Author: Money Mechanics

Already registered or subscriber? Please log in to continue reading Want to keep reading? Unlock your free article — Your gateway to Property Intelligence Register FREE and enjoy one complimentary article every month, packed with: Daily market briefings so you act faster on deals and developments Finance insights to manage risk and spot opportunities. Expert analysis that informs strategy and builds credibility Sector-specific intelligence to identify risks and opportunities. Legal and compliance updates to stay on the right side of regulation. People moves to keep you connected with industry leaders. Ready for more? Subscribe today for unlimited access to…

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETFollow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google.The latest Apple AirTag is finally on sale this Fourth of July weekend. We’re currently seeing a $10 discount on the AirTag 4-pack, bringing the bundle’s price down to $89 — that works out to just about $22 per AirTag. If you’re looking for a deal on a single AirTag, you can get one for $27, a $2 discount.Also: The best July 4th deals: Save on Anker, Garmin, Apple, and moreThe Apple AirTag is arguably the most reliable Bluetooth tracker for iPhone users, one that is natively compatible with iOS. The newest…

If the Founding Fathers were alive today, they’d probably have a lot to say. They’d also be very rich.That’s because many framers of the Constitution owned some spectacular real estate. And if these properties were currently on the market, they would command a pretty penny (while also possibly being pictured on the back of a nickel).From George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate to Alexander Hamilton’s Manhattan home known as The Grange, these homes are iconic pieces of American history that deserve to remain held in the public trust in perpetuity, to educate and inspire future generations.But if they did hit the…

Two hundred and fifty years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence, a new commercial from Google asks: What if the Founding Fathers had access to Google Workspace? With the tagline “Group project, but make it 1776,” the ad depicts a largely unseen Thomas Jefferson mid-draft when he gets a nagging text from Ben Franklin, leading to a very Google-centric collaboration process. Edits are suggested in Google Docs, a meeting gets scheduled in Google Calendar and conducted remotely via Google Meet (with every single attendee apparently turning their camera off?), then the whole thing is finalized with e-signatures; cue…

(Investing) – Oil prices fell on Thursday as traders continued to assess mediated U.S.-Iran negotiations, with hopes for improving supply expectations keeping pressure on the market despite lingering geopolitical uncertainty. At 08:01 ET (12:01 GMT), Brent crude futures, the global oil benchmark, declined 1.7% to $70.38 a barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures dipped 1.9% to $67.25 a barrel. Markets were digesting the outcome of indirect U.S.-Iran talks in Doha, where negotiators concluded two days of technical discussions without a breakthrough toward a lasting peace agreement, although Qatar said the talks made positive progress and both sides agreed to continue negotiations.…

A historical New England Colonial located at the heart of a stunning wildlife habitat has been put on the market for $850,000 in one of Connecticut’s most storied towns.The 1.49-acre property, which is located within Wilton’s historical district, is a sight to behold, particularly in the summer months, when the landscaped lawns and native gardens are positively bursting with vibrant colors. However, the natural beauty of the property, which spans just under 1.5 acres, stretches well beyond the backyard; the home and its surrounding land are all part of the Pollinator Pathway Project, a local initiative that encourages residents in…

ASML (NASDAQ: ASML) is off to a strong start this year, with shares climbing more than 64% as of this writing. When a stock trades around $1,000, shareholders and investors interested in the company start wondering if a split will happen. Being near $1,800 per share, like ASML, further increases that interest level. However, even if ASML’s stock price crosses $2,000, there’s no guarantee a split will occur. Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a “Double Down” signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same “Total Conviction” signal is…

A 57,000 payroll print pulled September hike pricing back toward a coin toss, helping gold reclaim short-term support. The larger trend still needs a break above the 50-day average to stabilize. $4,191.90 AUG GOLD FUTURES +1.6% (Reuters, 0744 GMT) $4,179.42 SPOT XAU/USD +1.4%, 6-day high +2.2% WEEKLY GAIN first since May 29 wk 57K JUNE NFP vs 110K expected 4.2% UNEMPLOYMENT participation fell 54% SEP HIKE ODDS from 66% pre-data 2-wk low DOLLAR INDEX weekly drop 47.2 RSI(14) PRE-NFP FXStreet daily A Relief Bid Built on Softer Data is set to close a volatile week higher after the undershot expectations…

The European Central Bank’s Christine Lagarde has declined to rule out an early end to her term as president, as she mulls a foray into French politics. Lagarde, whose term as ECB President ends in October 2027, told French newspaper Les Echos an early departure is “possible” ahead of the country’s presidential elections that year. “I think a European voice must be heard in the French presidential debate,” Lagarde said. “If this debate were to present a perspective that diminishes France’s place within Europe, I think it would be necessary to explain why this would be a painful path for…

Over the past few months, Microsoft has made headlines by offering a select group of employees the chance to take an early-retirement package.This is the first time Microsoft has made an offer like this, and as the employees who have elected to take the package begin to make their exit, it’s become clear that this offer has a lot to teach all of us about retirement planning and readiness.The offerMicrosoft rolled out what it is calling a Voluntary Retirement Program (VRP), a one-time offer for certain employees to retire early with a specific set of benefits. Employees who have elected…