Author: Money Mechanics

The Lone Star state has a shiny new real estate star in the form of a spectacular Dallas castle that is rising in prominence after returning to the market for just under $7 million. Deep in one of the city’s most exclusive gated suburbs, the grand lakeside estate looks like a modern-day fairy tale palace, having been built to mirror the historic castles of old—albeit with a much more luxurious, forward-thinking spin. The more than 10,000-square-foot residence at 2105 Bayshore Drive is now being offered for $6.99 million, down from its $8.75 million listing price in August 2025.And while the…

I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Francis de Souza, COO of Google Cloud, backstage at an event in Los Angeles. Amid the din around us, de Souza, who speaks in the calm, measured manner of a university professor, offered useful advice for companies navigating the AI security moment we’re all living through, noting that “there’ll be a transition period, and then I think we get to this better place.” He wasn’t speaking about Google at that moment, but it’s clear that even Google is still figuring things out. De Souza’s core message was one security professionals have…

This week’s Baker Hughes Rig Count shows that the U.S. increased by 7 last week, resulting in a total count of 558 rigs. Canada increased by 14 over last week, resulting in a total Canadian count of 138 rigs. Breakdown by region Of the regions tracked by Baker Hughes, the Cana Woodford, Eagle Ford and Permian regions experienced an increase this week. Meanwhile, 2 regions experienced a decrease this week: The Barnett is down 1, at 0. The Haynesville is down 1, at 55. Major Basin Variances This Week +/- Ardmore Woodford 2 0 Arkoma Woodford 1 0 Barnett 0…

Now that meteorologists warn that the El Niño climate pattern could bring heavier rainfall to certain areas of the U.S., protecting your home’s foundation should be top of mind.And grading is the most affordable, effective way to do just that.“Proper grading and drainage corrections are relatively inexpensive compared to major structural repairs. It’s always cheaper to manage water than to repair a damaged foundation,” explains Hayden Slack, owner and general manager at G.L. Hunt Foundation Repair in Fort Worth, TX.Ultimately, being proactive can mean the difference between minor drainage maintenance and an expensive foundation repair bill. What is grading?Grading is the…

U.S. commercial crude inventories have erased their entire 2026 build in just five weeks, with massive Strategic Petroleum Reserve releases masking what would otherwise be a far steeper supply drawdown. Global oil markets are increasingly relying on emergency reserves and inventory drawdowns to offset lost supply from the Strait of Hormuz crisis, while demand destruction has remained surprisingly limited. Analysts warn that inventories are finite and physical oil systems cannot quickly normalize even if Hormuz reopens, raising the risk of tighter markets and higher prices later this year. The oil market still looks surprisingly calm for a system that has…

In this edition of Just Listed–a series from Redfin News that explores homes that are listed by Redfin or Compass agents on Redfin.com–we’re exploring a penthouse in Lincoln Park, Chicago. The three-bedroom condo sits inside a former cookie factory originally built in 1890. Photo credit: Burt Sudhaung A top-floor condo in the heart of Lincoln Park is bringing together two things Chicago buyers rarely find in one home: authentic industrial history and meticulous modern renovation. Located at 958 W. Willow St. #4, the $999,900 three-bedroom, two-bathroom condo sits inside a former cookie factory originally built in 1890. It has since…

David Barbosa is one of the most prestigious brokers in the idyllic suburb of Westfield, NJ, with regular listings valued in the multimillions.But in 2019, he was handed the strangest listing he’d ever had: a gorgeous 1905 Dutch Colonial at 657 Boulevard that had been at the center of one of the town’s most chilling mysteries.The trouble began in 2014 when Derek and Maria Broaddus bought the $1.35 million six-bedroom dream home, only to be targeted by a series of anonymous, blood-curdling letters from a stalker calling themselves “The Watcher.”Eight months later, fearing for their safety, the couple put the…

Quick Read Solana has delivered positive returns in three out of the last five calendar years. Solana posted over 11,000% gains in 2021 and a 94% drop in 2022, which were the wildest swings of any top ten crypto across the period. Solana could reach $180-$220 in 2026, and rally to $650-$800 by the end of 2031—driven by ETF inflows, network upgrades, and real-world adoptions across many industries. The analyst who called NVIDIA in 2010 just named his top 10 AI stocks. Get them here FREE. Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) has delivered positive returns in three out of the last five…

Prospective buyers arrive during an open house in Rancho Cucamonga, California, US, on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Kyle Grillot | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesMortgage rates continued to climb higher last week, dampening demand for loans from both current homeowners and potential homebuyers. They also pushed consumers to riskier loans that offer lower rates.Total mortgage application volume dropped 2.3% from the previous week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s seasonally adjusted index. The weekly average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances, $832,750 or less, increased last week to 6.56% from 6.46%, with points decreasing to 0.60…

Memorial Day weekend is here, and since the holiday unofficially kickstarts the summer season, it’s the perfect time to get your yard, deck, and patio in shape for parties, barbecues, and outdoor movie nights. You can find everything from electric lawn mowers to portably battery systems on sale, to help you create the ultimate outdoor entertainment space or keep your garden happy and healthy. Whether you need lawn care equipment or portable power solutions, I’ve found some of the best outdoor deals available from Amazon, Lowe’s, and other retailers to help you make quick work of your lawn and garden prep.…