Language of Flowers

Use of flowers for conveying the coded messages started in 1600 in Constantinople and brought to England in 1716. The Victorian made an art of expressing through Tussie Mussies or flower bouquet which was gifted during the reign of Queen Victoria since 1837. Since then flowers have silently expressed sentiments in one form or another by their fragile and delicate blooms.

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Real Estate Investing

Although the real estate market has plenty of opportunities for huge profits it is far more complicated the profits and losses could be extreme. It is capital intensive and cash flow dependent. These features are to be managed by the investor otherwise the investment could be risky.  The realtor should take into consideration cash flow, leverage, equity, appreciation, and risk of investing in real estate. It requires time and effort to stay on top of things.

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Color Schemes for the House

The exploration of an appropriate color scheme can create a calm, stimulating and soothing effect on the family. There is no hard and fast rule in the use of color, but knowing the basics of colors and their use can create an environment appropriate for the healthcare of the family. Research shows that color is significant to our mental health. Nowadays, through an exploration of color, color therapy is the technique being used for healing problems related to stress, anxiety, and depression. Colors balance and enhance the energy centers in our body. Even hospitals use different colors to stimulate quick healing. The most sensitive and challenging part is creating color harmony in the house ranging from ceilings to walls to doors to furniture which could unify the overall atmosphere of the house.

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Energy Efficient Homes

Energy Efficient Homes simplifies the concerns of economy, utility, durability, and comfort. This is beneficial for the environment, your wallet and for the planet. By building energy-efficient houses we can do our part in conserving natural resources. Investing in home energy efficiency will reduce energy consumption. This, in turn, will not only save the money through reduced utility bills but will also increase the resale value of your home. This will make the home and its surroundings a more comfortable and healthy place to live. Energy efficiency can be achieved by adopting a more efficient technology to reduce energy utilization. Energy utilization can be measured in terms of energy, cost and carbon emission. This depends on the technique a building is constructed, insulated, heated, and ventilated.

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