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LA ranks among most expensive U.S. cities for renters, yet buying a home is even harder

Three of the five most expensive rental markets in the U.S. are in California, including Los Angeles, but data showed that purchasing a home...

Used car prices surge again amid returning inventory shortages, expected to last until 2027

After a period of stabilization, used car prices are once again on the rise due to a tightening supply. According to the U.S. Department of...

Korean restaurant ‘Seoul Sister’ debuts in Downtown Disney, bringing bibimbap to the spotlight

A Korean-led restaurant has been selected in the competitive bidding process for the Parkside Market dining space in Anaheim's Downtown Disney. The spotlight is on...

80% of drivers struggle to keep up with rising car insurance premium

A Korean-American driver who recently relocated from Alhambra to Los Angeles Koreatown was shocked when his car insurance bill nearly doubled, despite having a...

Korean businesses launch Valentine’s Day deals amid holiday shopping surge

This year, Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday, coinciding with the extended Presidents’ Day weekend (February 17)—a combination that has raised expectations among Korean...

Wildfire-damaged homes hit market, what to know before buying damaged properties

In the aftermath of the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County, an increasing number of homeowners are choosing to sell their damaged properties at...

Korean wellness brand Hyzen sees rapid growth in U.S. market

In the post-COVID era, health and wellness have taken center stage, with a heightened focus on immunity. The pandemic experience has significantly increased consumer...

‘Value-for-Money’ Banchan dishes at Korean market become grocery shoppers’ new pick

After a soft opening in September and its official launch in December, Zion Market’s new Oxford location in Los Angeles Koreatown is quickly becoming...

Tax professionals explain differences between FTB notices, what tax payers should know

Receiving a tax-related notice often triggers anxiety, as most people assume it’s from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). However, California residents should also be...

WireBarley adds Bank of Hope into international money transfer service account list

WireBarley, a fintech company specializing in international remittances, has announced that it expanded its services and that customers can now add Southern California-based Korean-American...