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How Jerome Karam is Helping to Solve the Parking Problem in Stand District through Property Development

The Strand Historic District, in Galveston, Texas, was one of the wealthiest places in all of America in the 1800s. It was an important seaport and a financial center for Galveston and Texas as a whole and was popularly referred to as “The Wall Street of the South”. After an economic decline in the 1960s, attempts were made to revive the area and restore its opulent Victorian buildings that had been destroyed and which are now part of what makes the area unique. Today, it hosts museums, curio shops and many historic points of interest that date back 200 years.…

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Every Realtor Needs a Good Cell Phone 

Mobile phone, cellular phone, cell phone and smartphone, the name has changed as much as the design and capabilities. Your traditional cell phone has come a long way since it first landed on the open market for public use. Cellular phones have gone from the size and weight of a brick to the size and weight of a cigarette pack to sleeker, thiner and flatter than ever thought possible. Currently, these mobile phones are referred to as smartphones and are more versatile than ever before. From text messaging to mapping and checking emails to taking pictures your smartphone can do…

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Get off Khaosan Road! Thonglor is the Real Must See Place in Bangkok

Bangkok is a massive city, but chances are that if you are a traveler in the millennial generation you will end up either staying in or spending time on Khaosan Road. For those new to the city, Khaosan Road is quite possibly the backpacker capital of the world and all the good and bad that goes along with it. It is packed with bars, clubs and thirsty youth from all over the world. It can be a thrilling experience, but for many, also quite overwhelming. It is chock full of clichés and can be exhausting and often unpleasant. Do yourself…

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5 Tips To Keeping Important Documents Safe

Everyone has important documents which need to be kept safe from damage or theft at all times. Some people will need to store their passports in a secure place, whilst others will need to keep important information about their bank accounts under lock and key. Documents are liable to be lost or stolen if they are left lying around the house. People should take responsibility for their important documents to ensure that nothing is left to chance. There are several ways to keep important documents completely safe. Read this helpful guide for five key tips. Buy A Cabinet Or Safe…

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4 Design Hacks for Making a Room Look Bigger

Checking out the house and land packages in Brisbane is one of the best things to do when you are looking for a new home. Think about it: it is a good community, and almost everything that you need to is accessible from where you live. But what if the perfect looking house comes with a small room? It would be a shame to forego the house just because some of the rooms are not big enough. The good news is that you do not need a huge construction done to make those rooms bigger. That is a little disruptive,…

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How to Find the Best Commercial Real Estate Deal for You  

The commercial real estate market can be a minefield, sporadic market movements can make it difficult for the would-be investor to make a smart decision around what type of commercial real estate to buy and where. Following the 2008 economic crisis prices crashed dramatically in this sector and have only shown strong signs of improvements in the last few years. There were many smart investors who used the crash in price to capitalize and as you can imagine this has lead to a knock on effect that has affected the stability of the market. Finding the best commercial real estate…

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Top 7 Home Renovations That Pay Off

So you’re thinking of putting your home on the market. The best time of year is in the late spring so families can move once their children are out of school or in the fall before winter weather hits. Competition during those peak markets means you need to have your home looking its finest. If you’ve planned far enough in advance, you should have time to make some upgrades to get the best value for your home and beat out the competition. But not all upgrades are equal. An updated kitchen will go further than an in ground swimming pool…

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Will You Report for a VA Loan?

Serving one’s country is as high a duty as one can ever choose. That the being the case, many whom have served over the years can find it difficult at times when it comes to securing a home loan. Whether they are looking for a fresh start nearby or afar, securing the proper finances to buy that new home may prove challenging. In the event you are in need of a VA loan, will you meet the necessary criteria in order to obtain the financial assistance to make the move you desire? March Off with the Right Financial Help If…

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Start your Own Mold Restoration Company

Mold restoration is one of the most sought after services, especially in places that have high moisture or wet weather conditions. Starting your own mold restoration company in such an area will not only create job opportunities for the locals but also help you make money doing something that you love. You need to invest in modern mold restoration equipment, such as air movers, commercial dehumidifiers, etc., to offer quality and comprehensive services to your target customers.   Aer Industries is the ultimate provider of advanced mold restoration equipment in the world today. The company has put in place protocols…

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Is investing in a condo with a hotel program a good idea?

Recently, a friends of yours has been extolling virtues of owning property in a hotel complex. Luxurious weekends and holidays, easy income from total strangers … all that jazz. It all sounds too good to be true, as you have been burned by so-called easy money schemes before. However, after a bit of research and a couple of hours of sober second thought, it sounds like it might be a great concept after all. Is investing in a condo with a hotel program a good idea? In this post, we go over some pros and cons that you weigh out…

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