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Property taxation is a source of income for municipalities and school districts. Its revenue is used to build local roads, improve school systems, or finance public amenities such as libraries and parks. Property taxation is not static. It can increase or decrease depending on political and economic conditions. So homeowners need to consider the effect…
A 40-year mortgage is exactly what the name implies–a home loan was made to be paid off after 40 years rather than the more conventional 30- or 15-year terms. 40-year home loans are far more popular in high-interest-rate environments, according to Michael Larson of Bankrate.com, and they’re accompanied by some dangers that should be considered…
If you are attempting to sell a timeshare, you may be told that it is crucial for you to pay for an appraisal. Don’t believe it. While it is helpful to know the market value of your timeshare, there are strategies to ascertain that value without having an appraiser. In fact, the only individual involved…
If you are facing a foreclosure or cannot sell your home at its market value, a brief sale may be your proverbial last-ditch choice. A brief sale is a real estate sale for less than what is owed on the mortgage. The creditor agrees to the reduced price in exchange for avoiding a protracted and…
Designing a family space is always fun because it’s a place for relaxing at the end of day. For this same reason, you need to always take into consideration how you may add comfort without compromising on style. I just finalized the layout for a customer’s family room. My customer’s house is conventional and stuck…
September means that it’s time to start some autumn decorating (so I can pretend it’s not 100 degrees out). Candlesticks and candleholders are all simple ways to find that cozy feeling of collapse. I can’t wait to deck the mantel with a few flickering light. When do you start decorating for autumn? — Elaina out…
Prints, patterns and bright colours are definitely hot in the world of design as of late, but if you’re anything like me, they are more nerve-racking than anything else. I’m someone who has become complacent with all things neutral and conventional, to the point that I prevent a bright accent pillow or geometric rug such…