Planning to make a late-August purchase closing? Keep an eye on your calendar. The last Friday of this month coincides with Labor Day Weekend, which may make for a complicated, end-of-month closing. If you're planning to close on, or around, August 31, 2012, plan ahead. Leaving anything to the proverbial last minute could delay your closing by hours in a best-case scenario, and by days in a worst-case. This is because Labor Day is among the most popular vacation times of the year in the real estate, title and mortgage industries and, as Labor Day approaches, it's increasingly hard to … [Read more...]
Tips for the Best Fourth of July Picnic Ever
The Fourth of July, otherwise known as Independence Day, is the federal holiday in the USA which celebrates the Declaration of Independence. On July 4th, 1776 this was the document which declared America as independent from the Kingdom of Great Britain. Traditionally Independence Day is commemorates with fireworks, parades, carnivals, outdoor concerts, ceremonies and of course, family picnics. If you are planning a picnic for this Independence Day, here are some tips for making it the best outdoor feast ever! Keep Your Food Fresh and Safe One of the challenges of outdoor eating is keeping your … [Read more...]
Juneteenth: Celebrating the End of Slavery
What are your plans to celebrate Juneteenth this year? If you haven’t heard of this holiday before, Juneteenth is celebrated on the 19th of June and it is the oldest recorded celebration to commemorate when slavery came to an end in the USA. It was established in 1865 when the Union Soldiers arrived at Galveston, Texas and Major General Gordon Granger announced that those who were enslaved were now free. This festival is held every year, especially in the Southern states of America, to celebrate the emancipation of the slaves. In early years due to deeply ingrained racism the … [Read more...]
What Does Memorial Day Mean?
Memorial Day falls on the last Monday in May every year and for most people it means that they will be able to enjoy a long weekend away from school or work and probably take a trip out of town. However, Memorial Day means a lot more than just a holiday. This day has special historical significance and it is important to know where the origins of Memorial Day come from. Remembering Those Who Have Served Memorial Day was created to honor the men and women who died while performing their service in the American military. It began during the years shortly after the Civil War and it was first … [Read more...]
Celebrating Armed Forces Day
What have you got planned to celebrate Armed Forces Day this year? This year’s Armed Forces Day falls on Saturday, May 19th. What is Armed Forces Day? Armed Forces Day is a holiday which celebrates the service and sacrifice of members of the military. Armed Forces Day is a common holiday celebrated in many countries throughout the world. In the USA, Armed Forces Day is always held on the 3rd Saturday of the month of May. It usually falls at the end of Armed Forces Week which occurs between the second Saturday and the third Sunday in May. What sort of Events are Held? The day is an … [Read more...]
