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TOKYO — Long-abandoned homes in Japan are bringing down the values of surrounding properties, with losses reaching 3.9 trillion yen ($24.7 billion) over the five years through 2023, new calculations show. The large sum underscores the scale of a problem that is fueling a vicious cycle of plummeting prices and more unsold properties. The data was compiled by the Japan Akiya Consortium, which brings together 14 companies and a research institution to tackle the problem of abandoned homes — or akiya in Japanese. The figures were based on 2023 government statistics and research by the Center for Real Estate Innovation at the University of Tokyo.  The… CONTINUE READING…

Welcome to country living in Marion Center, Pennsylvania. This property has a very old farmhouse built back in the 1780s. Inside, there are five large bedrooms: 15×17, 15×15, 15×8, 15×8, and 15×17. There are also two full bathrooms. The kitchen is 15×15, and the living room is 15×17. The house has a basement too. The total living space is 2,080 square feet. The farmhouse needs remodeling and renovation. It has a forced air natural gas heating system. Outside, there are two off-street parking spaces and some outbuildings. This property is great for someone looking to restore a piece of history… CONTINUE READING…

The unassuming beauty of the Trinity County, California countryside belied the lurking danger that would soon unfold. Erin Wilson, a resident of the area, was enjoying a tranquil afternoon with her beloved Belgian Malinois, Eva. The pair were engaged in a leisurely walk along the riverbank, a routine they had shared countless times before. Little did they know, this idyllic moment would soon transform into a harrowing ordeal that would test their bond to its limits. Eva’s heroic intervention As they strolled along the river’s edge, their peaceful reverie was abruptly shattered by the sound of a ferocious roar. A… CONTINUE READING…

Blake Shelton wrote a touching tribute to his friend Joe Bonsall after his death.From 1973 to 2024, Joe played in the country and gospel band The Oak Ridge Boys. The 48-year-old Blake shared a picture of himself singing on stage with The Oak Ridge Boys on Tuesday. No one knows for sure when and where the picture was taken. “I’m so sad to hear about the death of my friend Joe Bonsall,” he wrote on his Instagram Stories. “I’ve NEVER seen Joe when he wasn’t smiling and completely full of life.” Blake went on, “He loved singing more than anyone… CONTINUE READING…

Looking for a delicious and easy dinner idea? Try this Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe! It’s packed with flavor and perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Ingredients Instructions Tips for the Best Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles Why You’ll Love This Recipe This Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe is:

You’ll be hooked on the creamy filling! Oh my gosh, guys, if you’re looking for a silky smooth, decadent dessert with a flavor so rich and delicious it’ll have you begging for more, this is the recipe for you. While we all know and love the classic cream pies – banana and coconut = crowd favorites – we’ve got a different one for you today that we can easily see overthrowing the traditional faves. Embracing a slightly more autumnal flavor, this is a maple sugar cream pie, and WOW is it good. In case you haven’t made a cream pie… CONTINUE READING…

Most stories will tell you that San Francisco has two octagon homes. Both are pristinely maintained historic landmarks and sometimes even open for tours. But a third, often forgotten eight-sided house sits abandoned among the cypress woods on the cliff tops of Lands End. The unusually shaped home on the hill above the Cliff House was once one of the most important structures in San Francisco. Officially named the Point Lobos Marine Exchange Lookout Station, the building’s sole purpose was to let the city know who was sailing toward the bay. A lookout station existed at Lands End as far back as… CONTINUE READING…