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A Guide to Natural Gas Fireplaces
Many people long for a simpler time, for hours spent with the family, happy just to be together. People long for a quieter time as well, time to sit and think and read, time to be. Somehow, for many people a fireplace represents all of those things...
How Thousands of people are buying second homes in Spain?
With a major portion of the Iberian Peninsula occupied by Spain (80%), it is indeed inviting a location for investment towards an ideal second home. Spain is also sound with reference to geography, climate and cultural richness. A large coastline...
Secure Locks for the Restoration of Period Houses
Having problems finding suitable, secure lock for your period property or log cottage? A ready made lock block, could be the answer. These are blocks of oak or pine with 5 lever mortice, very secure lock inside, all ready for screwing on to the...
Stop Dreaming! Magically Transform Your Garden By Night
(ARA) – It’s cold in most areas of the country, but those of us who love our gardens can’t help but dream of the spring, when we can spruce up our homes with color and life.
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Tiles are the foundation stone for your stylish bathroom!
Tiles can increase the value of any home. Ceramic tiles, mosaic tile, floor tile all add an extra quality to your home. Tile can be found throughout a home from the kitchen, bathrooms, and even the flooring. Tiles are widely available in most home...
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Is A Townhouse For You?
With the huge variety of real estate choices on the market today, many people aren't even clear on what a townhouse is, much less whether or not it's the right choice for them. So what, exactly, is a townhouse?
A townhouse, also called a rowhouse, is actually very much the same thing as a condominium, with one technical difference. Both are housing units that are physically attached to other units on either side- thus the name rowhouse, since they stand in a row. But in a condominium, the land the houses stand on is owned by someone else. A townhouse, on the other hand, means that the person living in the home owns the land it is sitting upon.
Townhouses can be single or multiple stories. Each townhouse has a small patch of yard or perhaps a patio in the back or front, and the lawns are divided equally among the houses. This is a definite advantage over apartment living, where many housing units are in the same structure and thus there is no property division on the ground. Townhouses can be grouped into pairs as a duplex, or in larger groups that form a main complex. Townhouse owners are generally required to keep up their own section of lawn, and may be required to pitch into maintenance of any common areas as well.
So who benefits most from this style of living? For many people, the idea of living in an apartment grows old quickly. Having neighbors above, below, and around you can be tiresome; the lack of a yard is also a drawback. However, many people either cannot afford or do not wish to own a single family dwelling. Townhouses give buyers the option to own a house that is still part of a housing
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Townhouses are ideal for the elderly, or for young families just starting out. The mutual walls give a sense of security, although of course there is also a loss of privacy. Having a small patch of yard to tend, rather than a full lot, can be a blessing for those who are unable to tend a full yard. A townhouse can be a great starter home for young couples with children.
Of course, because a townhouse is indeed part of a housing community, there are rules which homeowners must agree to follow. Often townhouses are subject to the rules of housing associations, which limit decorations and modifications that can be made to houses or yards. Many townhouse communities prefer to present a unified front, and changes must be approved before they can be made.
For those who are interested in a community style of living but do not wish to remain in an apartment, a townhouse can be an excellent substitute. Townhouse living is available in all kinds of neighborhoods and in many different styles all over the United States. From brownstones in New York to vinyl sided dwellings in Nebraska, town homes are available at all levels and offer the homebuyer a whole new range of options.
About the Author: Kirsten Hawkins is a real estate expert from Nashville, TN. Visit http://www.king-of-real-estate.com/ for more information on real estate, mortgages, and finding the house of your dream.
Source: www.isnare.com
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