I visited 2 of America's wealth hubs: Scottsdale and Jackson Hole. One was ideal for vacation, while the other seemed better for living.

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Two images: Left: Mega mansions in the desert in Scottsdale with mountains in the background. Right: A wide view of a valley between two hills and a large mountains in the background
Scottsdale (L) and Jackson Hole (R) are wealthy enclaves in the American West.

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I bought a house in Cork. My Irish husband lives there full-time, but I'm still going back and forth between the US.

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I met my husband in Ireland and bought a house there.

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How investors are about to profit from a tidal wave of new homes

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Builders have too many new homes on their hands.

Big banks are bracing for losses as Americans struggle to pay off debt

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A 29-year-old built a cash-flowing real estate portfolio that gave him the option to leave his day job. He explains how he got started and scaled to 14 units.

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Avery Heilbron is a real estate agent and investor residing in Durham.

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Before buying a home, check this hidden financial risk

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Houses in a small beach resort in southeast St. Johns County, Florida.

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Step inside Jackson Hole, Wyoming, where the ultra-rich live and vacation

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Business Insider's reporter went to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, to see how some of America's wealthiest live and vacation.

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24 major cities where renters can save at least 10% compared to the national median

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Major US cities saw median rent fall last month.

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California's economic growth is slipping behind Texas as the Lone Star state draws corporate HQs and people

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Texas' economy is growing faster than California's.

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NYC's short-term rental ban slashed Airbnb listings. A year later, it's unclear if it's made housing more affordable.

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