If you’ve priced the value of land lately you know that for many individuals the notion of home ownership has become a very difficult prospect. What about existing home owners that would like a home-based business, but also want that home-based business to have its own place away from the hustle and bustle of an already full house? If there is space on the lot you currently own you may find a new trend to be just right in developing an ‘off site’ on site location for you to stay at home and still have the quiet you need for a home office – the best of both worlds. Many homeowners are finding mini cottages are adding value to their home and giving them a retreat for their homegrown business activities. In some cases these mini structures can be put up in the course of a few weekends with as few as two people working on them. Some companies can deliver these structure pre-made to your specifications. Your total investment could be as little as $10,000. Many homeowners use these s
Government real estate auctions sell off real property that has been seized, abandoned, or forfeited. The Department of Treasury has been designated as the state department to handle such auctions. Typically, they conduct 100 auctions a year. The funds obtained at state real estate auctions help support local and state police and other areas of the city. The placement of a successful bid at a Department of the Treasury auction establishes a legally binding contract between the successful bidder and the Government. Here are some basic rules and policies: 1. To be eligible to bid you must be 18 years of age and not an employee of the state. 2. You cannot be the contractor, subcontractor or vendor or their agent who has access to information about the property. 3. A bidder registration form must be submitted for approval. If bidding for someone else, the form must be notarized. 4. Buyer is to inspect property prior to placing a bid. 5. Changes may be made on the day of