What does nonconforming bedroom mean?

Installing a bed in a room does not make it a bedroom. In order to be stated as a bedroom, it must have both a window and a closet in order to be considered a bedroom. Armoires have been used instead of framed closets in the past to skirt the closet requirement, it is not exactly the correct way to get things done, but it does seem feasible i…

6 Mistakes a Renter Should Refrain From Committing

The global housing market is going fine, albeit slow and there are owners who lost homes to foreclosure or sold their homes with heavy hearts as they couldn’t afford it. These circumstances have led to a sharp decline in the home ownership rates and a surge in the demand for rental apartments and houses. The competition in the rental segment has increased by leaps and bounds, which can trap renters into a web of scarcity. The scarcity of a peaceful mind and thoughts will be experienced that otherwise should have been incurred into rental-hunting. Continue reading

Ever want to tell me to go jump in a lake? Now’s your chance! / Special Olympics Polar Plunge

Nick Bowman, the web master of this website, and his son Gavin have decided to commit to raising some moola for the Special Olympics this year.  We have agreed to do the Polar Plunge in City Park on Feb. 28th 2015.  We will be jumping in and quickly out of freezing water in order to generate donations to help support the Special Olympics.  Rumor…

8 pointers to keep in mind when looking for the perfect apartment

  Living in the perfect house is a dream come true. From apartment-living in high rises to owning an independent villa, the choices are many. However, the road to final acquisition is long and requires meticulous deliberation with oodles of patience. Get educated about the key points of apartment-hunting through this article. Finding the…