How to Avoid an Investment Property Scam
This article was first published in May 2006 as a warning to potential investors to be careful when committing to real estate investments. Hundreds of investors actually signed up with us and are taking joint legal action, but many more, including many major banks, some now in government hands, have been involved in hundreds more […]
What’s the matter with him "We Buy Houses" signs?
Have you noticed those billboards all over town? The ones that say “We buy houses”, “Cash for houses”, “Sell your house fast” or some variation along with a phone number? They are everywhere. What’s the deal with those signs? Why do people want to pay cash for houses? Well, most of those signs are put […]
What is a coworking space?
The rise of coworking spaces continues to gain momentum as it takes off with developers, writers, web designers, programmers, and many others who like to work at home but don’t like being completely cut off from the world. This type of facility can be an office where someone wants to rent small offices and where […]
The absolute beauty of real estate investing
There are many investment options out there these days. From cash to Treasury bills, stocks, bonds, gold, emerging markets, art, start-ups, your own business, bad debts, etc. The options are almost limitless, and for each type of investment there are one or two salespeople who will tell you why their chosen investment is the best […]
Small appliance repair is the solution to save your broken vacuum cleaner or sewing machine
While it may seem simpler to simply replace your appliances when they’re malfunctioning, you can actually save money and hassle by repairing rather than replacing them. And choosing to repair them instead of just throwing them away keeps your vacuum, blender, or sewing machine from ending up in a landfill, making it an eco-friendly solution, […]
Log houses during winter
As the temperature drops, problems arise especially for those who live in log houses. Before the snow flies, be sure to inspect the condition of your logs. Pay attention to areas of your home that are subject to heavy snow accumulation or splashing. Follow the tips below to keep your log homes cozy and energy […]
Native American novel gives new life to the dead of Lake Superior
Craig A. Brockman’s Dead of November is a supernatural thriller that will leave readers spellbound with Native American lore, ghostly apparitions, exotic location, and homage to lost love. Set in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan, one of the oldest cities in the Midwest on the shores of Lake Superior, the novel draws on the city’s historical […]
The advantages and disadvantages of computer rental
PC rental is an option that is rapidly gaining popularity, but is it really worth renting your computer equipment? By briefly discussing the pros and cons of PC rental, you can decide if renting a computer is more useful to you than owning a computer. Much of your decision-making process will depend on things like […]
In praise of the developers
Did I mention that I love real estate developers? Not that I love my wife or my kids, or even my dog, but real estate developers are definitely among my favorite people. Think about it. Real estate developers are like gods. [Well, miniature gods, at least.] They create much of the physical world we inhabit. […]
Figures of Rhetoric: Crowning Glory of the English Language, Explained from Common Usage and Poetry
1. Introduction: A language is well recognized in the literature by virtue of its various special grammar features. Figures of speech in any language create a niche for a language, and in this sense, the English language holds a special place in the world of literature by virtue of the beautiful applications of figures of […]