Stoneware dishes and dinner sets are just as popular and valued by today's cooks as they have been for centuries gone by. Stoneware is a safe material for cooking food and it is also one of the most admirable kinds of material that has been used throughout centuries as a cooking vessel. The artful designs found on stoneware have always been very appealing to many people. And things are no different now. Stoneware has made a big comeback recently due to its multiple uses in today's kitchens. Some cooks prefer to buy their stoneware dishes individually while other choose complete dinner sets but they all buy for the benefit of the wonderful material.
Stoneware dishes and dinner sets are durable and this increases their value in the kitchen even more. These cooking and serving vessels are actually made from clay that has been treated at very high temperatures. They keep the food warm for a long time because the material has an inherent ability to store heat.
They are even more resilient than dishes made from china or porcelain. The heavy coating of glaze applied to the clay base makes these dishes so much more resistant to cracking or chipping.
Stoneware dishes and dinner sets are dishwasher safe and are very easy to maintain and clean up. And to make it even better, you can use stoneware dishes in the microwave! That is one benefit that makes the sale for so many families today.
You can safely keep it in the oven or even freeze it if you would like to store something in it. But one caution when freezing in stoneware - care should be taken when taking the vessel out of the freezer. If there is too much of a sudden temperature change the dishes are likely to break. To get around this, just be sure to allow some thawing time on the counter or overnight in the refrigerator before heating in your microwave or oven.
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Monday, September 3, 2012
Knowing Your Revenue Streams
KNOWING YOUR REVENUE STREAMS
To maximize your revenue from martial arts school, you must have a clear understanding of your revenue streams.
Read these carefully. Not all will apply to you, but wouldn't it be nice if they did? One clear requirement for successfully utilizing most of these is that you will have to use agreements rather than month-to-month programs.
Revenue Stream 1
Down Payments on New Student Agreements
Also known as a registration fee, this is the initial investment a student makes to join your school. Typically, this is at least two months' tuition. For instance, a program is 9 down payment/registration and per month for 12 months or ongoing.
Revenue Stream 2
Down Payments on Renewing Agreements
This is the initial investment a student makes in order to renew or upgrade in your school. The best strategy for this has been the Black Belt Club. If you do not have a solid system for upgrades and renewals, this stream is dry for you.
Revenue Stream 3
Monthly Tuition
This is the lifeblood of your school. As you grow your school, your monthly tuition should grow as well. Ideally, your monthly tuition would cover your base operating expenses each month. For instance, if all the monthly expenses, including your salary, totaled ,000, your monthly tuition collections from your billing company would cover that amount. In that very healthy scenario, these other streams are 100 percent profit. Mind you, this is not easy to accomplish, but even 75% of expenses paid from your billing check would be good.
Revenue Stream 4
Product Sales
Consider your retail shop as though it were a separate business. Open a separate business checking account for your retail, and deposit all gear sales revenue into that account. Use an American Express card or any other credit card that requires pay-off each month to pay for equipment purchases. When you place an order, pay for it with your credit card. This gives you up to 30 days to sell the equipment to your students. As they pay for the equipment, deposit the funds into the retail account.
When the credit card bill for the equipment is due, pay for it with a check from the retail account. Since you are usually doubling your money, this retail account will grow fast. Your credit rating will grow, as well as your rewards for using the card. Ideally, you will build a large cash reserve and save money on plane tickets and vacations, too.
Sell thousands of martial arts products and supplies directly from your website. You choose which products to sell, set the retail price, and still only pay wholesale. Veteran schools have reported that they have tripled their retail sales using this valuable service.
Best of all, student payments go straight into your bank account and you are billed your wholesale rate, allowing you to better manage your cash flow and not have to wait for your referral check to arrive.
Revenue Stream 5
Special Events
Even if you don't charge for testing, you will want to host at least one special event each month for your student body. These can range from nunchaku seminars to board-breaking, "Fear Into Power" seminars. These are not only pretty easy to manage, but they are a lot of fun. My nunchaku seminars were always packed with 30 to 50 students and would generate around 0-,000 per event. The fee of included two rubber nunchaku to use in the class, so it was almost pure profit.
Birthday parties would also go under this category. A two-hour 0 birthday party is not only a revenue generator, but also a lead generator. Some schools have at least one birthday party per week, so it's a proven winner.
Revenue Stream 6
Testing/Grading Fees
I didn't include these with Special Events, because exam fees are a little different from special events. Most exams for stripes occur in class, and they usually don't require a fee. The main graduations on the weekends require additional work and staff, so it's reasonable to charge for these events.
