Travel
Planning a Great American Road Trip
The classic American road trip rewards planning. Distances are larger than they look and popular parks book out months ahead.
James Whitfield2 min read
Travel & Real Estate Writer
James Whitfield
Covers American places — where to live, what to visit, and what it costs.
About James Whitfield
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James Whitfield
Travel & Real Estate Writer · Portland, Oregon
James Whitfield has driven through 48 states reporting on housing markets, neighborhoods, and national parks. He writes US360's state guides, travel planning features, and housing explainers.
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4 guides
Published by James Whitfield
Real Estate
Renting Versus Buying in America
Ownership is not automatically cheaper. Closing costs, property taxes, maintenance, and how long you plan to stay decide the answer.
James Whitfield2 min read
Real Estate
How to Read an American Lease
A US lease is a binding contract with real financial consequences. These are the clauses worth reading twice before signing.
James Whitfield2 min read
Travel
American City Breaks on a Realistic Budget
Hotel taxes, tipping, and transport add up quickly. A few structural choices keep an American city trip within budget.
James Whitfield2 min read