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The Sun
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Strictly star reveals she's quitting UK to live in Dubai with boyfriend who grew up there
SAFFRON Barker has made the big move to Dubai with her model boyfriend, Josh Miln. The former Strictly star confirmed she had relocated to the United Arab Emirates with her beau who grew up in the Middle East, both in Dubai and Oman. 5 5 5 Saffron, 24, made the big reveal on her Instagram and YouTube vlog where she explained she left her home town of Brighton, but would be returning regularly. "I can't believe I'm saying this out loud, it feels so surreal, but come and get ready of me to go apartment searching in Dubai," she said in the Instagram video. The influencer explained how in her "entire life" she had never moved anywhere and thought "why not, whilst I'm young, just try something news. "I've always been in my hometown Brighton, which I do absolutely love, and there's no doubt I will end up in Brighton because I absolutely love it," she said. Saffron then explained how her and Josh were planning to live "half our life in Dubai and half our life in the UK." She added: "Which is just so exciting because it means I still go home to see my friends and family, but at the same time, it's like Josh and I get to start this whole new chapter together." Saffron admitted to feeling "a little bit nervous because I've never done anything like this before." "But Dubai is such a beautiful place. Also, this is where Josh spent much of his life," she added. Saffron promised to vlog their apartment search and begged fans to "help us make our decision," because she was "very indecisive." Friends and fans reacted to Saffron's announcement in the comment section of the post. Emotional moment Saffron Barker fights back tears as she opens up on armed car robbery that's left her stranded in America "This is so exciting!! You won't regret it sis," wrote one person. Another added: "I just watched your vlog😍 so happy for you and you will love living in Dubai- I moved here over 3 years ago from London and that was the best decision ever." And a third commented: "You and josh make such a cute couple you both deserve the world love seeing you happy my girl." The TV star and Josh began dating last year when she slid into his DMs after seeing him on TikTok. Who is Saffron Barker? SAFFRON Barker has risen to fame over the years for her YouTube channel and TV appearances. She's also got some famous friends such as Harriet Blackmore from 2024's series of Love Island. Saffron is a YouTube star from Brighton born on July 24, 2000. She shot to fame through her popular videos on the social media platform and is known for In My Day with Saffron Barker. Saffron also has had her own clothing line at Primark. She joined Strictly 2019, and was partnered with AJ Pritchard. She is thought to have a net worth of an estimated £1million. Saffron will earn most of cash through YouTube adverts and also endorsements. Taking part in Strictly Come Dancing and Channel 4's Celebrity Circle would've also boosted her bank balance. "Josh loves this story because, in this case, I was a stalker, but this is your sign to shoot your shot, and I never thought I would do this, but here we are," she said earlier this year in a vlog announcing their relationship. "He is the kindest person I probably ever met in my life. Just is the complete opposite of a boy," Saffron later aded. "I mean, any person that has met Josh has said he just really is the kindest soul. He has the biggest heart, and I definitely got very, very lucky and so grateful for him." Saffron previously dated welsh rugby player Louis Rees-Zammit, but the pair split in March 2024, shortly after he quit rugby for American football, heading to the States to train in the NFL. 5 5
Associated Press
28-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Rental-hunting season hits fever pitch as June begins, Zillow data shows
Smart search tips to beat the competition and bag the perfect pad without overspending SEATTLE, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The busiest week of the year for rental seekers is here. Data from Zillow Rentals® shows that the first week of June brings a spike in activity on the platform; listing views, rental applications and outreach to property managers have all peaked at this time over the past two years. With rental households at a record high, the 2025 rental season is shaping up to be one of the busiest yet. 'Summer is always a busy time for rentals, but it's also when the most new listings hit the market,' said Emily McDonald, Zillow rental trends expert. 'Knowing when demand spikes can help renters plan ahead, act quickly and use smart tools to find a place that checks all their boxes without blowing their budget. You'll still have options later if you miss the rush, but you might miss out on freebies available now.' A record-setting year for renters Rental activity on Zillow is already outpacing the past two years in terms of apartment views, lease creations and rental applications, a sign that this year's peak could be even higher. A record-high 46 million households rent, and renters are nearly four times more likely to move than homeowners, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Demand is up, but options abound. Zillow has more than 2 million active listings including single-family rentals, apartment units and condos, an all-time high for the platform with more listings than any other rental network.1 A construction boom added more new rental units in 2024 than in any year since the 1970s, but the wave of lease concessions used to attract tenants is starting to ebb. According to Zillow's latest Rental Market Report, the share of listings offering incentives like a free month's rent dropped from nearly 40% in March to under 35% in April. Tips to outsmart the rush and avoid affordability potholes: Search smarter. Move-in-date filters, pet-friendly toggles, 3D tours and interactive floor plans on Zillow Rentals streamline the search process. Know the full cost. Zillow Rentals listings include a Costs & Fees section to break down what renters can expect to pay upfront and on a monthly basis. Avoid budget creep. Staying within their initial budget was considered highly important by 86% of renters in a recent Zillow survey. Renters can use Zillow's Rent Affordability Calculator to determine their price range by providing factors such as monthly debts, expenses, income and savings. Build financial momentum. Renting a room is a time-honored method of saving money, and it's easy to do on Zillow. Paying rent through Zillow can also help renters build their credit. On-time payments can be reported to Experian and Equifax at no cost, helping build credit history with every month's payment. 1 Zillow internal data on total rental properties compared to data published on its website and investor materials, March 2025. 2 New privately-owned housing units completed: Units in buildings with five or more. About Zillow Group Zillow Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: Z and ZG) is reimagining real estate to make home a reality for more and more people. As the most visited real estate app and website in the United States, Zillow and its affiliates help people find and get the home they want by connecting them with digital solutions, dedicated real estate professionals, and easier buying, selling, financing, and renting experiences. Zillow Group's affiliates, subsidiaries and brands include Zillow®, Zillow Premier Agent®, Zillow Home Loans℠, Zillow Rentals®, Trulia®, Out East®, StreetEasy®, HotPads®, ShowingTime+℠, Spruce®, and Follow Up Boss®. All marks herein are owned by MFTB Holdco, Inc., a Zillow affiliate. Zillow Home Loans, LLC is an Equal Housing Lender, NMLS #10287 ( ). © 2025 MFTB Holdco, Inc., a Zillow affiliate. (ZFIN) View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Zillow
