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CTV News
18 hours ago
- General
- CTV News
Eagle family roosts at Mineville, N.S., woman's backyard
Nova Scotia News Eagle family roosts at Mineville, N.S., woman's backyard A Nova Scotia homeowner welcomes a family of bald eagles every year – as they nest on her roof.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Georgia Homeowner Says Neighbor Replaced 'Rotting' Shared Fence Without Permission — Then Demanded $2,000 While He Was 6 Feet Up A Tree
Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. If you've ever worried that your neighbor might do something bold, brace yourself—this one involves a surprise fence installation in Georgia, a single dad six feet up a tree, and a $2,000 demand shouted from below. In a post on Reddit titled "Neighbor installed new fencing on my property w/o permission & wants me to pay half. WWYD? Vent/Rant," a homeowner described how their neighbor took it upon himself to replace a deteriorating shared fence—then later demanded half the cost, despite never getting written approval. The "rotting and falling down" fence in question? It technically belonged to the Reddit poster, who clarified: "It's not required I have a fence. It was here when I bought the house... It's on my property. It's my fence." According to the post, the neighbor had mentioned splitting costs in earlier conversations, and the homeowner even said they'd consider it—if the neighbor sent something in writing. That never happened. Don't Miss: Accredited investors can —with up to 120% bonus shares—before this Uber-style disruption hits the public markets , which provides access to a pool of short-term loans backed by residential real estate with just a $100 minimum. Then came months of silence. Until December, when a contractor showed up to start replacing the fence. The homeowner asked who authorized the work. "The neighbor did." Still no written estimate. No heads-up. Just a new fence—paid for by someone else and installed without permission. Then, three months later, while the Reddit poster was trimming a tree, the neighbor called up from the ground and asked, "Are you gonna pay up to your half?" The bill? $2,000. "I told him I would text him something," the homeowner wrote. "I don't want to pay him. I honestly could probably sue him for putting the fence on my property without permission." He also clarified in the comments that he's located in Georgia and that the fence "is entirely on my property line, 6–8 inches away from his line (unofficially, but it's clearly on my side per the county parcel map)." Trending: With Point, you can Reddit quickly jumped into action. Many rallied behind the homeowner's logic. "There was no for sure agreement about it and he did not even send you an estimate before beginning the work," one user pointed out. "That was a bit ballsy of him to move forward." Another echoed the sentiment, calling the neighbor "not a compelling plaintiff" and suggesting that his failure to document the deal puts him on shaky legal ground. Some commenters brought up legal terms like unjust enrichment and trespass, while others urged caution: "You should have stopped the work happening on your property when you became aware of it... that was the time to settle this." Several warned that allowing the construction to continue without explicitly revoking permission could complicate the issue. One Redditor noted, "Once you knew work was being done that would result in you receiving something of value... and you allowed it to continue, you become legally liable for paying the fair value of that thing even if you didn't request it."In an edit to the original post, the homeowner shared the draft of a response they planned to send—offering to reimburse the neighbor only for materials that were actually damaged. "Given the opportunity... I would have chosen to complete the repairs myself," the note read. "Therefore, I am willing to reimburse you for the current cost of 2 full fence panels and 20 additional boards, and 6 2×4's." The tone? Firm, but practical—complete with a Lowe's shopping cart and a check. Still, the whole saga raises some bigger