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Slate is a fine-grained, foliated, homogeneous, metamorphic rock derived from an original shale-type sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash through low-grade, regional metamorphism. It is the finest-grained foliated metamorphic rock. [ 1 ]
A house for sale by its owner. For sale by owner (FSBO) is the process of selling real estate without the representation of a broker or agent. This is where the homeowner sells directly to a new homeowner. Homeowners may still employ the services of marketing, online listing companies, but can also market their own property.
The world's biggest consumer of slate is France, followed by the UK, USA and Germany. In 2012, Spain produced more than 580,000 tonnes (570,000 long tons; 640,000 short tons) of slate worth about $380 million. This made it the largest slate producer in the world, followed by China and Brazil. [3]
If you've been paying attention to the real estate market over the past couple years, you know just how crazy it's been. Some buyers have been waiving inspections, making cash offers and paying way...
Bidding wars are "really common on properties with a trifecta of price, really good condition and really good location," says Lindsay Dreyer, owner of Washington, D.C.'s City Chic Real Estate firm. 3.
Real estate is a popular investment opportunity -- and for good reason. The housing market has seen an average return on investment (ROI) of 5.4% over the past 30 years, but the most successful ...
Slate has been quarried in north Wales for almost two millennia with the Segontium Roman fort at Caernarfon being roofed by local slate in the late second century. Export of slate has been carried out for several centuries, which was recently confirmed by the discovery in the Menai Strait of the wreck of a 16th-century wooden ship carrying finished slates.
Before you bite on a home or simply jump at what’s available, consider the following 14 warning signs of real estate deals you should walk away from. Structural Issues