Top 5 Basic Landlord Responsibilities to Ensure the Safety of the Tenants

Being a landlord doesn’t only end up in accepting tenants, receiving their payments, and imposing rules on the rental property. This duty also includes obligations you must ensure to keep your tenant safe while they stay at your property. Read on to learn about basic landlord responsibilities that are critical to a successful business.

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Enjoy Summer Holidays in New York by Renting an Apartment

This summer, how would you like to spend some time in New York City and experience the best of its culture? Consider renting an apartment and take full advantage of the city’s many events. If you spend your Summer holidays in New York, the United States’ largest city—there’s always something big happening.

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Unique Investment Ideas to Lead You to Financial Independence

It’s no secret that investing is the best way to achieve financial independence. But many people don’t realize that there are many unique investment ideas. Each has its own set of risks and rewards. Read on if you’re looking for some great ideas to help you achieve your financial goals.

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How to Create a Comfortable Living Space in Your Basement

Louisville, Kentucky has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. Winters are cold with average temperatures in the mid-30s, while summers are hot and humid with average temperatures in the upper 80s. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year. This means that having a living space in your basement is super valuable. So what should you be focused on?

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Alternative Ways to Invest in Real Estate Without Buying a Home

There are a number of tried and true ways to get started in real estate. These are generally well-known and most often start with the purchase of a residential property. But what about alternative ways to invest in real estate, you know, the more unusual yet potentially lucrative?

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7 Rental Property Buying Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

According to the National Association of Realtors, the average person moves 11.7 times in their lifetime. And, while many people dream of owning their own home, an estimated 36% of Americans will end up renting at some point. This means that there is a massive opportunity for rental property owners to make a profit. But first, make sure to avoid these rental property buying mistakes.

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5 Dangers of a Blocked Drainage System on Your Health

Drainage systems are used to get rid of water and other liquids. They serve to remove the unwanted excess fluid, escorting them out of our homes for good. This means that the homes remain clean and safe for everyone living there. To ensure that your drainage system does what is expected, you must keep it clean and unblocked. In this piece, we’re going to cover the five big dangers of a blocked drainage system and what you should do to stop them.

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Everything You Need to Identify Plumbing Leaks

So how do you identify plumbing leaks? Leaks are bad news. The simple truth is that a leak can go undetected for a long period. It’s because most of the pipework in a house is hidden inside the walls. Copper pipes, which are the most commonly used pipes, will last for approximately 50 years. Today most builders/plumbers use pex pipes. But nothing is perfect.

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10 Materials Used in Modern House Design

Materials have a big impact on the appearance of any home. From their color and texture to the way they’re made and displayed, materials play a big role. But what are the best materials used in modern house design? Read on to learn more!

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Moving from Louisville to Another State

A good number of people sell their homes and move to new ones in the same city. Happens all the time. But if you’re selling your home and moving from Louisville to another state, this is a much bigger deal. Not only are you making a massive change in your life, but there are also a bunch of things that need to be done to make sure the move goes as smoothly as possible.

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What Are Today’s Home Buyers Looking For? 7 Things

Before the pandemic, the housing momentum was strong. The summer home-buying season was very busy with many people listing their homes for sale. Unfortunately, that has changed. While home sales have not yet returned to previous levels, they are steadily increasing. So today we’re going to look at what home buyers looking for right now.

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