questions for homeowners. Is replacing a fence without permission always wrong? Should the neighbor have filed a complaint instead of hiring a contractor? And does letting the work happen—even if you didn't ask for it—put you on the hook? From one angle, the neighbor clearly overstepped. He ignored the request for written confirmation and took action without formal consent. But from another, he replaced a rotting, shared barrier and may have genuinely believed there was a handshake agreement in place. Whether or not the homeowner owes anything may depend on local ordinances, fence laws, and whether any real value was added to the property. Still, deciding to build on someone else's land without a written agreement? That's not bold—it's begging for branches to be shaken. Read Next: Warren Buffett once said, "If you don't find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die." Here's , starting today. Image: Shutterstock This article Georgia Homeowner Says Neighbor Replaced 'Rotting' Shared Fence Without Permission — Then Demanded $2,000 While He Was 6 Feet Up A Tree originally appeared on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
The Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Shoppers race to get their hands on B&M's new home collection – it's ‘giving Zara Home but on a budget'
SHOPPERS are flocking to B&M to get their hands on their new home collection that is 'giving Zara Home but on a budget.' One homeowner has shown off her haul proving that you don't need a huge budget to transform your living space. 3 3 It seems B&M is stepping up its game, offering chic pieces that give that modern aesthetic touch to your home. The homeowner, who is known as ' reynoldsresidence ' on TikTok, shared her top picks she found at her local B&M store. She managed to get her hands on a small, ribbed candle in a speckled cup, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to shelves or coffee tables. She also discovered a wonderfully soft throw, priced at just a tenner, that "honestly feels like cashmere." Its two-tone, wave design makes it a versatile piece for draping over a sofa or adding comfort to a bedroom. Another standout find was a small woven basket, a mere £4, which she plans to use for flannels in her new bathroom. She also raved about a textured, cement-like decor piece for £5, suggesting it's ideal for holding a small candle and praising its "rugged and kind of neutral vibes." Candles and diffusers were clearly a focus, with the TikToker picking up a ceramic jar candle for £5, noting its " luxury on a budget" feel, and a glass candle and matching diffuser with striking white and brown stripes, each just £4. However, the "piece de resistance" of her haul was a statement lamp, costing £20. The lamp, with its neutral shade, textured base, and waved design, perfectly fit the bill. I restored a tatty £80 sofa I got on Facebook - trolls say it looked better before but they need to trust the process Shared on 5 June, the video from @ reynoldsresidence has already amassed over 264,800 views and 96 comments as many people rush to share their thoughts. One wrote: 'There's bits in here that will give the expensive vibe and bits that shout B&M. 'The blanket and the basket shout B&M. 'No expensive house would have a star shaped basket or a pattern on the blanket. Plus that label on the candle shouts B&M.' A second added: 'Everything looks lovely! Not everyone can afford Zara.' And a third commented: 'Loved the haul, definitely taking a look in my B&M tomorrow.' B&M has just dropped its new "Quiet Luxury" homeware range, and it includes a highly anticipated Stanley cup dupe among other chic finds. Perfect for kitting out your kitchen or grabbing stylish essentials for days in the office, the range offers sophisticated designs at budget-friendly prices. You can pick up a lowball glass with a 3D pink bow in the base for just £3. To complete the look, a set of six glass drinking straws, also featuring a bow detail and coming with a cleaning brush, is available for the same price. For those on the go, a glass travel mug with a bow pattern, reminiscent of the trendy Stanley cups, can be yours for just £3.
