Getting The Most For Your Home

Posted on: 6 April 2015
If you've always wanted to diversify your income stream by purchasing and renting out single-family homes, there is no better time than the present. An unprecedented drop in real estate costs throughout the country has allowed many would-be investors to purchase and rent out homes for a significant profit. However, there are a number of important factors that contribute to a successful real estate transaction. Read on to learn more about the factors you should consider before determining whether a specific home is a wise real estate investment.
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Posted on: 3 March 2015
What do you do when you have to move out of the area and your old house just won't sell? If you have the money, you could maintain the old house from a distance while moving into a new one, but few people have the cash to pay mortgage and maintenance costs for two households, especially when the two are a great distance apart. For many people, the solution seems simple: just rent out the old house.
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Posted on: 17 February 2015
Household and garden pests are more than an inconvenience. Insects and rodents can be destructive to property and pose health risks as well. Although there are circumstances that may warrant the services of a professional pest control company, there are ways to keep these unwanted visitors at bay. The following is a list of common mistakes that may contribute to an infestation: 1. Leaving Doorways and Windows Unsealed You might not have thought about it, but even the slightest gap in doorways and windows can provide easy access and entry to your home for small bugs.
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Posted on: 5 February 2015
Identity theft is one of the key enablers of crime today due to the widespread use of digital communications. Put simply, identity theft means someone out there is using your identity for personal gain. This can be through obtaining credit in your name, using your passport details or simply hacking into your bank account. Unfortunately, it's getting easier for fraudsters to commit these crimes, so consider the following steps to keep your personal information safe and secure: 
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