. While Florida have three times missed the opportunity to claim the organization’s first title, one final victory will write the team into the history books. Edmonton's Stuart Skinner (left) makes a save from Florida's Sam Reinhart during Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final. Going into Game 7, I can’t really expect what kind of game it’s going to be.

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You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Indeed, Florida hosts some of the best spots to retire, according to a new ranking from real-estate website Realtor.com. AdvertisementWhile Florida is showing up and showing out, you don't necessarily have to head south to find an ideal post-career destination — your affordable retirement might just be down the Jersey Shore. Here are the top 10 spots to retire, according to Realtor.com, what it costs to live there, and what they're best known for.

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☆ 2 states where home prices are falling because there are too many houses and not enough buyers
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-26 | by ( Filip De Mott | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Despite a US housing shortage, Florida and Texas have too much supply, Redfin said. AdvertisementA lack of US housing has fenced off most would-be buyers, but two states are dealing with the opposite problem — an overflow of homes. According to Redfin, Florida and Texas have properties stagnating on the market, as demand is shifting away from these areas. The number of homes also jumped 25% in McAllen, Texas, Redfin reported on Thursday. Of the country's top 10 metros where sellers were most likely to slash listed prices, seven are located in these two states.

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☆ California, not Florida, is home to the richest retirement towns in the U.S., according to a new report
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-29 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

There's plenty of towns across the U.S. where Americans can retire affordably and live out their golden years without breaking the bank. Earlier this month, personal finance site GoBankingRates.com ranked the richest retirement towns in the country. Of the 10 richest retirement towns in the country, the wealthiest has a median household income of $166,747 while the No. 10 town's median income is $124,460. California towns dominated the list, with the Golden State being home to not only the richest retirement town in the country but also four of the top 10.

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☆ These are the 10 U.S. cities with the best quality of life—none are in Florida
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-25 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

U.S. News and World Report recently released its annual ranking of U.S. cities with the best quality of life. Cities were ranked based on the following factors:Crime RatesQuality of EducationWell-beingCommuter IndexQuality and availability of healthcareAir quality indexFederal Emergency Management AgencyData from a March 2023 public survey was used to rank the cities, the report notes. While Florida is synonymous with retirement, not a single city in the Sunshine State ranked in the top 10, according to the U.S. News and World Report.

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☆ Young people are flocking to Florida. It's boosting the state's economy, but living there comes with hidden costs.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-19 | by ( Cork Gaines | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Florida, which has long attracted new residents thanks to its beaches and absence of state income tax, is getting an economic boost driven by young Americans seeking new opportunities. AdvertisementYoung people are driving Florida's economic strength. Getty ImagesFlorida's economy is growing thanks to the newcomersFlorida's population surge is driving the state's robust economy and demand for housing. The Sunshine State's economy is projected by Wells Fargo to expand in 2024, propelled by a robust job market. Thanks to the more damaging weather, Floridians paid more for home insurance in 2023 and the second-most for car insurance compared with other states.

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☆ Florida is the No. 1 state to retire in 2024—No. 2 is nearly 2,000 miles away
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-27 | by ( Cheyenne Devon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Florida has regained its status as the best state for retirees in 2024. That's according to WalletHub's latest "Best and Worst States to Retire" study. The state doesn't levy any income tax, which means income from Social Security and withdrawals from retirement accounts won't be taxed at the state level. If you prefer mountains over beaches, Colorado ranks as the second-best state for retirees, according to WalletHub. And although Colorado partially taxes income from Social Security and withdrawals from retirement accounts, the state allows for tax deductions for certain retirement income sources for qualified taxpayers.

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☆ A Gen Xer who moved to Phoenix from Kansas said while he's paying more for his house and summers are brutal, there's much more to do
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-21 | by ( Noah Sheidlower | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

He settled in Overland Park, Kansas, a city near Kansas City with about 200,000 residents. Ty, who asked to use just his first name for privacy reasons, settled on Phoenix, and moved there in 2023. While Kansas has an income tax of 5.7% on income above $30,000, Arizona has an income tax of 2.5%. While Florida has no income tax, he was drawn in more by the Phoenix area. He's noticed many new residents in Phoenix who have moved from neighboring states, which he didn't observe as much in Kansas.

