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The Common Forms of Property Ownership in New York The Common Forms of Property Ownership in New York

By Eleanor Boschert

New York uses several different legal classifications to define the rights and responsibilities associated with property ownership. We provide an overview of tenancy types.

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Safely Using a Power Washer Safely Using a Power Washer

By Ben Levy

A power washer, also known as a pressure washer, is a mechanical sprayer that uses pressure to clean dirt and other stains. In order to use this device safely, there are a few procedures that you will have to follow.

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Cleaning Your Shower Head Cleaning Your Shower Head

By Ben Levy

Is your showerhead clogged from years of soap and mineral build-up? Improve your shower experience by cleaning your showerhead today!

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Safely Cleaning Your Gutters Safely Cleaning Your Gutters

By Ben Levy

Firstly you need to make sure that you have a good, sturdy ladder that is tall enough so that you can see down into the gutter, as reaching up into the gutter can be dangerous to you or can cause damage to the gutter itself.

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The Benefits of a Granite Countertop The Benefits of a Granite Countertop

By Ben Levy

The benefits of granite countertops are numerous. Not only is it a visually pleasing product but it also has the ability to be cut and shaped in many configurations.

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Different Ways to Get a Mortgage Different Ways to Get a Mortgage

By Ben Levy

Starting the process of buying your first home can be exciting and scary. Here are a few simple guidelines to follow after making the decision to buy. One should examine all potential options before making a decision on who to buy from.

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Making the Most out of a Small Space Making the Most out of a Small Space

By Ben Levy

There are many ways one can create a lovely area out of a small space. It is truly the attention to detail and use of the available furnishings that create the atmosphere of the room. Living in a studio apartment or a loft can become quite comfortable for a single person if set up in the proper manner.

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Deciding Between Carpet and Hardwood Flooring Deciding Between Carpet and Hardwood Flooring

By Ben Levy

Deciding on whether or not to go with the plush, soft and comfortable feel of carpet over and above the clean, slick and easily maintained hardwood floor for your second floor is not something to be taken lightly. Implications are not only aesthetic but run also to the practicality as well as the livability of both floor surfaces.

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Preparing your Home for Sale Preparing your Home for Sale

By Ben Levy

Selling a home is a big decision that requires a lot of thought and planning. From building codes to deed transfers, a lot of paper work has to be filled out and submitted to the appropriate city departments. However, before even thinking about putting the house on the market, there are a few maintenance-related tasks that have to be done.

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Credit Scores and their Effect Credit Scores and their Effect

By Jeffrey Segal

No one likes to be judged. However in the world of finance, everyone is basically reduced to a number. Your credit score is one of the determining factors that will determine if you can get a car, house, credit card, homeowners insurance, etc. In this installment we'll discuss credit scores, their impact, and the factors that go into them.

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