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16 February 2025 | 10 replies
Downsizing a one factory town.I would expect if FedGov downsizes, a lot of the corresponding periphery businesses/consulting firms, etc shut down.There has also been talk of such things like FBI moving out of Washington, I think some of that has already been the trend, but may accelerate.
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6 February 2025 | 1 reply
Since you're in Destin, you might want to check with local firms that have experience with STR-heavy communities, as they’ll be familiar with the risks and requirements.
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16 February 2025 | 14 replies
.: As mentioned by others above, require your cleaner to remove all refuse from the property, including anything in the bins, every time they visit the property.
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15 February 2025 | 11 replies
Small boutique firm, lower mgmt fee, personalized service, good mentions from here (BP forums), focused only on KC.
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12 February 2025 | 0 replies
Had studied civil engineering and worked at a few engineering firms before so I had a background but really wanted to be out and about working with my hands.
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7 February 2025 | 4 replies
I removed a staircase so I needed to extend out the floor joists further.
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16 February 2025 | 10 replies
This has led to increased insurance costs for some homeowners, while others have been mistakenly zoned into high-risk areas despite never experiencing flooding.If you believe your property was incorrectly placed in a flood zone, you can:✅ Request a Letter of Map Amendment (LOMA): If your property is above the base flood elevation, you can apply for a LOMA to remove it from the flood zone designation.✅ Get an Elevation Certificate: A certified surveyor can assess the elevation of your home, and if it meets FEMA’s criteria, your flood insurance premiums could be significantly reduced.✅ Appeal with FEMA: If you have evidence that your home is at a lower flood risk than designated, you can file an appeal with FEMA to reclassify your property.4.
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7 February 2025 | 5 replies
Prices will certainly vary between different tax firms.
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7 February 2025 | 9 replies
Prices vary a lot from firm to firm, and you can never compare it apples-to-apples.
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5 February 2025 | 0 replies
Both my aunt and my mother’s husband have expressed their willingness to remove their names from the title, granting sole ownership to my mother.My mother is interested in transferring ownership of the property to me and allowing me to live there.