Belgian property owners are obliged to pay at least 6% of the cadastral value of their properties in taxes. This is carried out by an agency called Vlaamse Administratie der Belastingen (Flemish Administration of Taxes). The average tax rate for houses in Belgium is somewhere around 3% – 5%, while French communities require on average a 1,5% taxation on non-residents. Property owners are taxed only once annually, though it’s possible to opt for monthly payments. The cadastral value of your home depends mainly on its surface area but also on the estimated market value and location.…

Sweden is fast becoming a popular destination for expats to work in thanks to a good quality of living as well as affordable real estate. Sweden may take some getting used to but is a pleasant place to live. Below are some questions and answers about Sweden when it comes to real estate.…

Ficus trees are a common plant in the home and office, mainly because they look like a typical tree with a single trunk and a spreading canopy. But for all of their popularity, ficus plants are finicky. However, if you know how to care for a ficus tree, you’ll be better equipped with keeping it healthy and happy in your home for years. One of ficus’ greatest advantages is its adaptability. These plants prefer conditions that are ideal for their foliage, which makes ficus an ideal indoor plant. All of the popular varieties of ficus trees are coniferous, and they …

Honey extractors are mechanized devices used for honey extraction from bee combs without causing any damages to them. A honey extractor works with a centrifugal force. The device has a cylindrical drum inside holding the frame basket. The basket is spun around to extract out the honey from the combs. 

Maintaining and cleaning your honey extractor is important to ensure that you will make the most out of this device.…