It is undeniable that in the past fifteen years tattoos have become more prevalent in U.S. culture. A once trademark of a subculture has now truly become a part of U.S. pop-culture. And that’s a good thing. For many, tattooing is considered a fine art and the tattoos that they display are considered a distinctive...
As March faded into April, you would be hard pressed to find a single American with a family who hadn't asked themselves at one time or another, "Should I buy a bigger house?" You may be one of those persons who even asks themselves that same question on an hourly basis. It's okay! This is...
Taco Mar is arguably the best Mexican restaurant in West Chester, PA. Honestly, it may be the best Mexican restaurant in the Tristate area. Since the first day they opened their doors, Taco Mar in West Chester, PA quickly became many 'townies' favorite dining spot. University students and West Chester locals alike cannot resist their unbelievable...
Homeowners ears generally perk up when they start to hear that mortgage rates are falling below their current loan rate. If you purchased a home within the last 10-15 years, you can almost guarantee that your mortgage interest rate is significantly higher than what is available in the market today. But...there are some additional reasons...
Your home undoubtedly will be the biggest purchase of your lifetime, so figuring out how much house you can afford is one of the first steps you need to take ensure that you are making the right purchase on the right home. With historically low interest rates, the good news is that you can get...
Living in West Chester off campus student housing or resident place for rent means that maintenance staff will take care of the majority of your repairs. However, it's important to know what is considered an emergency and what can wait until business hours. While something may be an inconvenience, it may not be drastic enough...
Bar Avalon is arguably one to the oldest operating restaurants in the borough and definitely one of the best restaurants in West Chester, PA. They have truly been a "go to spot" for hundreds of their loyal customers for decades and have been an integral part of the growth of our beloved town for nearly...
Sharing an apartment or house with roommates is often out of financial necessity. Being able to divide shared expenses three or more ways can be extremely beneficial if you are already on a tighter than usual budget. The following first apartment tips (or second...or third) will help you keep things going smoothly with your roommates when...
Trying to figure out how to furnish an apartment on a budget isn't as hard as it sounds, especially if you like to be creative. Whether you are a student or just starting out on your own, being on a budget shouldn't put limits on allowing you the necessities when it comes to furnishing your...
Living in an apartment has its advantages, especially if you don't want to deal with the upkeep of a home. If you do choose to rent, apartment safety should be one of your top priorities. Just because you don't own the property, it doesn't mean you shouldn't take the appropriate measures to keep you and...
