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New Yorkers Are Fleeing To Los Angeles In Droves, Study Shows

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NEW YORK, NY — It's one of the oldest rivalries in American migration: New York vs. Los Angeles. For the better part of a century, residents of the nation's two largest metro areas have been defending their chosen kingdom and dismissing the other on an endless loop of judginess between kitty-corner coasts. Ew, the traffic! But the sunshine! But the subway! But the garbage! But the skyline! But the coastline! But the bustle! But the chill! In this tireless war of words, a clear winner has yet to emerge. But it's harder to argue against the numbers. Thousands of working professionals have relocated to Los Angeles County from New York City in the past year and a half, according to a series of monthly "workforce reports" released this spring and summer by the job- networking site LinkedIn (and spotted by LA Weekly). And it's not exactly a two-way street. Since early 2016, according to LinkedIn, around seven or eight out of every 10, 000 site users in LA report...

Renting an Apartment vs. Buying a Condo – A Matter of Flexibility vs. Stability

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If you are new to the property game and have recently decided that it’s time to move into a place of your own, then you will have likely asked yourself the question “Do I want to rent an apartment, or purchase a property of my own?” Well fortunately, this article aims to help you answer that question, by offering insights into why it might be a better idea to rent or purchase for your current situation, as well as other factors that you may not have considered yet. Renting Provides Flexibility while Purchasing Offers Stability In a recent article by EnlightenMe, they shared insight when they mentioned that one of the primary factors to consider when deciding whether to purchase a condo or rent an apartment, was the fact that renting offers flexibility , whereas buying offers stability . For example, if you are an entrepreneur or are still finding your footing within your career, you will need to decide whether you can realistically settle down. If you are expecting to be relocated with...

Countryside Properties : COUPLE BUY INTO STRESS FREE LIVING AT KINGS PARK

22/08/2017 Recent research conducted by Vitality Health has revealed that long commutes appear to have a significant impact on mental wellbeing, increasing the risk of stress. Looking to reduce the stress of their daily commute, Faye White (34) and fiancé Rick Fullman (32) have recently purchased a two bedroom apartment at Countryside's popular Kings Park development in Essex, situated adjacent to Harold Wood Station and on Crossrail's eastern section. Recent research conducted by Vitality Health [1] has revealed that long commutes appear to have a significant impact on mental wellbeing, increasing the risk of stress. Looking to reduce the stress of their daily commute, Faye White (34) and fiancé Rick Fullman (32) have recently purchased a two bedroom apartment at Countryside's popular Kings Park development in Essex, situated adjacent to Harold Wood Station and on Crossrail's eastern section. Faye, a Group Finance Manager and Rick, a Recruitment Finance Direct...

Metal Locker and Filing Cabinet Inspiration

It's not that anyone forgot that lockers and filing cabinets exist , it's just that they aren't used nearly as commonly as they ought to be in my opinion. They're affordable (to buy new or find used at thrift stores) and you can store lots of different things in them. They're DIY'able (hello, paint one a bold color!). They not only fit in with a lot of different design styles, but they offer up a heaping dose of industrial vibes to any room they live in. And let's not forget the most important element; most are made of metal, which means they are perfect for magnetic decor ideas . I was reminded again of lockers' beauty and functionality in a recent house tour : A Quirky, Industrial Modern Apartment in Michigan. Rachael Barlock's rental house uses lockers in a few different rooms. In the living room, an unassuming white locker (that she found thrifting) blends into the background, but is tall and provides a great opportunity to add decor (like a...

How Helen Uffner, Vintage Clothing Expert, Spends Her Sundays

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Photo Helen Uffner at her costume rental warehouse and showroom in Long Island City , Queens. On weekends, she hunts for additional clothing and accessories to stock. Credit Will Glaser/The New York Times Helen Uffner has been a go-to period clothing source for television, movies and the stage since she began her career 39 years ago . From her 5,000-square-foot warehouse and showroom in Long Island City , Queens, she rents out vintage clothing , with her oldest pieces dating back to 1860. Her first film job was outfitting Meryl Streep for “Out of Africa,” and more recently, she supplied Amy Schumer ’s dress for a Mary Todd Lincoln skit on “ Saturday Night Live ” (a regular client) and Kate Winslet’s shoes — 1930s wedges, new in the box — for Ms. Winslet’s portrayal of Mildred Pierce in the recent HBO remake . Sundays find Ms . Uffner, 68, who lives on East 70th Street , visiting flea markets and tag or estate sales with friends. She’s always on the lookout for new inventory and ...

Buying Vs Renting | Germany Rent Control

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The Oasis Terraces housing complex in Singapore and the original cast of “Rent” How to tell if one has made it in America? See if they own a home. For decades, homeownership has been one of the cornerstones of the American dream, and the U.S. housing market was the envy of the world. But that’s changed. The federal mortgage subsidy complex , which turned (white) America into a nation of homeowners in the postwar decades and helped build the world’s largest middle class , is no longer doing what it’s supposed to. Faced with stagnating wages and ballooning property prices , fewer Americans can afford to buy their own homes. The mortgage interest deduction and Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are turning into regressive subsidies, channeling taxpayer money to rich homeowners and driving up housing costs while a growing group of middle-income renters must fend for themselves. Rent-stabilization laws have become weaker over time. And New York is dealing with a crumbling public housing infrast...

Video: Difference of a Condo vs. an Apartment | Home Guides

Difference of a Condo vs. an Apartment A condo and an apartment are two very different entities and are treated as such in the eyes of the law. Find out about the difference between a condo and an apartment with help from a real estate professional in this free video clip . URL: Embed: Video Transcript Hi, my name is Michael Chadwick, and I'm a licensed real estate salesperson with Bonds New York in Columbus Circle. I help people buy, sell and rent real estate . The difference between a condo and an apartment. Well an apartment and a condo are exactly the same thing the difference is that you own a condo and you rent an apartment. Now whether or not you are in a position to buy a condo or you should stay renting is a completely different thing. But one of the questions you want to ask yourself is how long do you see yourself staying where you currently live. If I'm a great real estate agent and I confidently believe that if someone were to buy an apartment for me and d...

What Christchurch could see in a new stadium: international trends in stadium design

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WILL HARVIE Last updated 05:00, August 19 2017 Perth Stadium Perth Stadium and precinct should open early next year and includes many innovations in stadium design that are popular in the United States. Many of those trends could be implemented in Christchurch. Many stadium owners are struggling with the same problem. Watching a match or event from home is more comfortable, costs less and takes less effort than trooping off to the ground for a live experience. The response has been broadly similar – make being in the stadium more fun. "We focused from the beginning on building a unique fan experience ," Arthur Blank, owner of the NFL's Atlanta Falcons, said of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium that will open later this month.  Perth is building a $1 billion, 60,000-seat extravaganza that will host  AFL, rugby, league, soccer, cricket and entertainment events when it opens early next year. According to marketers, the stadium is designed for  "fan first" experiences. REA...