Typically, exam fees range from to and increase with rank. Black belt exams can be as much as 0 to 0 but, to justify this higher fee, you should provide additional prep classes for the black belt candidates.
Some schools are large enough that they rent auditoriums to showcase their graduating black belts or to conduct the exam. The exam fee should cover these additional expenses.
Revenue Stream 7
Fast Track Testing
This is a touchy subject and has to be handled carefully. The idea is simply that some people are willing to invest more money to get through your belt system faster.
Revenue Stream 8
Paid in Fulls
In recent years, Paid In Fulls (PIFs) have made a huge comeback. MASS and other such organizations have championed the cash out as a way of getting maximum revenue from a student base that will more than likely drop out anyway. As much as I dislike the idea of treating all students like potential dropouts, smart use of Paid in Fulls can significantly boost your bottom line.
Revenue Stream 9
Renewals and Upgrades
Black Belt Club and Masters' Club are the most popular and proven renewal programs. For now, we want to focus on the renewal as a revenue generator.
Common practice has been to upgrade someone to a BBC or MC and replace his New Student agreement or program with the more expensive BBC or MC program. In most cases, the renewal had a registration of 9 or so, and tuition increased per month.
Another popular strategy is to keep the student on their current tuition plan, but charge them a one-time or annual fee to upgrade to BBC or MC. For instance, a student is paying 0 per month for her current program. A BBC or Masters' Club upgrade is presented as an annual upgrade for 0.
Revenue Stream 10
Discounting a Past-Due Contract
When I was a publisher for Martial Arts Professional magazine, we sold advertising to clients who wanted to reach and sell to our readers. On occasion, an advertiser would want to cancel the contract. In the world or publishing, the process for doing this is called shorting the contract.
In exchange for committing to a set number of ads, the advertiser would be given a discount for each ad they placed. Shorting the contract meant that the ads the client ran would be re-billed at the one-time rate and, if he paid the difference, we'd release him from the contract.
Revenue Stream 11
Career Training Programs
For years, I've taught the importance of creating a Leadership Team of assistant instructors to help you provide a higher level of service to your students. Typically, the Leadership Team is a by invitation only program for Black Belt Club members.
More and more schools are expanding Leadership Team programs into a precursor to a full-blown Career Development program that trains students to become martial arts school owners and instructors. Students pay for the right to attend staff meetings, practice role playing, and venture "into the kitchen" of the school.
Tuition for these programs are as high as ,900 for a two-year course. Keep in mind that, in order to offer this, you really have to know this business cold and create a solid curriculum on par with a vocational school, because, in a sense, that's what you are offering.
Student Audit
This is not so much a revenue stream as a way of plugging leaks in your cash flow. The Student Program Audit is a single sheet of paper with three columns and 11 rows. The columns are for a student's first, second, and third programs within a school. Typically, these are New Student, Black Belt Club, and Masters' Club, but any program will work.
The first six rows are the various payment options a student might use in your school. The next two are the start and end date for the program, which are followed by a check mark to make sure the Party Responsible for Paying is noted in the agreement and that the injury waiver has been signed. Your job is to audit each and every student's file to make sure you have each of these important items in the student's folder.
The first few times you do a Student Audit, it is like found money. You will be amazed at how much important paperwork is missing. More than that, you will be stunned at how many students are training who have expired or have no record of payments.
Staple one Student Audit to the outside of each student file.
Build Around Your Core
Not all of these revenue streams will be for you. That's why the Core Dynamic of Finding Your Own Voice is so important. I personally helped create many popular trends in this industry. I also made it clear what programs I would never teach, even though I developed and sold them. What is good for me may not be good for you. Know what you like, and why you are doing this for a living, and then build strong revenue streams around those core programs.
To maximize your revenue from martial arts school, you must have a clear understanding of your revenue streams.
Read these carefully. Not all will apply to you, but wouldn't it be nice if they did? One clear requirement for successfully utilizing most of these is that you will have to use agreements rather than month-to-month programs.
Revenue Stream 1
Down Payments on New Student Agreements
Also known as a registration fee, this is the initial investment a student makes to join your school. Typically, this is at least two months' tuition. For instance, a program is 9 down payment/registration and per month for 12 months or ongoing.
Revenue Stream 2
Down Payments on Renewing Agreements
This is the initial investment a student makes in order to renew or upgrade in your school. The best strategy for this has been the Black Belt Club. If you do not have a solid system for upgrades and renewals, this stream is dry for you.
