Approximately 83% of Americans believe that having a yard is important. Unfortunately, not every property owner across the country has the luxury of enjoying a nice backyard — especially in Manhattan. That being said, Manhattan is still one of the most popular real estate areas in the U.S. and the entire world. There are certainly some affordable […]
Month: September 2018
Viva México! Everything You Need To Know For A Road Trip Down South
Road trips have been gaining popularity in recent years; they offer an independent and unique opportunity to visit sites that may be harder or more expensive to reach. Mexico is beginning to be recognized as a wonderful road trip destination due to its perfect combination of culture and sunshine. There are seven main regions for […]
Wells Fargo Under Fire For Internal Fraud Investigation…. Again
Wells Fargo has been having a rough go of it. The banking giant’s wholesale banking unit is being probed for fraud by the Department of Justice after allegations arose that employees changed corporate customers’ information on documents without their knowledge or consent. Personal information — including social security numbers, birth dates, and addresses — of […]
Sting Uncovers Dozens of Unlicensed Moving Companies
On August 20, 2018, New Jersey police officially broke their silence on the mysterious “Operation Mother’s Attic”. The four-day sting operation took place this past April. At first the target of the sting may seem odd: moving companies. But moving company scams are becoming a nationwide epidemic of stolen property, extortion, and shady business practices. […]
The Fate Of Customer Service: Are Face-To-Face Interactions Going The Way Of The Dinosaur?
Amazon has recently dipped its toe into the healthcare industry through its acquisition of PillPack, a small company that packages, organizes, and delivers prescriptions. Competitors such as Walgreens and CVS Health are taking a stand against the online mogul by stressing their face-to-face connections to patients — because, when it comes right down to it, […]
NYC Requires For-Hire-Vehicles To Accommodate Passengers With Disabilities
A recent commission mandate was passed in New York City that required for-hire-vehicles, such as limousines and taxi cabs, to accommodate those with disabilities by providing wheelchair-accessible vehicles. Suffice to say, some people weren’t so happy with it; a group comprised of several independent for-hire-vehicle companies sought an injunction to block the rules, claiming that […]
Florida Real Estate: Statewide Condo Sales On the Rise
Florida is one of the most popular vacation destinations not only in the U.S., but in the entire world. The Sunshine State isn’t just a great place to visit with the family for a week or two, though; it’s an excellent place to live. According to Miami Agent Magazine, Florida Realtors have announced that real […]
Pro Skateboarder Sentenced to 4 Years in Prison For Fatal DUI
Last summer, on August 30, 2017, a car crashed into a group of trees off of Thorston Road Southwest on Vashon Island at about 10:14 pm. The crash killed 45-year-old passenger Preston “P-Stone” Maigetter, a father of two and beloved local skateboard videographer who worked for Thrasher magazine. A passenger in the back seat, Allan […]
Mexican Corn That Fertilizes Itself Could Revolutionize Global Agricultural Industry
The industrial and agricultural use of fertilizers is valued at roughly $200 billion. Fertilizers are important for enhancing the growth of plants. This goal, traditionally, has been met in two forms; one being additives that provide nutrients, and the second way in which some fertilizers act is to enhance the effectiveness of the soil by […]