In late March as the coronavirus pandemic spread to the U.S., news of a wave of deaths in Spanish nursing homes caught the attention of David Grabowski, a professor of health policy at Harvard Medical School. Tweeting a March 25 story about a probe into elderly coronavirus victims found dead …
Read More »Stock market rally went too far, too fast — expect a decline before prices rise again
U.S. stocks have soared, but low trading volume suggests many investors got shaken out in March and have been sulking on the sidelines. As the chart below shows, trading volume for the SPDR S&P 500 Trust SPY, -2.23%, which tracks the benchmark S&P 500 Index SPX, -2.28%, rose during the …
Read More »Cubic Yard Calculator — Start Here Before Purchasing Materials
Whether you’re pouring a concrete slab or adding gravel to a project, you’ll need to calculate the space’s cubic yards before purchasing construction materials. (DepositPhotos)Common home improvement materials, ranging from concrete in construction to mulch for your garden, are measured in cubic yards. That’s why it’s important to measure an …
Read More »8 Things to Ask Before Choosing a Construction Company
Owning your own property can be a joy. For all the people around the world who have properties of their own, we would just like to congratulate you on owning a long term asset which is just something to add to your name. There are people around the world who …
Read More »5 Steps to Take Before Putting a Down Payment on Your First Property
If you’re considering buying a house soon, you may be wondering what the most responsible steps to take are before you sign any contracts or put down any money. There’s a lot to consider when purchasing a house: your debt-to income ratio, the amount you can afford to put toward …
Read More »5 Crucial Points to Consider Before Hiring a Dumpster Rental
Mismanaging waste can pose a threat to the general public and the environment. For this reason, garbage must be collected, stored, and eliminated responsibly following the laws and regulations of your area concerning waste management. When it comes to waste management, it is vital to educate the public on how …
Read More »Steps to Take Before Calling an Emergency Electrician
We also realize that electricity is very dangerous and that unforeseen electrical issues should never be handled yourself with DIY methods. Instead, you should call Mr Switch your local emergency electrician Sydney. Of course, there are still some important things you can do in the meantime to protect your property and your family while …
Read More »Relocating? 5 Things to Research Before Buying a New Home
When it’s time to move, there can be a lot to do. You have to find the perfect neighborhood, home, real estate agent, and mortgage lender. Plus, you have to consider all the factors of moving to your new location while also packing up your entire life. If you’re stressed …
Read More »Should I refinance? Here are 5 factors to consider before you refinance your mortgage
Mortgage rates are at record lows — and that’s prompting a wave of refinancing activity as Americans look to take advantage of the savings a cheaper interest rate could bring. Refinance loan volume had jumped to the highest level since June 2013 back in early February, on the heels of …
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