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Travel and living

Best German Cities To Live In

Germany may not have the beaches of Spain or Australia but one thing it does have in abundance for people who go to live there is great cities. Germany's a populous country by European standards - in fact it has the largest population of any nation that's situated solely in […]

Exteriors

A Simple Guide To Concrete Roofs

Though seemingly counter-intuitive at first glance, concrete boats actually do float, and concrete roofs can protect a dwelling without crushing it beneath the weight. Both technologies have existed since the mid-19th century and many European structures constructed at that time with concrete roofs are still standing today - a true […]

Green tech

Farming Methods & Jobs of the Future

The future of farming will test humanity's intelligence, adaptability and, more importantly, camaraderie. By 2050, the world's food supply must double in order to feed everyone on the planet. As time passes and the population increases, the availability of land slowly dwindles, leaving us with one of the most challenging […]

Travel and living

The Hottest Holiday Destinations for 2013

With British Springtime being reluctant to show its face, the lure of foreign shores soaked in sunshine has never been stronger. Burma topped the ‘hot for 2012' lists, but 2013 has brought its own set of must-visit holiday destinations for you to choose from. This year’s picks are places filled […]

Finance Taxes

The Dummies Guide To Property Taxes

State, county and municipal governments need revenue to provide services for their residents. To pay for schools, roads, maintenance, police and fire protection, among other things, revenue must be raised in the form of taxes. Though some may use income and sales tax as a form of revenue collection, property […]