Concordia Clubhouse

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

How to Clean Silver Jewelry So It Shines

To make your silver rings, bracelets, and necklaces sparkle, here's how to clean silver jewelry the right way. Plus, how to store silver jewelry to prevent tarnish.

How to Avoid Dining at a Tourist Trap

How to Carry Concealed In a Purse (If You Must)

Many self-defense experts eschew off-body carry. But that's not always practical.

How Police Are Watching You on Social Media

How does law enforcement use Twitter, Facebook, and other forms of social media to keep tabs on people? Documents from Chicago's Cook County Sheriff’s Office reveal a few of their surveillance techniques.

10 Things Food Banks Need But Won't Ask For

Some items are in high demand at the food bank and you may not realize it. Because they aren't essentials, the staff doesn't publicly ask for them.

Why Fertility Treatments Aren’t Covered for Veterans

The U.S. government will help active-duty soldiers with the cost of IVF, but those who have left the military don’t have the same benefit—even when combat injuries make it impossible to have kids otherwise.

Child care costs more than college

The costs of full-time child care can amount to as much as 85% of income for a family at the poverty line, according to a new report.

How To Invest In Real Estate

There are an endless variety of ways to invest in real estate, from taking out a home mortgage to building a property empire that spans the country. While there are areas of the country where home appreciation is much higher, on average the house you live in is unlikely to dramatically grow in value, especially once you figure in costs like maintenance and repairs, insurance, property taxes and the interest you pay on your mortgage. Invest in Real Estate by Flipping Properties

Tips For Buying Commercial Real Estate

Commercial real estate is a different investment as compared to residential real estate as this article explores.

What Is Passive Income in Real Estate?

Want to earn income on an ongoing basis without having to actively work for it? Learn what passive income is and how to create it in real estate.

What is Metaverse Real Estate?

Source: Pixabay The “Metaverse” is a new concept in the real estate world that is helping to bridge the gap between physical and digital spaces. The Metaverse is a virtual universe where people can interact with one another, explore different places and experiences, and even buy and sell a property. This concept has been around for some time, but it has recently gained more traction as companies like Redfin have started to focus on this type of technology. The Metaverse is an ever-evolving…

Oliver Luxury Real Estate Joins Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate.

Oliver Luxury Real Estate is thrilled to announce that we have joined Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate, a worldwide network of top luxury real estate professionals and brokerages.

Are You Real Estate Savvy?

When it comes to real estate know-how, are you a pro? Whether you're buying or selling, a little bit of insider information goes a long way.

The Benefits of Cloud for Real Estate

It's that time again! We're continuing our blog series, "How Can My Industry Benefit from the Cloud?" and up this week is real estate!

Will marriage equality ruling affect real estate?

Without a real magic eight-ball or a psychic to tell us how the new marriage equality ruling will affect real estate, we can only speculate.

Is real estate a profession or a trade?

Some people say the real estate profession isn't a profession at all -- it's a trade. Who's on the right side of this debate?

Facebook as a Real Estate Tool?

Many real estate professionals are finally catching on that social media is not a trend, but even those who use it regularly may not understand it’s potential as a real marketing tool. Knowin…

What Is A Real Estate Broker?

Real estate brokers can do everything agents can do, and then some.