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Everyday Activities That Are Illegal in Other Countries

Andy Ford / April 15th, 2024 / No Comments

Embarking on international adventures? Hold that thought. From chewing gum to flushing toilets at night, the globe is sprinkled with laws that transform mundane activities into potential legal missteps. Beware: These everyday actions in certain corners of the planet could land you in surprisingly hot water! Chewing the Forbidden Gum In Singapore, popping a piece of gum into your mouth is more than...

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How Does Artwork Affect Real Estate Prices?

Murals are increasing real estate values

Susan Paige / March 23rd, 2021 / No Comments

Sixty-four thousand years ago, Neanderthals began carving and painting images on cave walls. Paintings and statues are found in every home and public building today. But, how does artwork affect real estate prices? The Math is Tricky When you ask, “How does artwork affect real estate prices?” It is hard to find specifics. However, real estate agents and developers agree that art improves...

Posted in: Business, General, Home, Legal, Life Hacks, Money, Personal Finance, Real Estate Tagged with: artwork, commercial real estate, home value, investment property, real estate

Don’t Spend Money Accidentally Given to You by a Job or Bank – You’ll Regret It

Allen Francis / December 18th, 2019 / No Comments

When I was a college adjunct and academic adviser, almost 14 years ago, I had an unintentional but welcome financial windfall. The payroll department had accidentally paid me twice my normal pay via direct deposit. It was laughingly obvious to me with just half a glance at my bank account. I am a native New Yorker. New York City is a city with an astronomically high cost of living standard. I was...

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Can You Really Save Money With a Prepaid Legal Plan?

Susan Paige / July 15th, 2019 / No Comments

Most people, if asked, would probably say that they hope never to need the services of an attorney. In fact, there are many routine life events in which you may need to hire an attorney. Some states require attorneys to handle real estate closings, for example. Most people will need a will at some point in their lives. You may hire an attorney to help start a business, negotiate a lease, or prepare...

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