Learn how to use navigate the subway, pronounce things, and make friends The largest city in America is known for being a melting pot of people, customs and cuisines all packed into roughly 300 square miles encompassing five boroughs. Every year, thousands of people from all over the world move to the Big Apple looking for new jobs and excitement. Here are some steps new residents can take to fit in like a native New Yorker, according to people who know the city well. 1. Obey the sidewalk...

The United States has a significant housing shortage that, for now, shows little end in sight, creating intense competition among buyers looking for the perfect property. For some buyers, the only real shot at finding a home to purchase means striking before it hits the market. Experienced real estate agents are trained to find homes that will be listed soon. But for the layperson, here are some ways to find a home for sale before anyone else does, according to real estate...