Revenue Stream 3
Monthly Tuition
This is the lifeblood of your school. As you grow your school, your monthly tuition should grow as well. Ideally, your monthly tuition would cover your base operating expenses each month. For instance, if all the monthly expenses, including your salary, totaled ,000, your monthly tuition collections from your billing company would cover that amount. In that very healthy scenario, these other streams are 100 percent profit. Mind you, this is not easy to accomplish, but even 75% of expenses paid from your billing check would be good.
Revenue Stream 4
Product Sales
Consider your retail shop as though it were a separate business. Open a separate business checking account for your retail, and deposit all gear sales revenue into that account. Use an American Express card or any other credit card that requires pay-off each month to pay for equipment purchases. When you place an order, pay for it with your credit card. This gives you up to 30 days to sell the equipment to your students. As they pay for the equipment, deposit the funds into the retail account.
When the credit card bill for the equipment is due, pay for it with a check from the retail account. Since you are usually doubling your money, this retail account will grow fast. Your credit rating will grow, as well as your rewards for using the card. Ideally, you will build a large cash reserve and save money on plane tickets and vacations, too.
Sell thousands of martial arts products and supplies directly from your website. You choose which products to sell, set the retail price, and still only pay wholesale. Veteran schools have reported that they have tripled their retail sales using this valuable service.
Best of all, student payments go straight into your bank account and you are billed your wholesale rate, allowing you to better manage your cash flow and not have to wait for your referral check to arrive.
Revenue Stream 5
Special Events
Even if you don't charge for testing, you will want to host at least one special event each month for your student body. These can range from nunchaku seminars to board-breaking, "Fear Into Power" seminars. These are not only pretty easy to manage, but they are a lot of fun. My nunchaku seminars were always packed with 30 to 50 students and would generate around 0-,000 per event. The fee of included two rubber nunchaku to use in the class, so it was almost pure profit.
Birthday parties would also go under this category. A two-hour 0 birthday party is not only a revenue generator, but also a lead generator. Some schools have at least one birthday party per week, so it's a proven winner.
Revenue Stream 6
Testing/Grading Fees
I didn't include these with Special Events, because exam fees are a little different from special events. Most exams for stripes occur in class, and they usually don't require a fee. The main graduations on the weekends require additional work and staff, so it's reasonable to charge for these events.
Typically, exam fees range from to and increase with rank. Black belt exams can be as much as 0 to 0 but, to justify this higher fee, you should provide additional prep classes for the black belt candidates.
Some schools are large enough that they rent auditoriums to showcase their graduating black belts or to conduct the exam. The exam fee should cover these additional expenses.
Revenue Stream 7
Fast Track Testing
This is a touchy subject and has to be handled carefully. The idea is simply that some people are willing to invest more money to get through your belt system faster.
Revenue Stream 8
Paid in Fulls
In recent years, Paid In Fulls (PIFs) have made a huge comeback. MASS and other such organizations have championed the cash out as a way of getting maximum revenue from a student base that will more than likely drop out anyway. As much as I dislike the idea of treating all students like potential dropouts, smart use of Paid in Fulls can significantly boost your bottom line.
Revenue Stream 9
Renewals and Upgrades
Black Belt Club and Masters' Club are the most popular and proven renewal programs. For now, we want to focus on the renewal as a revenue generator.
Common practice has been to upgrade someone to a BBC or MC and replace his New Student agreement or program with the more expensive BBC or MC program. In most cases, the renewal had a registration of 9 or so, and tuition increased per month.
Another popular strategy is to keep the student on their current tuition plan, but charge them a one-time or annual fee to upgrade to BBC or MC. For instance, a student is paying 0 per month for her current program. A BBC or Masters' Club upgrade is presented as an annual upgrade for 0.
Revenue Stream 10
Discounting a Past-Due Contract
When I was a publisher for Martial Arts Professional magazine, we sold advertising to clients who wanted to reach and sell to our readers. On occasion, an advertiser would want to cancel the contract. In the world or publishing, the process for doing this is called shorting the contract.
In exchange for committing to a set number of ads, the advertiser would be given a discount for each ad they placed. Shorting the contract meant that the ads the client ran would be re-billed at the one-time rate and, if he paid the difference, we'd release him from the contract.
Revenue Stream 11
Career Training Programs
For years, I've taught the importance of creating a Leadership Team of assistant instructors to help you provide a higher level of service to your students. Typically, the Leadership Team is a by invitation only program for Black Belt Club members.
More and more schools are expanding Leadership Team programs into a precursor to a full-blown Career Development program that trains students to become martial arts school owners and instructors. Students pay for the right to attend staff meetings, practice role playing, and venture "into the kitchen" of the school.
Tuition for these programs are as high as ,900 for a two-year course. Keep in mind that, in order to offer this, you really have to know this business cold and create a solid curriculum on par with a vocational school, because, in a sense, that's what you are offering.
