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Sardines in a Shoebox - Apartment Living Survival Tips

2012 jul 3 http://www.articlesbase.com/home-improvement-articles/sardines-in-a-shoebox-apartment-living-survival-tips-707903.html Hollywood never had it so right – there’s no place like home. Instead of a quaint Kansas cottage though, if I clicked my ruby slippers, I end up in the shoebox they came from. Living in an apartment can still be a home though – albeit with good and bad experiences. With a few tips, anyone living in close quarters can survive and thrive. A home is more than just a place to sleep – it is a retreat to leave toothpaste uncapped, and fridge doors plastered with whacky magnets. The ability to relax in peace is why having a home is so important – whether it be a caravan, a typical house, or an apartment. The difference lies in how does each mode of abode affect sanity and relationships. Even if you’ve never lived in an apartment and never will, it’s interesting to know how to handle being in small spaces with other people, such as when on a camping holiday, ...

Tips for Buying (Resale)

2012 jul 2 Property Investment Tips Part V: Tips for Buying (Resale) If you are buying a house, it pays to pay (pay to pay, again??) attention to some pointers: 1. Agent or not Typically, most buyers will approach the seller's agent or seller direct when making enquiries on an interesting property. Therefore, there is no need to engage an agent if you know very clearly what you are seeking. However, if you only have a budget and maybe a district as criteria, it may be helpful to engage an agent (especially one that specializes in those districts you are keen in) to hunt for suitable units for viewing. Often, they will have internal (to agencies only) listings that aren't otherwise accessible to the public. Therefore, you will have higher chances of finding the right house. If however, you have already narrowed down to a few developments, do note that you may be able to purchase owner's contact details from the authorities (I think SLA). But the thing is you would...