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Can You Live in a Property Obtained Through 1031 Exchange?

Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels 1031 exchanges are special transactions in which one investment is effectively “swapped” for another. In real estate, this means selling one investment property for another of “like-kind.” This can be an effective and lucrative strategy because it can allow you to defer certain taxes as ...

Starting a Backyard Garden

Not every homeowner is willing or able to dedicate backyard space to a big garden, but the size of your garden shouldn’t deter you from looking into options for a very rewarding hobby. Whether through simply growing a few herbs or flowers in containers, or by tilling a plot for bountiful ...

3 Important House Hunting Tips

Finding the perfect home takes plenty of strategy and careful thought. However, with so many important factors to consider, the process can be overwhelming. Here are some tips to make your house hunting journey simpler: Prioritize price It's easy to feel discouraged if you don't immediately find options in your price range. ...

Bathroom: Quick Household Cleaners

The bathroom is one of the most likely places for the growth of mildew and mold, making it even more important to clean regularly. However, all those surfaces (baths, toilets, sinks, etc.) could make for long hours of scrubbing or buffing, but with a few quick tips, you could cut ...