Real estate

Money means success to most Americans. A house in the suburbs for your family, a dog, and a nice car mean you’ve made it in life. Of course, if you have an even bigger house that your neighbor or a better car, you have made it to the top and should be proud of your accomplishments. However, we always want more. No matter the monetary situation, Americans make decisions based on how they can better themselves. It may sound logical, but in Russell Roberts’ The Choice: A Fable of Free Trade and…

The Hidden Symbolism Behind the Detroit Public Library As I stepped into one of the huge reading rooms in the Detroit Public Library, or DPL, I was filled with awe. The massive room, coated in decorative plaster and artistic images, felt surreal. The beautiful architecture of the Detroit Public Library is unforgettable and a trade mark of the city beautiful movement. The history of Detroit and its Urban Form defines how people interact with the city today. It ultimately forms various Ways of…

The Power of a House In the 1950s, in America, the definition of American dream changed as homeownership became an essential part of it. This still stands true today as many immigrants dream of one day saving enough money to buy a house for their family. Through the years, a house has become to symbolize stability, comfort, and even happiness. A house is simply a building of habitation but the more time one lives in it, an attachment develops. This attachment can be attributed to the sense of…

As an entrepreneur, there are different aspects of running a business that one must be well versed. With the normal schedules of working a business, the proprietor should likewise be aware of laws that may relate to the firm or could influence the business. The episode that happened at University Heights Apartments raised inquiries on where the liability of blame lies, with the proprietor or the intruder, in this case, it is also important to understand tenant rights in the State of Texas when…

Aloha Construction Compares: Building vs. Buying a House, Which Option is Right for You? So, you’re ready to move. Maybe you’re leaving your parent’s house for the first time, or maybe you’re ready to settle down in your forever home. When it comes to choosing a house, there are two main options: buy one, or build one. Both of these choices have pros and cons. Which one is right for you? Buying a Home Buying a home has many advantages over building it yourself. Aloha Construction breaks down…

ISSUES : PLANNED CORE COMPENTENCIES AND PLANNED COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE 1.1 PLANNED CORE COMPENTENCIES Core competencies are a skill or advancement that creates certain customer value. For instances, core competency of Tanjong Jara Resort is the environment and the design of the hotel itself. The accommodation design was inspired by the majestic 17th century Malay places. Tanjong Jara Resort offers an experienced of the region’s spirit and its rich natural heritage. With the concept of…

Personal Finance: Home v. Rent There are many considerations when deciding whether to rent or to own. Categories like one's financial situation, one's stage of life and one's desire for mobility should be primary factors. I may be biased based on the fact that I have never rented only owned. I started my current, and only job right out of high school and have been there ever since. I lived, at the time in a town of only 300 people renting had minimal offerings so buying a prefabricated home was…

Home remodeling is the process of renovating your home by adding in better parts and removing areas and objects that are not working properly. Many home improvements usually occur when you buy a property that was previously occupied by someone. The main aim in such remodeling is to ensure that you create a home environment which is comfortable for your particular requirements. The bathroom area is often neglected especially in a worn down property. It is in fact a very important area because it…

Filmmaker Chad Freidrichs examines the story of a public housing project estate in St. Louis that opened in the mid-1950’s, with the hopes of replacing slum apartments with modern, affordable high-rises. The documentary argues that the demise of the Pruitt Igoe complex was not due to the demographic make-up of the residents, but due to the declining economic fortunes of St. Louis and the resulting impact upon employment opportunities. The apartment complexes were built after World War II, as…

The Organization that I chose to volunteer at was Amarillo’s Habitat for Humanity. The purpose of this organization is to build homes for low-to-median income families who qualify and complete their program requirements. Habitat builds these homes to range from three-to-five bedrooms. Their mission statement is, “Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.” Amarillo Habitat for Humanity is a Christian-based…