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☆ A Florida boomer said he 'can't move back to California fast enough' due to better weather and a calmer lifestyle
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-15 | by ( Noah Sheidlower | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Prevesk moved to Florida in 2018 for a business opportunity after his mother died. The constant heat and "disingenuous" lifestyle he's experienced in Florida have pushed him to look for residences in California once again — and he's willing to pay up. He knew as a kid that moving to Florida or California would be the goal. Still, neither Florida nor California has given him the sense of community he had in New York. AdvertisementIn addition to Southern California, Prevesk is also potentially looking to move to Colorado or Utah for their nature and similar cost of living to Florida.

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☆ These 16 states are already in a recession
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-29 | by ( Noah Sheidlower | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Sixteen US states' economies contracted between July and October, according to the Philadelphia Fed. While some economists believe a recession may come in the next year, the economies of 33 states grew. Meanwhile, looking at just the past month, 27 states experienced economic contraction. AdvertisementThe economies of sixteen US states contracted between July and October, even as economists are still betting the US can avoid a recession. Looking at month-over-month rates, 27 states experienced economic contraction, while just 16 grew.

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☆ Top donors increasingly believe Nikki Haley can topple Trump in the GOP presidential primaries and they're telling others to open up their checkbooks
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-25 | by ( John L. Dorman | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

As Nikki Haley has risen in polls, so has her viability among top political donors, per The Times. Some donors are describing Haley's candidacy as one that's creating enthusiasm among party leaders. GOP donor Eric Levine told The Times that Trump's air of inevitability has "peeled away completely." I would certainly like her over Trump," Langone, who's donated to Haley's campaign, told the newspaper. "His aura of invincibility is just peeled away completely," Levine said, pointing to Haley's polling surge among GOP voters.

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☆ A Florida boomer said he 'can't move back to California fast enough' due to better weather and calmer lifestyle
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-11 | by ( Noah Sheidlower | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

A boomer living in Sarasota, Florida, said he can't wait to move back to California. The former Los Angeles resident said Florida's weather and lifestyle have driven him to house hunt. Prevesk moved to Florida in 2018 for a business opportunity after his mother died. He knew as a kid that moving to Florida or California would be the goal. AdvertisementAdvertisementIn addition to Southern California, Prevesk is also potentially looking to move to Colorado or Utah for their nature and similar cost of living to Florida.

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☆ Adam Johnson: Ice hockey players have been ‘stubborn’ about wearing neck protection. That might be about to change
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-10 | by ( Manav Tanneeru | George Ramsay | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

CNN —A “crazy amount of emotions” ran through TJ Oshie’s mind as he watched footage of what would be American hockey player Adam Johnson’s final moments on the ice. The English Ice Hockey Association has announced that all players must wear neck guards from the start of next year, and the Pittsburgh Penguins, Johnson’s former NHL team, are mandating neck guards for their minor league players, coach Mike Sullivan has said. In the NHL, neck guards – let alone neck coverings of any kind – are not a common sight. “I think there is a machismo within ice hockey where you’re seen as being something less if you choose to wear more protective equipment,” ice hockey broadcaster Seth Bennett tells CNN Sport. Warroad’s neck guards are fitted with Kevlar and steel components, ensuring that they have enough stiffness to stay upright and offer effective coverage around the neck.

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☆ Home Insurance Premiums Are Way Up—Here’s How to Lower Yours
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-09 | by ( Aly J. Yale | ) www.wsj.com time to read: +5 min

The average home insurance premium increased 21% between May 2022 and May 2023, according to recent analysis by insurance marketplace Policygenius. “To help pay for these higher costs, insurers have increased policy premiums on homeowners in both high- and low-risk areas,” says Pat Howard, a home insurance expert at Policygenius. “Even homeowners in places that don’t experience a lot of extreme weather, like Vermont and New Hampshire, are facing relatively high increases.”Fortunately, if your home insurance premiums rise, you don’t have to take it lying down. How to reduce home insurance premiums at renewal timeMore than 9 out of 10 homeowners who renewed their policies this May saw an uptick in premiums, according to Policygenius. How to reduce home insurance premiums as a new homeownerIf you’re just now buying a home, the tips are much the same: Shop around, look for discounts and consider bundling your home insurance policy with other insurance policies you might need—such as life insurance or car insurance.

