NIGERIA: This House Is Not For Sale! By Ugochukwu Ejinkeonye "Why do I ever think of things falling apart? Were they ever whole" – Arthur Miller, Late American playwright and essayist ----------------------------------------------------I am forced by some very discomforting thoughts to remember today Bessie Head, the late South African writer and her 1989 collection of short stories entitled, Tales Of Tenderness And Power. I remember...more
Abstract:The 17th in a continuing series of research reports based on twice-yearly surveys of the most affluent 10% of U.S. households, this survey was designed to provide information critical for effective marketing to the affluent and luxury consumers.This report identifies: Spending plans over the next 12 months of both the luxury and affluent consumers (and they are often different) Which of 17 product categories show the most sales potential...more
AbstractThe 16th in a continuing series of research reports based on twice-yearly surveys of the most affluent 10% of U.S. households, this survey was designed to answer 7 important questions about marketing to the affluent and luxury consumers: * Should you be concerned about the prevalence of the concepts of "stealth wealth" and "luxury shame"? * What is the "new normal" and will the affluent return to pre-recession levels of spending? * Which segments of the affluent have been reducing/deferring expenditures, which segments will do so over the next 12 months, and which segments are not cutting back? * What are the spending plans for December holiday gifts? * Which of 8 major expenditures do the affluent expect to make during the next 12 months? * How do the affluent expect to change their spending for 17 products and services during the next 12 months? * What do the affluent expect of the stock market, business conditions, and their personal income during the next 12 months?Focused on the wealthiest 11.2 million households with an average $3.1 million net worth (as determined by The Federal Reserve Board) these surveys...more
TATA Housing launches luxury housing in West Bengal Tata Housing Development Company Limited announced the launch of "Eden Court Primo", a Luxury Housing Project at New Town Rajarhat in Kolkata.The project consists of two high rise towers with sky garden offering 3 & 4 BHK premium apartments starting at Rs. 3950 per sqft with a minimum size...more
Reasons For Buying Eco Or Ethical Household Furniture Ask yourself this - Do you own any eco friendly furniture, or anything that is made from an ethical source or bought from an ethical retailer? The majority of Western consumers may say they don't, and probably most of them are not even familiar with the concepts. So what is eco friendly...more
How To Get The Best Humidifier For All Around The House You spend time and energy figuring out everything with your home décor from the paint on the walls to the coverings on the windows. You may have even thought about which furnace or air conditioning system would best meet your needs. It you really want to make your home environment the most comfortable it can be then you should also put some thought into what is the best whole house humidifier for you. Controlling the humidity in your home is as important as where the thermostat sits in terms of keeping your environment the most comfortable.Tops Table Vs. Whole House HumidifiersIn many climates there is plenty of humidity in the air at least three seasons of the year. During the cold, dry winter months, many people will put a table top humidifier into their children's or baby's room to help them breathe better and sleep undisturbed. However, there are climates where the weather doesn't adjust the humidity to the perfect comfort level on its own. These are the places where you may find you need more than just one or two room or table top humidifiers, but a whole house humidifier.If you are considering a home improvement...more
When you are looking to build a home, you want to make sure that your home is exactly what you want. It needs to be the home that you envision in your head, which is why it is important to choose a house plan that you love. The house plan is the...more
All About House And Home Internet Shopping For A Fireplace A trouble free experience whilst buying certain products like reproduction victorian fireplaces or stone electric fireplaces is an area that no consumer should ever take for granted,...more
Arrange a House Swap Before Your Next Holiday When you participate in a house swap, you and a homeowner in some distant location agree to trade homes simultaneously. Many experienced travellers will tell you that the best and most efficient...more
Making choices about house insurance can be easy when you understand the basic structure of the standard house owner's insurance policy. Unlike medical care insurance, house owners insurance has been standardized. This makes it much easier to...more
If you have property for sale and are seeking a way to sell houses quick, then you need to use the services of an estate agent who will not only help you price your house or property so that it is comparable to those others in the neighborhood, but...more
An agent can sell my house for me, but the first thing that I need to do is to find a property to where I will be moving. I live in the country and want to move closer to the city. I need to take a look at what agents have listed online so that I...more