So how do you find the right contractor for you?

I would start by asking friends and relatives to see if they have had any building work done recently. See if they are happy to recommend the builders they used. Don’t just trust their word though, ask to see examples of the work their builder has done. You may find that what a friend or relative thinks is good workmanship may not be up to the same standard as your expectations. Continue reading →

Students residing off-campus want to help keep things flexible. Who knows they may want to move in with friends halfway through the semester, or summer job abroad could experience.

The challenge is that landlords reside in a less elastic world. They generally desire first and last month’s rent. They do not wish to hear your joyful story about getting this work-study grant in Nicaragua, thus having to break your rental. Continue reading →