Color idioms we can't resist: Why do we say ‘green thumb,' 'out of the blue' and more?

Why do we use the popular expressions "green thumb," "out of the blue," and "paint the town red"? Check out the possible origin stories of these three often-used idioms today.

Florida landlord evicted squatters one year ago, her story helped pass a bill to protect homeowners

Last year, Patti Peeples' home was taken over by squatters. Since their eviction, which happened 36 days after they arrived at the house, Peeples has fought for property owners' rights.

As Hawaiians struggle to find affordable housing after Lahaina wildfire, lawmakers reconsider vacation rentals

Hawaii lawmakers seek to balance demands of citizens who are struggling to find affordable housing and the interests of short-term rental owners and the tourism industry.

6 ways homeowners and landlords can protect themselves against squatters

Daniel Phillips, who specializes in landlord and tenant disputes, offers six helpful ways homeowners and landlords can prevent squatters before nightmare scenarios unfold.

Gordon Ramsay’s pub taken over by brazen squatters who threaten legal action if evicted

A $16.1 million pub and hotel owned by celebrity chef Gordan Ramsay has been taken over by squatters who are refusing to leave and threating legal action against eviction.