Lawrence J. Reaves

A short sale is an agreed upon sales transaction that occurs when the value of a home falls below the amount outstanding on the mortgage loan. For example, suppose a property was purchased for $400,000 and the buyer secured financing for $350,000. If the value of the property drops to...

A stroller is useful... a crib is valuable... but a diaper bag is essential. Few parents can get by without having a place in which to store wipes, powders, bottles, bibs, sippy cups, and of course, diapers. The challenge is choosing the right bag. There are myriad styles available and...

For years, it was common for people to buy homes that offered far more space than they would realistically need - even with kids. Young couples would buy 2,500 sq. ft. houses; Small families with two children would only consider homes for sale that offered 3,000 square feet or more....

A hybrid automobile combines a regular internal combustion engine with an electric motor, also known as a powertrain. The electric powertrain is there to assist the gas engine or to take over the propulsion of the vehicle and in so doing improve the fuel consumption and efficiency of the vehicle. The...

If you drive in cold weather, your car's heater is invaluable. Unfortunately, like all components and systems, it can fail for a number of reasons. In order to appreciate why problems develop, it's worth reviewing how your vehicle's heater works. That requires taking a look at the cooling system. Basics Of...

Did you know that there is an industry trade show association to give exhibitors a competitive edge in todays tough market? The Trade Show Exhibitors Association (TSEA) was founded in 1966 to provide a comprehensive array of resources and information to sales, marketing, and management professionals who use trade shows...

With the growth and expansion of electronic and digital communication, print media is quickly becoming a lost art. It is with some sadness that we recognize that with this detachment from traditional publication, we are losing touch with what many people consider the humanity behind the written word. Everything from...

How to videos on the internet are a fun and different way of learning information right from the comfort of your own home or office. Even though videos have been available on the internet for many years, people are starting to care more about the educational possibilities of said videos,...

Just because you have invested in establishing a website, using Wordpress or any other platform, does not mean that your work is over far from it! You may look to move the website for a number of reasons, including moving the hosting to a different provider or for testing the...

As dogs grow older, they experience several changes that their owners should be prepared to accommodate. Just as people suffer physical, physiological, and emotional changes as they age, so too, does your pooch. If you're diligent about making regular appointments with his veterinarian, you'll be able to catch health problems...