by Jocelyn Acuna | May 30, 2024 | Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does a resident need a permit from HCD to remodel their home, even though all the changes and upgrades are on the inside? A: Homeowners need a permit from the state Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). Only HCD, not local government, may issue...
by Jocelyn Acuna | May 23, 2024 | Holiday, Memorial Day
Every major holiday has a symbol associated with it; Valentine’s Day has hearts, Thanksgiving has turkeys, but what is Memorial Day’s? Its symbol is none other than the humble poppy flower, particularly the red poppy. The red poppy first became a symbol of the...
by Jocelyn Acuna | May 16, 2024 | Economy
CPI-U stands for Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers. It’s like a big calculator that keeps track of how much prices change for things people usually buy. Imagine if you have a list of your favorite toys and snacks, and you check the prices every month....
by Jocelyn Acuna | May 9, 2024 | Economy
In•fla•tion/inˈflāSH(ə)n/nounA general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money How do you explain inflation to your kids? Why does the McDonalds Big Mac Combo Meal cost so much more now than it did four years ago? 2020 Big Mac Combo...
by Jocelyn Acuna | May 2, 2024 | General Interest
With the daily hustle and bustle of life, it is inevitable for your carpets to become dirty. Regular vacuuming will clear away dust, dirt, and grime, but what about the odor? Your carpet is bound to retain an unpleasant odor over time regardless of how frequently one...
