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  • 3 Things Every Property Management Firm Should Have

    After managing your own rental properties for the past few years, you might be ready to surrender your duties to a property management firm. You may be leery of this because you might not think a management firm will care about your properties like you do, but this isn't necessarily the case. These firms often get paid based on performance, which gives them an incentive to place a lot of care, thought, and time into your properties. [Read More]

  • The Buzz On Bees: Why We Need Them, And What To Do If You Need Them Gone

    Bees are amazing little creatures. The clever little insects not only turn nectar into tasty honey for people to enjoy, they also keep plants and crops going strong through their pollination techniques. But, they can also be a nuisance, especially if they decide to make their home in your home or garden. There's no doubt that bees play an important role in nature, but sometimes you have to step in and move them away from your own space in order to keep bees and humans safe and happy. [Read More]

  • Prepare For A Career As A Locksmith By Taking A Computer Course In High School

    The locksmith industry offers young workers, even those just out of high school, a long and stable career. Working as a locksmith does not require a four-year degree from a university, and the median national wage for locksmiths was $39,820 in 2013. The industry is rapidly changing, though, and aspiring locksmiths need to prepare themselves for the future. If you hope to open the locks of the future, consider taking a computer course in high school. [Read More]

  • 4 Tips For Preparing Your Boat For Winter Storage

    If you're an avid boater, winter may not be your favorite time of year. That's when you have to put your boat away for the season and resign yourself to using your land legs for the season. While you may miss your time on the open sea, the best thing that you can do is take the steps to properly store your boat for the winter. That way, it will be in good shape at the end of the season and ready for you to take back out on the water as soon as the weather warms up. [Read More]

  • A Few Facts You Should Know Before Buying Real Estate In Lake Forest IL

    When buying real estate in Lake Forest IL for the first time, you may find that the process of finding the perfect home and successfully purchasing this home is a bit confusing and maybe even a bit overwhelming at times. These feelings are quite normal amongst first time home buyers. Unfortunately, these feelings of confusion and unfamiliarity can also prevent many potential home buyers from realizing their dream of owning their own home. [Read More]