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Your City’s ‘Hoofprint’ Could Affect Your Home’s Sustainability Score

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Map showing carbon hoof prints across the continental U.S.

Almost 20 years ago, after a harrowing experience watching “Food, Inc.,” I decided to become vegetarian. I told my parents my choice was motivated in equal parts by wanting to do what’s right for animals and for the environment. They rolled their eyes. It was an admittedly dramatic stand. But what none of us realized … Read more

California Billionaires Could Get Hit With 5% Wealth Tax—Here’s How It Will Affect the Housing Market

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appealing property taxes

California’s billionaires may be on the hook for a one-time 5% tax on their net worth to help the state fund health care for low-income residents after sweeping federal cuts to Medicaid—a move that could generate about $100 billion in revenue but potentially shake up the local housing market’s luxury segment.  Last week, the Service … Read more