Despite the economic slowdown, a lot of people are still venturing into rehabbing houses because it is actually is a rewarding form of investing. On the other hand, others are reluctant to try this kind of real estate investing. For those who want to try it anyway, here are some common misconceptions about rehabbing houses:1. It will die in an economic slump. The recession indeed has affected all industries and sectors imaginable. To say though...more
Picture yourself in this scenario: Youve heard from a friend that if you fix and flip houses today, you can easily build a fortune. So, you decide to watch the reality TV show he recommended. Now you think it really is easy. You decide to try rehabbing houses on your own after reading some materials about it. At the closing, you realize that you didnt earn much at all after a few months of labor. Now you hate the business because all the hype...more
Painting a House Portrait Lesson One: Getting Started - The Planning Stage"Fail to plan and you plan to fail", as the old saying goes, is totally applicable to art. Sure, there is always that element of "spontaneous creation" but my best paintings have been ones that I planned out well beforehand. A lot of other artists who make their living at their craft will agree with me. At the risk of stating the obvious, getting started on your house portrait first and foremost begins with having a suitable house as the subject of your painting. There needs to be some aesthetic or interesting element that inspires you to do the painting, but don't lose sight of the fact that beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. If you are doing a house portrait painting for a friend or relative, think of what the painting will mean to them and it is amazing how good your work of art will turn out. For example, that ramshackle farmhouse that your mother was brought up in might not look like much but to her it is imbued with nostalgia and happy family memories. The ancient shaggy cedar tree that frames the house was where she and her siblings played for hours, swinging on an old tractor tire; the old...more
Sydney Harbour, Bridge and Opera House.Sydney Harbour has to be one of the most beautiful harbours in the world. If you are lucky enough to cruise or sail into this Australian port the amazing point of entry are what is called The Heads. From here there is a natural navigable channel all the way to the central city.As you make your way to the...more
Author: Karl DuncanShould you want to design your own house, you will need to stay organized to make sure that you don't fall behind schedule or run over budget. Here are a few tips to help you in your quest for your own house. 1. Have you taken a look at what is already out there. Have you even passed by a house on the street and thought, "Wow!...more
Author: Karl DuncanThese days and more than ever before, more people are looking for ways to harness alternative renewable energies in order to reduce their carbon footprint. When looking into the financial aspects, it often turns out that even the most environmentally passionate person cannot take on such endeavors without investing significant financial resources. A professional installation of a solar energy system can cost in the thousands, amount too high for many. As a result, many resourceful individuals are finding creative ways to utilize alternative methods and resources that can help them build a solar system for a very low cost. To build your own solar panel can be simple and affordable, but for the most part, these panels are small and do not produce the wattage necessary to power more than one or two lamps for only few minutes. When hiring a professional to do it is too costly for you, the most effective alternative way would be with a solar panel kit. These build-your-own kits come with everything you need to successfully build your own system in the comfort of your own home. With the right guidance, the materials needed to build your own solar system are not...more
Author: Karl DuncanWhen the time comes for you to start thinking about building your own dream home, you will want to consider drawing and customizing your own house plans. After all, it is going to be your home for some time - do you really want it...more
Author: Karl DuncanIf you are thinking of designing your own house, what steps do you need to take before you get started? Obviously, before you can ever build your own house, you will need to design it. The biggest decision of all will probably be...more
Author: Karl DuncanPrior to your starting to design your own house, you must take into account your budget. This seems like it is obvious but it is very easy to get carried away. It is fun to put designs down on paper, but if you keep adding to your...more
Author: Karl DuncanNowadays, with escalating material and labour costs, many people are starting to think about if they could carry out there own building work or at least manage others while they carry out the work for them. This article has been...more
Author: Karl DuncanShould you be thinking you might want to design your own house, what do you need to do before you get started? Designing a house is a big project and you need to stay organized to insure you don't get off track. Here are some steps...more
Author: Karl DuncanDefinitely! You can build your own home! Acting as your own (GC) General Contractor when building a new home can save you thousands of dollars and help you create instant equity upon completion. Many people believe that you have to...more