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To Thine Own Self Be True

Susan Paige / April 6th, 2021 / No Comments

It was Polonius in William Shakespeare’s Hamlet who spoke the words, “To thine own self be true.” There has been some scholarly debate about the meaning of the phrase. Polonius’ children spoof him in pantomime as he speaks the words. Was it meant to be a joke? Some people tattoo the words on their arms. It seems to have become a credo for people who feel they need to take care of themselves...

Posted in: Business, General, Home, Money, Personal Finance, Real Estate Tagged with: financial mistakes, income property, Landloard, real estate

International Business Tax | How It Works

Susan Paige / March 24th, 2021 / No Comments

International business tax laws are administered by governments around the world to outline how business is conducted for foreign companies. These decisions can include job creation, plant locations, and other long-term transactions. All countries can tax any income that is brought in by corporations that operate in multiple countries. The United States has a specific tax on all income that companies...

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How Does Artwork Affect Real Estate Prices?

Murals are increasing real estate values

Susan Paige / March 23rd, 2021 / No Comments

Sixty-four thousand years ago, Neanderthals began carving and painting images on cave walls. Paintings and statues are found in every home and public building today. But, how does artwork affect real estate prices? The Math is Tricky When you ask, “How does artwork affect real estate prices?” It is hard to find specifics. However, real estate agents and developers agree that art improves...

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Can Installing Solar Panels Increase Your Home Value?

Allen Francis / February 18th, 2021 / No Comments

The best reason to aspire to own a home is the knowledge that your landlord generates revenue in their sleep. When you rent an apartment or property, you pay rent to a landlord. It is the landlord or the property owner hired by the landlord, who collects your hard-earned money to pay their own bills. Meanwhile, while you are paying for your landlord bills or the bills of the original property owners...

Posted in: Home, Personal Finance, Real Estate, saving money, Saving Money Tagged with: solar energy, solar panels