Like many shrubs, boxwoods are woody plants that grow to a certain height and width, and then stay that way for a long time. Unlike some shrubs, however, boxwood shrubs tend to stay the same height and width indefinitely, and…
In the real estate community, I come across a number of terms that are used to describe the different types of landscaping equipment that are available to us, and the recycler lawn mower is one of them. In the landscaping…
Using glyphosate herbicide in your garden or on your crops is an effective way to control weeds and grasses. Sadly, if you use it in the same sprayer you use for other chemicals, you can end up contaminating your other…
So you’ve just bought a house in the suburbs, and decided to replace your old-fashioned sump pump system with a new, state-of-the-art french drain. The problem is that you’ve heard that french drains need an outlet in order to function.…
Not all job opportunities around us are perfect. Sometimes, a job that’s meant for us is thousands of miles away. With all the economic challenges and companies shutting down, it can be a pain trying to find a place of…
When choosing a new office for rent, cost and size are the key factors business owners consider. Determining the space in your commercial building can save you the oblivion of overpaying for your lease. While most guidelines for measuring office…
Every committed landlord strives to keep their property marketable while maintaining it’s safety and habitability for tenants. Determining who’s responsible for plumbing and toilet repairs continues to be a bone of contention between the landlord and renters. During tenancy, each…
Keeping a small apartment clean can be a satisfying thing to do. When your living space is spotless and tasteful, you get peace of mind and can have better mental focus on other activities around the house. Oftentimes, tidying requires…
One reason why your tenants and their belongings stay secure is the locks you have on the exterior doors. From time to time, you’ll be required to change the locks. Studies show renters are at a higher risk of home…
Renting out property is a solid way of earning recurring income. In Kenya, the income-tax regime includes rental business activities. This is a way to boost government revenue as more people venture into real estate. As a landlord earning less…
Having an apartment balcony is definitely a perk. People like to refresh, dry clothes or entertain themselves in an open area. This makes privately accessed balconies a great and natural extra space to have. But for unsupervised little ones, a…
Utilities are the cornerstone of a habitable rental property. Before moving to a new apartment, renters consider costs other than monthly rent. To come up with a proper budgeting plan, you need to take into account different expenses including average…