I had a conversation with a newspaper editor who said he would give me Lifestyle story assignments. I asked the rate per story, and he said $60. Declined this opportunity. I know someone will take this but it’s not going to be me.

Foreclosure activity could rise in 2025. Writer Erin Flynn Jay talked to industry leaders to find out what that might look like. bit.ly/4iIiy3Z

People interested in active adult communities are gravitating toward areas where they can enjoy pools and pickleball courts as they enter semi-retirement. Writer Erin Flynn Jay has the story. bit.ly/42szXGZ

It’s Earth Day, and environmentally friendly home builders say they are finding success in today’s market. Writer Erin Flynn Jay shares their stories. bit.ly/43YtTse

In an interview, Drone expert David Daly explained how UAVs are transforming construction jobsites through real-time progress monitoring, site security, asset tracking and emerging AI-powered technologies. Wrote this for Bluebeam, Inc.: blog.bluebeam.com/drones-in-cons…

This Mother’s Day, mother-daughter lending teams are celebrating their business successes built on mutual love and respect for each other. Wrote this for The Mortgage Note: themortgagenote.org/strong-family-…

My latest story for the Bucks County Beacon: buckscountybeacon.com/2025/05/despit…

UWM and Rocket are implementing artificial intelligence at a rapid pace as the two companies compete to be top dog in the industry. Writer Erin Flynn Jay has the story. bit.ly/43sSJjd

This Father’s Day, father and son teams across the country will be celebrating their business successes. Writer Erin Flynn Jay has the story. bit.ly/3ZKIBQP

The Department of Veterans Affairs last month ended the Veteran Affairs Servicing Purchase program, which helped borrowers on VA mortgages avoid foreclosure. I seek some real-life examples of who is being affected by the loss of VASP. Please message me if you can help.

Despite gains, Black homeownership rates lag behind other racial groups, and industry professionals say this population of people deserves better. Writer Erin Flynn Jay has the story. bit.ly/4kPSYv6

For a local education site, I seek ideas about out-of-school programming across Philadelphia this summer. Please send me a message if you have relevant ideas. Thanks!

Opportunity Zones are set to become a permanent pillar of U.S. economic development policy under the tax-and-spending legislation that President Trump signed into law earlier this month. Writer Erin Flynn Jay has the story. bit.ly/3TLu5Vr

You are not alone if you wonder what happened to the premise that America is the land of opportunity. Writer Erin Flynn Jay talked with author Yoni Appelbaum, who says housing mobility has a lot to do with it. bit.ly/478pmF4

With 10,000 people turning 65 every day in the U.S., demand is rising for continuing care retirement communities. Writer Erin Flynn Jay has the story. bit.ly/4m6Hh3L

I'm working on a story for a Philly social impact outlet about community-based solutions to the SEPTA strike. I seek insight from city parents looking to mobilize efforts to get to work and get their kids to school if cuts take effect. Please send me a message if you can help!

Between down payments, current mortgage rates, and the commitment to homeownership, build-to-rent is in demand. Writer Erin Flynn Jay has the story. bit.ly/45Wmfhv

Veterans who have fallen behind on their mortgage payments are eligible for federal assistance under the VA Home Loan Program Reform Act. My latest mortgage story: themortgagenote.org/whats-happenin…

I was assigned a mortgage story on the Miami housing market. I need a national expert as a source for the article. Please send me a message if you have a source suggestion. Thanks!

Home wellness technology has evolved, with many buyers looking for advanced air, water quality, and lighting systems. Writer Erin Flynn Jay has the story. bit.ly/4mE2H7W