PFAS to be Regulated in U.S. Drinking Water
For the first time, the United States government will regulate PFAS (Perfluoroaklyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) in the nation’s drinking water. PFAS do not break down under typical environmental conditions due to their tight chemical bond structure, which is why they are also dubbed “Forever chemicals.” It is suspected that these man-made chemicals can remain in… Read more
Easing Arthritis Pain
The main symptoms of arthritis include swelling, tenderness, or stiffness in one or more joints. Worsening with age, the most common types are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis forces cartilage to break down, while rheumatoid arthritis results when the immune system attacks the joints, specifically the lining. Depending on the type of arthritis you face,… Read more
Investment Property Rental Loans
Rental loans, or Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) loans, are tapered to rental investment properties. The DSCR metric evaluates the rental income, operating expenses, and mortgage expenses to formulate a dollar value. Commercial lenders (private lenders, banks, etc.) typically require a minimum DSCR to qualify for a Loan-to-Value (LTV). DSCR loans provide a personal guarantee… Read more
Climate Change Preparedness for Houses
Make sure your home can adapt to climate change before it succumbs to the dangers of global warming and climatic variations. A recent report by First Street Foundation found that 8.1 million U.S. residents are expected to undergo temperatures as high as 125 degrees Fahrenheit by 2023. By 2053, more than 107.6 million Americans could… Read more
Individualized Cancer Radiotherapy
High-energy radiation is used to destroy cancer cells in radiotherapy, followed by a treatment plan to minimize the effects of radiation on healthy tissues. It is impossible to predict the immediate effects of treatment (including potential side effects) as each individual is different, and cancer treatment varies. Associate Professor Teemu Mullyä, from the University of… Read more
Novel Glaucoma Treatment Discovered
A new therapeutic method to treat glaucoma has recently been unveiled by Indiana University School of Medicine researchers. Glaucoma, a neurodegenerative disease stemming from a damaged optic nerve, causes vision loss and blindness. In the United States, over 200,000 people suffer from glaucoma yearly, though there is no cure. The newly-published study was released in… Read more
On Trend: Moveable Pool Floors
High-tech trends are everywhere: from smart devices such as cellphones, doorbells, and garage doors, our houses are filled with these technological advancements. Just when you thought it was unlikely our homes could get any smarter, the next automation has been unveiled, poised to take over the smart home industry: moveable pool floors. While swimming pools… Read more
Types of Construction Bonds
The industry offers a large variety of surety bonds, which are required to bid or work on all public works projects, private construction, remodeling, and new construction. The different types of surety bonds include bid bonds, performance (contract) bonds, and payment bonds. These bonds offer protection for the project owner, taxpayers, investors, etc., associated with… Read more
Rainwater Collection Made Easy
A basic rainwater collection system collects rainfall and channels it into a container for storage. Rainwater collection tanks are an excellent for harvesting and storing runoff water from rooftops, parks, roads, open ground, etc. The benefits of rainwater collection systems are vast. From reducing reliance on potable water, solving isolated flooding in backyards, reducing water… Read more