Student Audit
This is not so much a revenue stream as a way of plugging leaks in your cash flow. The Student Program Audit is a single sheet of paper with three columns and 11 rows. The columns are for a student's first, second, and third programs within a school. Typically, these are New Student, Black Belt Club, and Masters' Club, but any program will work.
The first six rows are the various payment options a student might use in your school. The next two are the start and end date for the program, which are followed by a check mark to make sure the Party Responsible for Paying is noted in the agreement and that the injury waiver has been signed. Your job is to audit each and every student's file to make sure you have each of these important items in the student's folder.
The first few times you do a Student Audit, it is like found money. You will be amazed at how much important paperwork is missing. More than that, you will be stunned at how many students are training who have expired or have no record of payments.
Staple one Student Audit to the outside of each student file.
Build Around Your Core
Not all of these revenue streams will be for you. That's why the Core Dynamic of Finding Your Own Voice is so important. I personally helped create many popular trends in this industry. I also made it clear what programs I would never teach, even though I developed and sold them. What is good for me may not be good for you. Know what you like, and why you are doing this for a living, and then build strong revenue streams around those core programs.
Sunday, September 2, 2012
Bad Credit Car Loans
When it comes time to get a new vehicle, you'll find that many dealerships are closing their doors to people that don't have stellar financial records. That's right, they will often times simply shut you out and force you to deal with alternative methods of transportation. That can be disheartening, especially if you need a vehicle to get you to and from work and help with family matters. If getting a car is imperative for you and you don't have the credit or the money in hand to get one, make sure that you look into bad credit car loans to ensure that you are behind the wheel and moving forward. Before you get one of these make sure that you qualify by checking the following list of things that you need in order to get approved.
Citizenship To qualify for this type of loan you need to be a citizen. If you are not, the lender will not be able to give you any amount of money, so make sure that you have proof of this. Your identification is not enough, so make sure that you have proof of citizenship before you apply, as it will be one of the conditions that you'll need to have to move forward.
Employment If you have a new job you need to be there at least one month before you can apply. If you've had a job for a long time, than you meet the minimum criteria that will get you the money that you need fast.
Financial Minimums In order to get approved for bad credit car loans of any size you need to at least make 00 gross per month at your place of employment. If you do not make this, you will not qualify, but do not fret. This is a minimum that is easily met with a full time job.
Limitation of Usage You will need to comply with the rules of the loan which means that you can't use the money to buy property, private things, a motorhome or even a motorcycle. The funds have to be used for a vehicle purchase that is in the traditional sense. That means that your loan will not be delivered to you in the form of cash in a briefcase, there are restrictions to how you can spend it, but that shouldn't be a difficult thing to comply with as you will get qualified if you agree to the terms.
Bad credit car loans can be a spring of life for those that are in need of a little financial help when times are rough. No matter what your history is with finances, make sure that you look into this option today, as it will help you in the future. Don't let your past dictate your future, as you can make your future count by simply looking into this option to help you move forward. Don't neglect the opportunity to rise up above your situation, as there are lenders ready to help you reach the heights of whatever it is you're after.
Car loans Canada. We're dedicated to help you get bad credit car loans approved free. Canada car loans with the lowest interest rates & best bad credit car loan options available.
Car loans Canada. We're dedicated to help you get bad credit car loans approved free. Canada car loans with the lowest interest rates & best bad credit car loan options available.
Citizenship To qualify for this type of loan you need to be a citizen. If you are not, the lender will not be able to give you any amount of money, so make sure that you have proof of this. Your identification is not enough, so make sure that you have proof of citizenship before you apply, as it will be one of the conditions that you'll need to have to move forward.
Employment If you have a new job you need to be there at least one month before you can apply. If you've had a job for a long time, than you meet the minimum criteria that will get you the money that you need fast.
Financial Minimums In order to get approved for bad credit car loans of any size you need to at least make 00 gross per month at your place of employment. If you do not make this, you will not qualify, but do not fret. This is a minimum that is easily met with a full time job.
Limitation of Usage You will need to comply with the rules of the loan which means that you can't use the money to buy property, private things, a motorhome or even a motorcycle. The funds have to be used for a vehicle purchase that is in the traditional sense. That means that your loan will not be delivered to you in the form of cash in a briefcase, there are restrictions to how you can spend it, but that shouldn't be a difficult thing to comply with as you will get qualified if you agree to the terms.
