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      Ohio land laws encompass the use and permitted zoning related to land around the state. The Land Use Control laws explain the rules regarding limited use, zoning, development, variances, land plats, planning systems and spot zoning. Municipalities and counties can add to the state laws governing the sale, use and zoning to land plats... more »

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      Called by some as the "death tax," the estate tax is one of the most controversial single aspects of the U.S. tax code because it falls most heavily on those who have the largest voice in government: the wealthy. The tax is levied on the transfer of property after death, which is what inspired the epithet, though supporters of the tax... more »

    • How to Buy a Car in Probate

      Buying a car in probate or in an estate sale is one way to get a high-quality automobile without paying the prices found at dealerships. If you plan to buy an automobile this way, you must have enough cash to make a deposit on the vehicle, and you must have the cash or loan approval in place to pay the balance that is due right away. more »

    • How to Become a Sears Model

      While Sears' current reputation hangs more on Craftsman tools and Kenmore washers than cutting-edge fashions, the firm continues to uphold its original commitment to provide all types of clothing for every member of the family. For that reason, Sears uses a diverse mix of models: children, men and women of all ages. As Sears is now... more »

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    Wikipedia

    Estate

    Estate may refer to:

    * Estate (law), a term in common law for a persons property, entitlements and obligations
    * Estates of the realm, a broad social category in the histories of certain countries
    * Estate (house), the grounds surrounding a very large property
    ** Housing estate, a group of houses built as a single development
    * Estate, a brand of major appliances, first from RCA, afterwards from Whirlpool Corporation
    * Estate (song), a 1960 Italian song and jazz standard
    * Estate (album), a jazz piano album by Michel Petrucciani
    * Estate, British terminology for a station wagon

    See also
    * Estates of the realm

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