The roof of your house can sustain damage from heavy winter weather, storms, and the build-up of moss and algae, fallen tree branches and leaves. Now that summer is on its way, it’s a good time to check that your roof is in tip-top condition and tackle any maintenance and repair issues. Inspection First, you need to get up onto your roof to have a look at what’s going on up there. Use a...
Changes to tax laws mean that many buy-to-let investors are facing heftier tax bills than they were initially expecting, causing increasing numbers to look for effective loopholes. Formerly, all the mortgage interest of a buy-to-let property could be deducted from the rental income for tax purposes, meaning that higher rate tax payers would pay 40% on the net amount. Recent changes in the law means that...
Is there anything better than hanging out in your garden? When the sun is shining and the days are long, it’s the perfect place to spend a peaceful afternoon, and it’s a great space to entertain friends and family in too. Here are some tips for making the most of your outdoor space this summer. Reinvigorate your lawn At this time of year, your lawn is in ‘full flight’. Mow...
Mark Siffin, the Chairman and CEO of the Maefield Development Platform family of companies since its inception in 1991, is a man of rare and extraordinary vision. His background in trading with the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and his long-standing fascination with both real estate and global trading markets positioned him perfectly for the role he now plays, planning the strategic direction of Maefield...
Avoiding the stress from a home construction period takes preparation and knowing what things to consider. Keeping your eye on the goal of amazing and beautiful your home will help you suceed Preparation is key if you want to be guaranteed that your building project does end up beaing a headache. But if you want to obtain excellent results and avoid certain risks, then you need to know how to prepare...
Construction can be a very dangerous task, especially for those who do not have an adequate experience in the field. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 1 in 10 construction employees get an injury every year. We are talking about professional construction workers here. How much dangerous could it be for non-professionals? With safety in consideration, there should be no need...
If you’ve been searching for a new place to live for a while, then it’s understandable how you might be tired and just want to see it all end successfully and finally. However, you need to make sure that in your desire to see it all end and finally get some rest, you’re not willing to settle for something less than your dream home. If a house feels right but you still have your doubts,...
A simple storage shed in your front or backyard can make quite a difference when in need of some extra space. A majority of homeowners deal with space constraints, which makes it hard to safely store items like gardening tools, used household items, and children’s toys. Building and organizing a storage shed can give you sufficient room to cater to these needs. A shed does not have to cost too much...
The idea of shifting to college is both exciting and daunting. Nothing is more exhilarating than the thought of moving to a whole different place, meeting new people, and facing just another set of challenges. This is supported by the survey conducted by Field Agent. The study shows that 43% of students move into a new place for college. Really, the concept of college is thrilling, but before getting...
If you’re moving to the United States from another country, or an American interested in striking it rich in real estate, there’s a lot to learn. However, the formula is surprisingly simple. Even in a short post like this, it’s possible to paint the picture in broad strokes. Property ownership is and always has been one of the fastest paths to prosperity in the United States of...
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