Bad credit car loans can be a spring of life for those that are in need of a little financial help when times are rough. No matter what your history is with finances, make sure that you look into this option today, as it will help you in the future. Don't let your past dictate your future, as you can make your future count by simply looking into this option to help you move forward. Don't neglect the opportunity to rise up above your situation, as there are lenders ready to help you reach the heights of whatever it is you're after.
Car loans Canada. We're dedicated to help you get bad credit car loans approved free. Canada car loans with the lowest interest rates & best bad credit car loan options available.
Car loans Canada. We're dedicated to help you get bad credit car loans approved free. Canada car loans with the lowest interest rates & best bad credit car loan options available.
Friday, August 31, 2012
Finding Great Condos For Rent Doesn't Have To Be Difficult
When looking for condos for rent, it is important to take your time and not rush into the first place you tour. It can sometimes be hard to find a great place on your own and hiring a great real estate agent will allow you to narrow down your options and choose the place that is perfect for you. When you talk to the agent, there are a few things that you need to bring up with him or her to make sure that you are both on the same page.
Take the time to make sure that the agent knows your specific budget. When establishing a budget, it is important to take into account all of the costs associated with owning your own place. You need to pay for electricity, your phone bill, and renters insurance. If you want a few luxury items, you may also want to pay for cable or Internet access, which you need to include in your budget.
Determine the number of rooms you want in the place before going to see any condos for rent. You do not want waste anyone's time. Maybe you need a certain number of bedrooms because you have children, or you want a large kitchen because you love to cook, or you simply want a large family room and have no need for a dining room at all. If you let the agent know what you are looking for in your new home he or she will be able to find a few places that meet your needs.
When filling out the application, it is important to be truthful. Many people want to embellish the truth when they are filling out documents for a new place to live. People who embellish the truth assume that the person reading the paperwork will not check to see if the information is truthful. In actuality, many companies now run credit checks and background checks on anyone who applies to live in the complex. They want to make sure that all of the residents will be safe and that the person who is applying has a history of making their payments on time.
Once you have found the perfect condos for rent for you, it is important to read the contract closely before signing it. You need to see if renters insurance is required and if you are allowed to sublet if anything happens. Make sure to determine what stipulations need to be met in order for you to have your security deposit returned. You also need to find out if there is a policy about guests and parking. Some complexes only allow guests to park in designated areas. If you have a guest who parks in the wrong spot, there is a chance that his or her car could be towed.
Take the time to make sure that the agent knows your specific budget. When establishing a budget, it is important to take into account all of the costs associated with owning your own place. You need to pay for electricity, your phone bill, and renters insurance. If you want a few luxury items, you may also want to pay for cable or Internet access, which you need to include in your budget.
Determine the number of rooms you want in the place before going to see any condos for rent. You do not want waste anyone's time. Maybe you need a certain number of bedrooms because you have children, or you want a large kitchen because you love to cook, or you simply want a large family room and have no need for a dining room at all. If you let the agent know what you are looking for in your new home he or she will be able to find a few places that meet your needs.
When filling out the application, it is important to be truthful. Many people want to embellish the truth when they are filling out documents for a new place to live. People who embellish the truth assume that the person reading the paperwork will not check to see if the information is truthful. In actuality, many companies now run credit checks and background checks on anyone who applies to live in the complex. They want to make sure that all of the residents will be safe and that the person who is applying has a history of making their payments on time.
Once you have found the perfect condos for rent for you, it is important to read the contract closely before signing it. You need to see if renters insurance is required and if you are allowed to sublet if anything happens. Make sure to determine what stipulations need to be met in order for you to have your security deposit returned. You also need to find out if there is a policy about guests and parking. Some complexes only allow guests to park in designated areas. If you have a guest who parks in the wrong spot, there is a chance that his or her car could be towed.
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Is The Income From Pipeline Welding Jobs Worth It? Details Inside
Many large and small scale industrial projects require pipeline welding jobs, to be performed as part of the overall completion of the project. The income you can achieve from these types of jobs is pretty interesting. We will get to what these jobs have in store for you, and whether or not there is good income to be gained throughout the course of this article.
Pipeline welding jobs, like other welding jobs, have a level of danger involved. It requires you to be focused. Your welds on those pipes will be under scrutiny by welding inspectors, to ensure that your quality of work is worthy.
There are many areas and environments in which people do pipeline welding jobs. Oil refineries, chemical plants, power plants, tunnels, and in a variety of outdoor environments are just a few examples. Also, as a pipe welder, you will be exposed to varying weather conditions while you work in the field. This can make welding far more difficult if you have unforgiving weather to deal with. The hard work goes on, usually non-stop for many hours.
There are several welding processes that are utilized to facilitate the joining of metals. Not all welding processes can be used for any welding job. Pipe welders prefer the SMAW process or shielded metal-arc welding and TIG process or tungsten inert gas welding.
