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I am a landlord and I am so happy I survived Covid. I was afraid that my tenant was not going to pay the rent, I would be stuck paying municipal taxes, insurance, condos fees, school taxes, maintenance, and the mortgage without having any revenue from my property to pay…

About Hussein Al-Baiaty Hussein Al-Baiaty is a business owner and graduate of Portland State University’s School of Architecture. In 2016, he launched Refutees, creating graphic tees that expand awareness while donating much-needed items to local and international refugees. Hussein volunteers his time at many events and causes throughout the year,…

As a small business owner, you may be wondering how to save payroll costs. The answer is not as simple as just cutting employees – it’s about finding creative ways to reduce the number of workers on your team without compromising quality. If you want to learn more about some…

If you’re a startup or small business just starting out, you can save a lot of time and money by outsourcing. There are plenty of services you can hire on a one-off or short-term basis which will save you spending your budget on hiring staff or buying expensive equipment. By…

What does the ideal environmentally-friendly home look like? Most homeowners dream of a carbon-neutral property that can generate its own renewable energy. Unfortunately, the dream remains inaccessible for the majority of households. Granted, the technology to generate your own energy at home exists. However, it remains an expensive investment. Besides,…

The only way to get our lives back is to get everyone vaccinated. Until then, we won’t be able to engage in recreational or work activities where there are other unvaccinated people. To live in a free, civilized, and open society requires that we all accept numerous “mandates” every day.…