Exposing Some Common Homebuying Myths

If you are a first-time homebuyer, friends and family members may be quick to give advice about the home-purchasing process. As a result, there could be several homebuying myths that may have found refuge in the back of your mind. Unfortunately, that friendly advice can help perpetuate some of the most common homebuying myths —…

How To Apply for Building Permits on Vacant Land in Ontario, Cana

A building permit refers to a legal document issued in compliance with, in this case, the Ontario’s Building Code. This document is necessary before constructing, renovating, demolishing, or changing the use of a building. Your municipal building department carries out the issuing of building permits and other tasks involving the enforcement of the Building Code.So,…

Jim Ovia: Zenith leads Nigerian change

Nigeria, little over two decades ago, was in short supply of the resources and infrastructure necessary to keep pace with the rapid technological and economic change in much of the developed world. Opportunities were limited and, as a consequence, business impetus was lacking, save for a select few individuals who sought to capitalise on what…

How to Buy Vacant Land for Development

What needs to be considered when buying land to build onA lot of people are starting to gain an interest in purchasing land outside the city limits to build houses and other types of buildings. That’s an excellent idea, but there are several vital aspects that you have to consider when choosing vacant land. Buying…

The myth of isolationist America

Is the United States turning inward and becoming isolationist? That question was posed to me by a number of financial and political leaders at the recent World Economic Forum at Davos, and was heard again a few days later at the annual Munich Security Conference. In a strong speech at Davos, Secretary of State John Kerry…