You also have what is referred to as positions with regard to pipe welding. You will only be allowed to weld in the positions, and to the specifications in which you are certified to weld. The positions in pipe welding, refer to the positions of the pipe, not the positions of the weld. There are four positions and these are 1G, 2G, 5G and 6G. Pipe welding omits the 3G and 4G positions since they don't exist for this kind of welding.
To further flesh out the details on the positions used for welding pipes for pipeline welding jobs. The 1G position has the pipe placed flatly and rolled. The 2G pipe position has the welding on the pipe done horizontally, however the pipe is placed vertically. Now in the 5G pipe position, the pipe is placed similarly to the 1G position, but it is fixed and not rolled or rotated during the welding operation. Lastly, the 6G position has the pipe on a fixed incline (usually 45 degrees) and is not moved during the welding operation.
When it comes to the income you can make from pipeline welding jobs, you stand to earn the most when you attain 6G certification. The income is far greater when you are a certified 6G welder than if you were only a certified 5G, 2G or 1G pipe welder. 6G welding combines all of the other four welding positions, which makes it the toughest to master. You will be able to weld in the 1G, 2G, and 5G pipe positions, if you can weld in the 6G pipe position. 6G welders have the ability to make six figures from doing pipeline welding jobs, annually.
Pipeline welding jobs as you can see, entails doing a lot of work. It is not a lazy man's job. Is it worth it? Once your welds can get past quality evaluation methods such as x-ray and you are generally a hard worker, you should have a bright financial future in this field. Pretty much anyone can do it, so why not give it a shot?
Pipeline welding jobs, like other welding jobs, have a level of danger involved. It requires you to be focused. Your welds on those pipes will be under scrutiny by welding inspectors, to ensure that your quality of work is worthy.
There are many areas and environments in which people do pipeline welding jobs. Oil refineries, chemical plants, power plants, tunnels, and in a variety of outdoor environments are just a few examples. Also, as a pipe welder, you will be exposed to varying weather conditions while you work in the field. This can make welding far more difficult if you have unforgiving weather to deal with. The hard work goes on, usually non-stop for many hours.
There are several welding processes that are utilized to facilitate the joining of metals. Not all welding processes can be used for any welding job. Pipe welders prefer the SMAW process or shielded metal-arc welding and TIG process or tungsten inert gas welding.
You also have what is referred to as positions with regard to pipe welding. You will only be allowed to weld in the positions, and to the specifications in which you are certified to weld. The positions in pipe welding, refer to the positions of the pipe, not the positions of the weld. There are four positions and these are 1G, 2G, 5G and 6G. Pipe welding omits the 3G and 4G positions since they don't exist for this kind of welding.
To further flesh out the details on the positions used for welding pipes for pipeline welding jobs. The 1G position has the pipe placed flatly and rolled. The 2G pipe position has the welding on the pipe done horizontally, however the pipe is placed vertically. Now in the 5G pipe position, the pipe is placed similarly to the 1G position, but it is fixed and not rolled or rotated during the welding operation. Lastly, the 6G position has the pipe on a fixed incline (usually 45 degrees) and is not moved during the welding operation.
When it comes to the income you can make from pipeline welding jobs, you stand to earn the most when you attain 6G certification. The income is far greater when you are a certified 6G welder than if you were only a certified 5G, 2G or 1G pipe welder. 6G welding combines all of the other four welding positions, which makes it the toughest to master. You will be able to weld in the 1G, 2G, and 5G pipe positions, if you can weld in the 6G pipe position. 6G welders have the ability to make six figures from doing pipeline welding jobs, annually.
Pipeline welding jobs as you can see, entails doing a lot of work. It is not a lazy man's job. Is it worth it? Once your welds can get past quality evaluation methods such as x-ray and you are generally a hard worker, you should have a bright financial future in this field. Pretty much anyone can do it, so why not give it a shot?
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Locating And Repairing The Stack Overflow At Line 0 Error
Stack overflow at line 0 is a universal error message that may imply a lot of things. If you're using Internet Explorer, Javascript could cause this error. If you write your own code, finding the stack overflow culprit might be easy. For most of us, though, stack overflow at line 0 involves some troubleshooting. Don't take out a pay day loans to fix the error, learn how to right here.
What is the error associated with stack overflow line at 0
Understanding the language of error messages typically means breaking it down into parts. You will find two things to understand from the "stack overflow at line 0" message. When a program requests more memory than the programming allocates to it, the error stack overflow comes up. The phrase "at line 0" indicates where the error "lives" in the code. "Stack overflow at line 0" just means there is an error of overflow somewhere in the code for the program though since there isn't a "line 0" in most cod.