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Maine is the latest state to address foreign influence in elections. The Maine referendum on the Nov. 7 ballot would ban foreign governments, or companies with 5% or more foreign government ownership, from donating to future referendum races. The Maine proposal is straightforward by targeting foreign governments and companies owned by them, while leaving untouched foreign-based corporations with no government ownership. The idea of foreign influence in U.S. elections is something that unites people in an era of deep partisan divisions. “Of course we shouldn’t have foreign governments meddling in our elections.”___Follow David Sharp on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, @David_Sharp_AP

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“Tim Scott is all in on Iowa,” Scott's campaign manager Jennifer DeCasper said in an emailed statement. Scott has already held more than 40 campaign events in Iowa, and blanketed the airwaves since entering the race in May. The total is more than for any other combined presidential campaign and supporting super PAC. Scott's campaign has purchased more television and digital ads in the state than any other candidate through their individual campaign. Never Back Down, the super PAC supporting DeSantis, has spent the most on advertising of any entity in Iowa.

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ATLANTA (AP) — The state of Georgia will start paying for gender-affirming health care for state employees, public school teachers and former employees covered by a state health insurance plan, settling another in a string of lawsuits against Georgia agencies aiming to force them to pay for gender-confirmation surgery and other procedures. The December lawsuit argued the insurance plan illegally discriminated by refusing to pay for gender-affirming care. But Brown said Thursday's settlement requires the health plan to pay for care deemed medically necessary for spouses and dependents as well as employees. That means the health plan could be required to pay for care for minors outside the state even though it's prohibited in Georgia. “The plan can’t treat the care any differently from other care that’s not available in the state,” Brown said.

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☆ GOP shutdown politics rock Washington as Trump and Biden head for a swing-state showdown
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-25 | by ( Stephen Collinson | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

CNN —President Joe Biden and his Oval Office predecessor, Donald Trump, are about to wage the most direct showdown yet of their possible rematch as far-right House Republicans drive the nation to the brink of a government shutdown. Trump, seeking to sow dysfunction on Biden’s watch and advance his political goals as the GOP front-runner for 2024, is goading his loyalists to shut Washington down. Michigan – which Trump won in 2016 but Biden pulled back into the Democratic column in 2020 – will again be a vital general election state. With the political heat over a potential shutdown rising, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg toured Sunday political talk shows to pressure Republicans. He wrote on his Truth Social network that the shutdown was the “last chance to defund these political prosecutions against me and other Patriots.

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☆ Florida’s already-volatile insurance industry is bracing for Hurricane Idalia
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-29 | by ( Eva Rothenberg | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

New York CNN —As it churns toward the disaster-prone Sunshine State, Hurricane Idalia could be a litmus test for Florida’s increasingly volatile and expensive insurance landscape. Despite several insurance companies exiting Florida, experts say the state’s residents are still mostly covered this hurricane season. “Florida’s property insurance market remains very volatile, but the insurance industry is well-capitalized to pay Idalia claims,” he added. Enrollment in flood insurance has seen a steady uptick every month since October 2022, according to the latest FEMA data. While Florida has the highest flood insurance enrollment rate of any state, Friedlander said only 18% have flood insurance through either federal or private insurers.

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The raucous two-hour debate offered a view of the deep challenges the contenders face in seeking to dislodge Trump from his perch at the top of the field. The debate took place a day before Trump planned to surrender in Atlanta to face charges he sought to overturn his election loss in the state. That led to a sharp back-and-forth between Christie, Trump's biggest critic among Republican candidates, and Ramaswamy, Trump's most ardent defender. In the most recent Reuters/Ipsos poll released this month, Trump held 47% of the Republican vote nationally, with DeSantis dropping six percentage points from July to 13%. Moderators Martha MacCallum and Bret Baier, both Fox News hosts, started the debate by asking about the U.S. economy.

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