News.com.au
3 days ago
- Business
- News.com.au
Aussie parents buy four-year-old her own $1m property
A four-year-old girl is the lucky owner of a $1m property and she may have just taken the cake for the youngest Aussie homeowner. As many Aussies struggle to become homeowners across the country, at just four years old, Willoughby won't have that same worry. Her parents, Mark Kensley and his wife Alana, decided to make the decision to not 'kick the can down the road,' and buy a home for their daughter now, rather than wait another 16 or so years to help her do it. 'She's already started telling people she has her own house,' he said. 'We've told her about (the property) and we will remind her every year …. but at four-and-a-half years old, it kind of goes in one ear and out the other.' The property the Sydney parents purchased for their daughter was a circa $1 million one-bedroom unit in the new Willoughby Grounds development. The home is in Willoughby, on Willoughby St for their daughter Willoughby – so the couple took it as a sign. 'I'm a sentimental person,' Mr Kensley said. 'We used to live in Willoughby, we fell pregnant when we were there so we named her after the suburb we lived in … I wanted to buy something that my daughter might appreciate one day, with her namesake.' Mr and Ms Kensley aren't the only ones taking this approach - parents all over the nation are forking out more money than ever before to help their kids to get a foot on the property ladder. Research by Mozo Money showed that almost 75 per cent of those don't expect anything in return and they were gifting on average $74,000. Mr Kensley said although legally the property wasn't currently in Willoughby's name, it was very much hers and as soon as she turned 18 she could do what she wanted with it. 'Live in it while she goes to university, sell it to pay for something else – who knows what, but it will be available for her to choose.' For now, it would be an investment and after living in the suburb for many years, Mr Kensley had confidence it would always have a secure tenant and hopefully pay for itself. 'It's a good development, it's quality and a great location. The bus stop is across the road, for city workers who want that convenience,' he said. 'We also have a pet cavoodle so we plan to make it pet friendly for the tenants.' Ray White's director of projects and developments Tim Abott said it was becoming commonplace for parents to do this. 'We're seeing more and more parents look to get ahead of the market — not just helping their kids into a first home, but in some cases, assisting them before they're ready,' he said. 'Willoughby Grounds has struck a particular chord with buyers. We've had people return to the suburb after years away, or in Mark's case, purchase for a child named after the area.'
Daily Telegraph
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Telegraph
Aussie parents buy four-year-old her own $1m property
A four-year-old girl is the lucky owner of a $1m property and she may have just taken the cake for the youngest Aussie homeowner. As many Aussies struggle to become homeowners across the country, at just four years old, Willoughby won't have that same worry. Her parents, Mark Kensley and his wife Alana, decided to make the decision to not 'kick the can down the road,' and buy a home for their daughter now, rather than wait another 16 or so years to help her do it. 'She's already started telling people she has her own house,' he said. 'We've told her about (the property) and we will remind her every year …. but at four-and-a-half years old, it kind of goes in one ear and out the other.' MORE:Aussie tenant slugged with $520k bill MORE: $10m blow for pub baron after mum's house seized The property the Sydney parents purchased for their daughter was a circa $1 million one-bedroom unit in the new Willoughby Grounds development. The home is in Willoughby, on Willoughby St for their daughter Willoughby – so the couple took it as a sign. 'I'm a sentimental person,' Mr Kensley said. 'We used to live in Willoughby, we fell pregnant when we were there so we named her after the suburb we lived in … I wanted to buy something that my daughter might appreciate one day, with her namesake.' Mr and Ms Kensley aren't the only ones taking this approach – parents all over the nation are forking out more money than ever before to help their kids to get a foot on the property ladder. Research by Mozo Money showed that almost 75 per cent of those don't expect anything in return and they were gifting on average $74,000. Mr Kensley said although legally the property wasn't currently in Willoughby's name, it was very much hers and as soon as she turned 18 she could do what she wanted with it. 'Live in it while she goes to university, sell it to pay for something else – who knows what, but it will be available for her to choose.' For now, it would be an investment and after living in the suburb for many years, Mr Kensley had confidence it would always have a secure tenant and hopefully pay for itself. 'It's a good development, it's quality and a great location. The bus stop is across the road, for city workers who want that convenience,' he said. 'We also have a pet cavoodle so we plan to make it pet friendly for the tenants.' Ray White's director of projects and developments Tim Abott said it was becoming commonplace for parents to do this. 'We're seeing more and more parents look to get ahead of the market — not just helping their kids into a first home, but in some cases, assisting them before they're ready,' he said. 'Willoughby Grounds has struck a particular chord with buyers. We've had people return to the suburb after years away, or in Mark's case, purchase for a child named after the area.' MORE: Horror state of Aus' share houses exposed Aus suburbs where homes sell fastest – and slowest 'Just wanted to play': Mining bid stirs asbestos grief
