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As of August 2022, the number of active listings for homes was up 26% compared to a year prior, according to realtor.com. After the housing inventory hit record lows in 2021 and early 2022, the number of active listings h What Are Your Rights When It Comes to Your Apartment's Pet Policy? 09/05/2022 08:00pm • Most pet owners will say that their beloved pet is part of their family, but if you rent an apartment, condo or house, you may be subject to a few rules when it comes to pet ownership. "Companion animals provide us with so much and are integral members of the family for most Americans," says Katie J Finally ready for that first office? Here���s what to look for in a coworking space 09/01/2022 03:54pm • For the past couple of years, working at home was the norm. 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