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Bills demise ends state sales tax rebates for retail development - February 21, 2014 by Mr HomeBuilder

Mississippis tourism tax development incentives failed to gain enough legislative support for renewal last week and will expire July 1, ending the states practice of awarding tens of millions of dollars as incentives for development of shopping malls and retail plazas.

The Mississippi Development Authority so far has awarded up to $155 million in potential subsidies for three shopping malls since legislators widened the sales tax rebate program last year to include cultural retail attractions, or what are more commonly known as retail centers and shopping malls.

Under the terms of the law, the state returns 80 percent of sales taxes collected at a development over 10 years, until the total collected reaches 30 percent of the construction price.

Lawmakers this week declined to extend the tax credits, thus letting them run out on July 1. House Bill 1233, sponsored by Rep. Rita Martinson, R-Madison, would have extended the program by three more years. After a lawmaker questioned the bill last week, it was moved to the bottom of the House calendar, where it remained without a call up.

Martinson said in an interview with The Associated Press she thinks incentives have been helpful, but conceded there was some sentiment to let the lures run out.

We might even think about letting it go, she told AP. It might be at the point to sit back and see what weve done.

State Sen. David Blount, who does commercial leasing for retail space, said he is glad to see the state cease creating an unlevel playing field for retail businesses. Its favoritism of one business over another, the Jackson Democrat said.

Many economists also voice doubts about subsidizing retail development as well. Good Jobs First, a nonprofit group that is skeptical of business subsidies, is particularly critical of giving money to retailers, saying they dont pay well or create spinoff jobs, the AP reported.

Building new retail space doesnt grow the economy, it just moves sales and lousy jobs around, the group writes.

The first retail development to qualify for the widened incentives was Pearls Outlets of Mississippi, where Spectrum Capital could get up to $24 million of its $80 million investment back. That mall opened in November.

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With high winds blowing, keep your home storm ready - February 21, 2014 by Mr HomeBuilder

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) High winds are expected throughout Thursday night around East Tennessee, which means keeping your home safe from flying debris is as critical as ever.

Sammy Savage is the local owner of Savage Restoration and Construction, and sees damage that can be easily prevented after every storm that blows through.

Savage provided some tips to homeowners on things to do before a storm comes in, as well as what to do once it has cleared out.

"We're looking for anything that overhangs the house, like this tree and limbs that are hanging over this house, which potentially could cause severe damage," Savage said as he pointed at a tree.

Savage said the recent snow fall has saturated the ground, which makes it easier for trees to fall and land on, or even in, someone's house.

"We've seen that before," Savage explained. "That's just an incredible amount of damage."

He said it's a good idea to walk around your home, and check for anything that looks out of place. Check for loose shingles, dislodged siding or cracked or broken glass. He suggested to get all those fixed before the next storm comes in. And make sure any lightweight objects are tied down or brought inside.

He said broken tree limbs can be especially dangerous to homes.

"That's one of those things that becomes a flying object, which can hit your house, go through a window and damage your gutters. It can just destroy your home," Savage said.

As for what to do after the storm has passed? Savage recommends getting outside and doing another walk around the house to look for anything that seems out of place.

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From ranch to modern art repertory: Remodeling for better light, wall space - February 21, 2014 by Mr HomeBuilder

Art needs space. A house with low ceilings, dark rooms and expanses of windows and mirrors limits your options. Where can you hang a large canvas?

Ask architect Stephen Korbich that question and you may find yourself looking at a 1950s ranch-style house in northeast Portland that he transformed into a modern gallery-esque residence. Now the owner, a physician and lifelong art collector, can be in almost any room and see modern paintings on the walls.

Spotlighting art

True white paints are better than off whites if you want to create a clean gallery look.

That said, colored walls, both light and dark, could help set the mood of a piece of art. Dark backgrounds work well to draw attention to art.

Fir veneer panels with a clear oil stain are a type of tight-grain wood that adds warmth and complements artwork. Avoid complex patterns that distracts the eye from the art.

A simple color palette and restrained materials unstained fir wall panels and red oak floors serve as appropriate backdrops to the colorful paintings, prints, drawings and sculptures.

But that's not to say the house is dull.

Korbich installed dramatic architectural features that contribute to the overall sense of spaciousness. The once flat ceiling in the main living area has been remade into one that soars at an angle up to a 16-foot-high point.

A new fireplace is framed by black honed marble tile that rises to reach the ceiling's pitch.

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MDB Restoration Siding – Video - February 21, 2014 by Mr HomeBuilder

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The Best Roofer in Dallas TX | 214-295-6213 – Video - February 21, 2014 by Mr HomeBuilder

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