The reason stack overflow at line 0 happens one of the most
Internet Explorer has the stack overflow at line 0 error the majority of the time. In case you are coding yourself, then the stack overflow at line 0 will mean something else. However, in Internet Explorer, it means that more memory than should be is being requested. Needing an update in Javascript, an add-in that isn't really working and even too many plugins can all be the cause.
Fixing the stack overflow at line 0 error
You can fix the stack overflow at line 0 error in many ways. Those with code experience may try reducing the amount of memory your call stack is trying request. This is only in case you are good with code though. It could take more steps if you are like the rest of us and need to fix the stack overflow at line 0 error. Determine where the stack overflow at line 0 message is coming from. Make sure you have the most recent Javascript and your browser is updated if it happens whenever you are on a specific web page. You are able to open a program called "Internet Explorer (No Add-ons)" that you discover when searching your Windows computer which will run IW with no add-ons if the error happens when opening Internet Explorer. It is also a good idea to reset your Internet Explorer. The instructions here will show you how.
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What is the error associated with stack overflow line at 0
Understanding the language of error messages typically means breaking it down into parts. You will find two things to understand from the "stack overflow at line 0" message. When a program requests more memory than the programming allocates to it, the error stack overflow comes up. The phrase "at line 0" indicates where the error "lives" in the code. "Stack overflow at line 0" just means there is an error of overflow somewhere in the code for the program though since there isn't a "line 0" in most cod.
The reason stack overflow at line 0 happens one of the most
Internet Explorer has the stack overflow at line 0 error the majority of the time. In case you are coding yourself, then the stack overflow at line 0 will mean something else. However, in Internet Explorer, it means that more memory than should be is being requested. Needing an update in Javascript, an add-in that isn't really working and even too many plugins can all be the cause.
Fixing the stack overflow at line 0 error
You can fix the stack overflow at line 0 error in many ways. Those with code experience may try reducing the amount of memory your call stack is trying request. This is only in case you are good with code though. It could take more steps if you are like the rest of us and need to fix the stack overflow at line 0 error. Determine where the stack overflow at line 0 message is coming from. Make sure you have the most recent Javascript and your browser is updated if it happens whenever you are on a specific web page. You are able to open a program called "Internet Explorer (No Add-ons)" that you discover when searching your Windows computer which will run IW with no add-ons if the error happens when opening Internet Explorer. It is also a good idea to reset your Internet Explorer. The instructions here will show you how.
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Sunday, August 5, 2012
Learn All About Online Financial Brokerage
Investment is an important aspect of every financial planning. Individuals and families invest in a variety of programs including real estate, stocks, mutual funds, precious metals and commodities. The amount of money you invest and the returns you receive can depend on a variety of factors. The process can be complicated and overwhelming as well. Most investors, therefore, seek the services of a professional brokerage firm for guidance and support. Unlike the past, expert advice is not restricted to certain big cities and commercial centers. You will find several online financial brokerage firms. They offer a variety of services and deal with many different types of investments. Online financial brokerage firms have several advantages:
They have the financial knowledge and wisdom to offer you the right wisdom. Most companies link you to a personal manager who can guide you through the entire process.
You can consult with your online financial brokerage firm from the convenience of your home. You can work on your financial planning anytime, although you will be able to trade actively only during regular business hours.
Online companies are cheaper than their traditional counterparts. The companies save on infrastructure and other expenses. Most online financial brokerage firms will pass on the savings to the consumers.
You do not require a minimum investment amount. You can begin your financial planning with few hundred dollars and grow from thereon.
Most firms do not impose any restrictions on minimum trading volume. They may, however, offer special discounts if you have a high volume.
You can also track international markets and trade there from the convenience of your home.
There are several online financial brokerage firms. You should take time to choose your vendor carefully. Start with a company that provides comprehensive service. A different company for each type of investment can be confusing. You may find it difficult to track and plan your investments. Make sure the company's website is available throughout the day. You should be able to email your online financial brokerage anytime of the day. Someone should get back to you within the stipulated time. Check the history of the company to make sure the online financial brokerage firm is reliable. You can talk to family and friends, and read online reviews before choosing a good company.
Read the terms and conditions carefully to make sure they do not have unrealistic minimum deposits and trade volumes. Do not shy away from asking questions about every aspect of the process before signing up for it. You will avoid unnecessary complications at a later stage. Some companies also offer 3 to 5 percent interest on the money you have in the bank. This money can slowly add up.
You should take time to choose the right brokerage company. Once you establish the system, things will be easy for you. You can just spend a few minutes each day, and significantly enhance your investments and savings.
