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Candice Schaffer

Candice Schaffer is a young professional who resides in Manhattan. She absolutely loves to travel, meet new people and go on adventures. Candice has a passion for giving back and enjoys volunteer work and taking part in philanthropy in New York City.

Real Estate

The Top 5 Online Tools for Mortgage Financing

Candice Schaffer Sep 12, 2018 0

Homes are typically the largest purchases any individual will ever make, making it of the utmost importance to put some serious legwork in before you decide to buy. And while getting a good inspection, making sure you like the neighborhood…

Health, Beauty & Fitness

The Top 5 DIY Exfoliating Tips to Smooth Your Skin Before a Spray Tan

Candice Schaffer Sep 7, 2018 0

Getting the year-round sun-kissed glow you’ve always wanted doesn’t have to mean baking on the beach or using a tanning bed to get a little color. Considering that the American Academy of Dermatology reports that tanning beds can increase…

Lifestyle

How Music Can Fight Depression and Anxiety

Candice Schaffer Aug 30, 2018 0

Anxiety disorder is the single most common form of mental illness in the United States, with over 40 million adults living with the condition. Major depression isn’t far behind, with 16.1 million individuals diagnosed with the ailment in…

Real Estate

The World’s Most Famous Interior Designers

Candice Schaffer Aug 27, 2018 0

While architects like Frank Gehry and Zaha Hadid are known throughout the world, interior designers rarely enjoy the same fame. However, when it comes to creating elegant homes, much of the legwork is the result of the hard work of these…

Real Estate

Ugo Colombo: Miami’s Master Builder

Candice Schaffer Aug 23, 2018 0

From the white-hot nightlife of South Beach to the bustling business center of Brickell on Biscayne Bay, Miami has always been an in-demand getaway for the world's rich, famous, and powerful. But did you know that over the past two decades,…

Health, Beauty & Fitness

The Top 5 Natural Ways to Treat a Sunburn

Candice Schaffer Aug 14, 2018 0

There are tons of things to love about summer: summer Fridays where work ends at noon, the sun setting at 8, and glasses of frosé being offered up at virtually every restaurant, just to name a few. However, there’s one thing that can put an…

Interiors & Design

The 5 Luxury Furniture Stores You Need to Visit When Decorating Your NoMad Apartment

Candice Schaffer Aug 10, 2018 0

Whether you’ve just closed on your new NoMad luxury condo or are looking to give your prewar apartment a new look, buying furniture in Manhattan can seem daunting. Fortunately, NoMad is one of the prime shopping neighborhoods for furnishing…

Real Estate

The Astor Family Legacy

Candice Schaffer Aug 7, 2018 0

The Astor family has been an American institution for more than two centuries, since patriarch John Jacob Astor first came to the United States from Germany in 1763. The first American multimillionaire, John Jacob Astor acquired his first…

Lifestyle

The Top 5 Ways to Keep Your Home Safe in an Earthquake

Candice Schaffer Jul 31, 2018 0

For people living in areas with frequent seismic activity, earthquakes are a constant threat, representing an almost certain “when” rather than an “if.” However, just because you live in an earthquake-prone area doesn’t mean that…

Lifestyle

The Top 5 Ways to Close Your Beach House for the Summer

Candice Schaffer Jul 27, 2018 0

When the summer starts to wind down, our to-do lists start to get longer. We treat our sunburns, start getting our fall wardrobes ready, and mentally prepare for the end of the long days and warm weather. However, there’s one crucial summer…

Travel

The History of Grand Hope Park

Candice Schaffer Jun 29, 2018 0

Los Angeles is a city full of incredible sights, but it’s sometimes the ones in your own backyard that go overlooked. In fact, one of the city’s most beautiful, intimate green spaces just so happens to be in the center of the city. In the…

Travel

The Five Los Angeles Beaches To Visit With Your Surfboard

Candice Schaffer Jun 28, 2018 0

Finding the right Los Angeles beach to catch some waves can be a challenge even for natives -- the coastline from Dana Point to Santa Monica is 75 miles long! While overwhelming at first, this famous stretch of coast is home to breaks and…

Entertainment

The Top 5 Exhibits for the Non-Art Enthusiast

Candice Schaffer Jun 21, 2018 0

For those who love art, a trip to an art museum can be a life-changing experience. However, for those who don’t find art as inspirational, finding reason to head to a museum can be hard. In fact, whether or not you find art inspiring has…

Lifestyle

Why Young Professionals Are Moving to West Hollywood

Candice Schaffer Jun 15, 2018 0

Los Angeles has long been a prime destination for young professionals, with countless creative- and business-minded folks flocking to the city to pursue their careers. However, in recent years, West Hollywood has become the city’s most…

Travel

What to Do in Boston in 24 Hours

Candice Schaffer Jun 12, 2018 0

Sometimes, the most exciting trips are the shortest ones. In some of America’s smaller cities, all it takes is 24 hours to see the highlights and feel like you’ve really gotten a feel for the culture and attractions it has to offer.…

Fashion and Style

The History of Missoni

Candice Schaffer Jun 12, 2018 0

The Missoni brand has long been known for its aesthetic appeal, with its colorful zigzag patterns adorning the bodies of everyone from models to celebrities for the better part of a century. However, while Missoni’s designs can be seen on…

Entertainment

The Top 5 Family Activities for Father’s Day

Candice Schaffer Jun 8, 2018 0

Father’s Day only rolls around once a year, but how can you possibly celebrate the guy who taught you to ride a bike, throw a fastball, and deliver a killer wedding toast in a single day? Our fathers are our first male role models, the guys…

Travel

Where to Go On a Last-Minute Memorial Day Vacation

Candice Schaffer May 23, 2018 0

Memorial Day marks the last long weekend before summer officially starts, making it an ideal time to hit the road for an impromptu trip before the heat and humidity arrive in full force. While, for many Americans, planning a fun Memorial…

Real Estate

Profile on Bjarke Ingels

Candice Schaffer May 22, 2018 0

Since his career began two decades ago, Danish architect Bjarke Ingels has become one of the most celebrated innovators in his field. Born in 1974 in Copenhagen, Ingels began his architecture studies at the age of 18, when he enrolled in…

Real Estate

How to Spend a Weekend on the Lower East Side

Candice Schaffer May 17, 2018 0

New York City is full of inimitable enclaves, from the posh streets of the Upper East Side to the chic boutiques and galleries dotting the Meatpacking District. However, when it comes to fun, there’s no place that comes close to the Lower…

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