One of the biggest changes in the 2017 tax bill is eliminating the personal exemption. But what exactly was it? And how might this affect you as you file your taxes this year? The personal exemption originated, along with the modern income tax itself, in the 16th amendment to the US Constitution. It originally exempted […]
The situation in the United States for investing in commercial property has in some ways never been better. Data from the United States Census Bureau shows that between December 2014 and December 2017, construction related to hotels increased by nearly 60%, while spending on construction for offices and related structures increased by 43%. In 2016 […]
Unfortunately, foreclosure is not uncommon across the country in the United States. In fact, in 2013 alone nearly every one in ninety six homes was foreclosed. It typically takes only just over a month to foreclose on a home in the state of California, and these homes can sell for nearly $400,000, if not more. […]
There was a time when your airport transportation was part of a rather simple bartering system. You would help your friend’s daughter with a college admissions essay, and your friend would pay you back by taking you to the airport. You were willing to pick your neighbor up when she needed to get her oil […]
America loves popcorn, and in particular, gourmet popcorn. Gourmet popcorn comes in a wide variety of flavors, which is part of what makes it so popular, and is often given as a gift around the holidays and for birthdays. Gourmet popcorn is only part of the overall popcorn consumption in the United States, where it […]
If you live in a home that has a basement, you’re likely aware of what a sump pump is. If you haven’t heard of this device, a sump pump is commonly used to remove water from the lowest area of a home. Typically, sump pumps are installed in basements as these lower parts of homes […]
Finding a place to store seasonal vehicles or your boat can be difficult, especially if you have a small garage or property. You want to make sure your expensive boat or trailer or old model of car is kept secure and safe from the elements — but where can you put it? Covers only go […]
Network security is incredibly important to ensure that a business remains safe from outside threats. Statistics show that within one year 20% of all small businesses will have to deal with the aftermath of a hack. These hacks can deal immense amounts of damage to a business, both in regards to losing customers and revenue. […]
Have you heard of organic micro greens or crystallized edible flowers? Even if you haven’t you’d probably recognize them if you saw them – and you might have even eaten them without knowing what they were! Organic micro greens have become more and more popular in the restaurant world, typically used as small addition or […]
The medical industry is incredibly vital to the everyday lives of many Americans. Even though this statement is without a doubt true, there are still a large number of people that do not appreciate or value the medical industry. This is not only foolish but it is very much a bad idea. Instead, people should […]
