Kendale Lakes Master Condominium Association

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

How to Clean Silver Jewelry So It Shines

To make your silver rings, bracelets, and necklaces sparkle, here's how to clean silver jewelry the right way. Plus, how to store silver jewelry to prevent tarnish.

How to Avoid Dining at a Tourist Trap

How to Carry Concealed In a Purse (If You Must)

Many self-defense experts eschew off-body carry. But that's not always practical.

How Police Are Watching You on Social Media

How does law enforcement use Twitter, Facebook, and other forms of social media to keep tabs on people? Documents from Chicago's Cook County Sheriff’s Office reveal a few of their surveillance techniques.

Why Fertility Treatments Aren’t Covered for Veterans

The U.S. government will help active-duty soldiers with the cost of IVF, but those who have left the military don’t have the same benefit—even when combat injuries make it impossible to have kids otherwise.

10 Things Food Banks Need But Won't Ask For

Some items are in high demand at the food bank and you may not realize it. Because they aren't essentials, the staff doesn't publicly ask for them.

A former real estate agent reveals 7 broker tricks to look out for when searching for apartment...

You may have no choice but to work with a broker, so play the game according to your rules.

What is a Broker Price Opinion (BPO) in Real Estate

What is a BPO? There are many terms in real estate that both home buyers and sellers will hear quite often. One such term is a broker price opinion or BPO for short. What does a broker price opinion mean? The definition of a broker pricing opinion is quite simple. It is an evaluation done by a real estate professional to set the asking price for a home, condominium, land, or another type of real estate. A broker price opinion is a report…

Apartments For Rent Conroe TX

Finding a Rental Apartment Those who do not wish to purchase a home may find that a rental apartment is an ideal solution for their situation. A rental apartment can offer many of the conveniences of home-ownership, such as a functional living space offering the renter the opportunity to eat, sleep, and entertain in their …

How To Invest In Real Estate

There are an endless variety of ways to invest in real estate, from taking out a home mortgage to building a property empire that spans the country. While there are areas of the country where home appreciation is much higher, on average the house you live in is unlikely to dramatically grow in value, especially once you figure in costs like maintenance and repairs, insurance, property taxes and the interest you pay on your mortgage. Invest in Real Estate by Flipping Properties

Tips For Buying Commercial Real Estate

Commercial real estate is a different investment as compared to residential real estate as this article explores.

What Is Passive Income in Real Estate?

Want to earn income on an ongoing basis without having to actively work for it? Learn what passive income is and how to create it in real estate.

What is Metaverse Real Estate?

Source: Pixabay The “Metaverse” is a new concept in the real estate world that is helping to bridge the gap between physical and digital spaces. The Metaverse is a virtual universe where people can interact with one another, explore different places and experiences, and even buy and sell a property. This concept has been around for some time, but it has recently gained more traction as companies like Redfin have started to focus on this type of technology. The Metaverse is an ever-evolving…

Oliver Luxury Real Estate Joins Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate.

Oliver Luxury Real Estate is thrilled to announce that we have joined Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate, a worldwide network of top luxury real estate professionals and brokerages.

Are You Real Estate Savvy?

When it comes to real estate know-how, are you a pro? Whether you're buying or selling, a little bit of insider information goes a long way.

The Benefits of Cloud for Real Estate

It's that time again! We're continuing our blog series, "How Can My Industry Benefit from the Cloud?" and up this week is real estate!

Will marriage equality ruling affect real estate?

Without a real magic eight-ball or a psychic to tell us how the new marriage equality ruling will affect real estate, we can only speculate.

Is real estate a profession or a trade?

Some people say the real estate profession isn't a profession at all -- it's a trade. Who's on the right side of this debate?