The American Dream has long told us that buying a house is what makes us adults—and moreover, we’ve been told that it’s the smartest financial move. But here are five reasons to rethink conventional wisdom and start looking at apartment plans instead. Monthly Costs: If you’re looking to enjoy the good life, the lower monthly…
Statistics show that the United States property management industry generates $69 billion in revenue every year and employs as many as 744,614 people. In spite of this, the business is apparently still growing, as research indicates that property management companies expanded 3.1% every year from 2009 to 2014. If you are a property owner who…
Furniture shopping can be a huge responsibility. After all ,you’ll likely be spending a good amount of money on these difficult-to-move pieces that you’ll have for years to come, and you want to make sure you’re happy with your purchases. But if you do your research and know what you’re looking for, it can help…
Bed bugs are becoming more and more resistant to the chemicals we use to kill them. Modern bed bug populations are highly adapted to live through the insecticide sprays; we are essentially weeding out the weak and speeding up their natural selection process. But that can easily be stopped with a non-toxic bed bug treatment….
Modern American families have it tough. Between hectic schedules and ensuring the needs of each family member are met, in addition to the the rising cost of living, the going can get rough. Military families have to deal with all of these factors and more, with added challenges such as long deployments, frequent moves, and…
You’re walking down the electronics aisle casually one day (because hey, you happen to have some extra money to burn, and why not spend it on useless new gadgets that you don’t even know you want?) when you come upon a shiny new universal TV remote. And it. Has. Everything. A different color for every…
Did you know that clothing and textiles are some of the most frequently thrown out items in the United States? In fact, each year, there are over 12 to 13 million tons of them trashed, which means they wind up in landfills; conversely only about 2 million tons are donated on average per year. This…
Are you on the market for a new home? A home that is affordable and located right in a city with a stable job market, great food, a rich night life, and bustling cultural atmosphere may sound too good to be true. Good news: it’s not. More Americans of all ages are relocating — and…
When you are looking to make big changes in your kitchen, getting custom built cabinets is a great way to make a difference. The look of new cabinets can completely transform the room, changing how you use the kitchen as well as the way it looks. You may want to look through a choice cabinets…
Currently, there are over 12,000 RV-related businesses in the United States, employing over 250,000 Americans in a variety of capacities. Many are involved in the manufacturing of these vehicles, as an estimated 60% of RVs, from folding campers to hybrid campers, are made in the U.S. However, many others work for RV dealers and rental…
