Best Places to Live 2024

Contributors: Adam Hardy

Adam Hardy

Lead data journalist | Joined June 2024

Adam Hardy is a lead data journalist at Money, where he frequently reports on financial barriers that affect low-income Americans. Adam’s work has also appeared in Business Insider, Forbes, Nasdaq, The Penny Hoarder, Yahoo! Finance and many other outlets.

Has also written:

A U.S. Debt Default Could Send the Housing Market Into a 'Deep Freeze'
Buyers and Sellers Agree: The Housing Market Is Pretty Rough Right Now
The 10 Most (and Least) Affordable Cities for Rent on a Minimum Wage
The 10 Best Places to Live in the Midwest
The 10 Best Places to Live in the West

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, Brenden Rearick

Brenden Rearick

Reporter | Joined March 2023

Brenden Rearick is an experienced personal finance journalist at Money, covering investing, mortgages, real estate, retirement and credit. His work has appeared in the Week, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the Miami Herald and NASDAQ.com.

Has also written:

Many Homeowners Couldn't Afford Their Current House at Today's Prices
The 10 Top Cities for First-Time Homebuyers, According to Zillow
Here's Where Mortgage Rates and Home Prices Are Heading, According to Zillow and Redfin
What Does ‘Affordable Housing’ Actually Mean?
The Share of Homes for Sale With Price Drops Hits a Record High

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, Kaitlin Mulhere

Kaitlin Mulhere

Editor | Joined March 2015

Kaitlin Mulhere is an editor at Money.com. Since joining in 2015, she’s written and edited about a variety of personal finance topics, including banks, credit, student debt, saving strategies and more.

Has also written:

The 3 Best Money Moves for June
The Average Tuition Discount at Private Colleges Hits 52%, a Record High
Federal Student Loan Interest Rates Are About to Increase
FAFSA Update: What to Do if You're Still Waiting for a College Financial Aid Letter
FAFSA 'Crisis' Continues With Delayed Financial Aid Letters, Fewer Students Applying

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, Leslie Cook

Leslie Cook

Editor, Real Estate | Joined November 2019

Leslie Cook is Money’s lead mortgage reporter covering trends in the housing market, mortgage rates and real estate. She also writes about home renovation trends and tips.

Has also written:

As Home Values Soar, Americans Are Sitting on Record High Home Equity
Housing Market Predictions: What Buyers and Sellers Can Expect This Spring
Massive Realtor Lawsuit Settlement Will Change How Homes Are Bought and Sold
Everything to Know About Biden's $10,000 Homebuyer Tax Credit Proposal
Here's How the White House Plans to Bridge the Racial Homeownership Gap

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, Julia Glum

Julia Glum

News Editor | Joined February 2018

Julia Glum joined Money in 2018 and specializes in covering financial trends that affect everyday Americans' wallets. She also writes Dollar Scholar, a weekly newsletter that teaches young adults how to navigate the messy world of money.

Has also written:

Here Are the Top 10 Cities for First-Time Homebuyers in 2023
Freddie Mac Confirms There's a Major Racial Gap in Home Appraisals
When Social Security Recipients Will Get Their Checks in June
Should the New York Stock Exchange Be Open 24 Hours a Day?
Dollar Scholar Asks: Why Are Some Credit Cards Metal?

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, Mallika Mitra

Mallika Mitra

Investing Editor | Joined May 2020

Mallika Mitra is a reporter at Money covering money trends, investing and cryptocurrency. Her work has also appeared in Bloomberg News, CNBC and elsewhere.

Has also written:

More People Refinanced Mortgages This Year, But They're Less Happy With Their Lenders
'They're Like Unicorns': The Number of Home Sales Under $200,000 Is Shrinking Dramatically
A No-Nonsense Guide to Babyproofing Your Home
Can't Make the Tax Deadline? Here's How to File for an Extension or Set up a Payment Plan With the IRS
How Much Should You Save for Retirement?

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, Mary Ellen Cagnassola

Mary Ellen Cagnassola

Reporter | Joined June 2024

Mary Ellen (M.E.) Cagnassola joined Money as a reporter in 2022 covering retirement, housing, employment, personal debt, lifestyle and more. Her reporting is informed by a dedication to service and equity.

Has also written:

10 U.S. Cities Where Home Prices Have Doubled the Fastest
Outdoor TVs, ‘She Sheds’ and Other Features That Can Boost a Home’s Sale Price
Down Payment Assistance: These States Will Give You Money to Buy a House
You Can Still Find Homes Under $350,000 in These 10 Cities
Optimism About Mortgage Rates Reaches a Record High: Fannie Mae

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and Pete Grieve

Pete Grieve

Reporter | Joined June 2024

Pete Grieve is a personal finance reporter. In his time at Money, Pete has covered everything from car buying to credit cards to the housing market.

Has also written:

The Share of Homes for Sale With Price Cuts Hit a 6-Year High
Why People Are Giving up on Buying Vacation Homes
The Cost of Buying a House Reaches a New Record High
Homes Worth $1 Million or More Are Now the Standard in 550 Cities
Why the Best Time to Sell a House Is Shifting Later in the Year

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