They have the financial knowledge and wisdom to offer you the right wisdom. Most companies link you to a personal manager who can guide you through the entire process.
You can consult with your online financial brokerage firm from the convenience of your home. You can work on your financial planning anytime, although you will be able to trade actively only during regular business hours.
Online companies are cheaper than their traditional counterparts. The companies save on infrastructure and other expenses. Most online financial brokerage firms will pass on the savings to the consumers.
You do not require a minimum investment amount. You can begin your financial planning with few hundred dollars and grow from thereon.
Most firms do not impose any restrictions on minimum trading volume. They may, however, offer special discounts if you have a high volume.
You can also track international markets and trade there from the convenience of your home.
There are several online financial brokerage firms. You should take time to choose your vendor carefully. Start with a company that provides comprehensive service. A different company for each type of investment can be confusing. You may find it difficult to track and plan your investments. Make sure the company's website is available throughout the day. You should be able to email your online financial brokerage anytime of the day. Someone should get back to you within the stipulated time. Check the history of the company to make sure the online financial brokerage firm is reliable. You can talk to family and friends, and read online reviews before choosing a good company.
Read the terms and conditions carefully to make sure they do not have unrealistic minimum deposits and trade volumes. Do not shy away from asking questions about every aspect of the process before signing up for it. You will avoid unnecessary complications at a later stage. Some companies also offer 3 to 5 percent interest on the money you have in the bank. This money can slowly add up.
You should take time to choose the right brokerage company. Once you establish the system, things will be easy for you. You can just spend a few minutes each day, and significantly enhance your investments and savings.
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Why Mortgage Loans For People With Bad Credit Are So Common
Securing the finances needed to purchase a new home is not easy in these times of financial difficulty. The risk involved in taking on such a large debt is perceived to be higher now than it was a decade ago, but this has not seemed to affect the availability of mortgage loans for people with bad credit histories.
The fact is that getting loan approval, regardless of the purpose and size of the loan, is never simple. There is clear criteria that must be met, but with so many approvals, it is clear there is a route to take to improve approval chances.
In fact, there are three reasons why approvals despite bad credit histories is so common: the growth of the online lending industry; the fact that applicants are getting their finances in order; and the realization that the debt-to-income ratio is all-important. Once these three aspects are addressed, approval on mortgage loans is more likely for everyone.
Influence of Online Lenders
The rise of the online lending industry has made a huge difference to the availability of mortgage loans for people with bad credit. It might seem strange, but online lending firms are specialists in bad credit lending. So, applicants with low credit scores are more likely to get the best deal in practically every kind of loan package, including mortgages.
There are definitely risks involved, so the interest rates charged are higher than usually, but are nonetheless lower than comparative loans from traditional lenders, like banks. Still, getting loan approval relies on proving a sufficient income and a working bank account, into which the lender can deposit the funds and withdraw monthly repayments automatically.
Perhaps more significant is the fact that the criteria associated with online mortgage loans is less complex and more streamline, and as such the number of applications approved are higher.
Getting the Key Areas of Preparation Right
Conditions like the debt-to-income ratio are key to having loans approved. And it is thanks to prior knowledge and better preparation that there has been a rise in approvals of mortgage loans for people with bad credit. But this ratio in particular makes a huge difference.
This is because the debt-to-income ratio has little to do with credit ratings and everything to do with numbers. Quite simply, it confirms whether there is enough excess income to cover a mortgage repayment comfortably or not. In line with the 40:60 ratio, if 40% of the excess income can cover the repayment then getting loan approval is almost certain.
What this means is that even applicants with excellent credit ratings can see their application for a mortgage loan rejected. An applicant with even a terrible rating, but with low existing debt, is much more likely to get the thumbs up.
Short-term Loans
A part of the preparation for an application is getting everything in order. The last thing that a lender wants to see is a chaotic financial situation when examining an application. Taking proactive steps have meant that mortgage loans for people with bad credit histories are much more attainable.
One of the most common steps is to take out a series of small short-term loans in an effort to improve that credit history. What this essentially means is that loans of as little as ,000 are taken out and repaid very quickly. With each loan cleared, the credit score improves. After four or five such loans, the score can improve considerably. With this, the chances of getting loan approval also improves.
Of course, this does not set a strong case, but it does show that the applicant is very serious about taking on the expense of a mortgage loan. Even if the credit score remains low, the significance of these efforts does not go unnoticed.
The fact is that getting loan approval, regardless of the purpose and size of the loan, is never simple. There is clear criteria that must be met, but with so many approvals, it is clear there is a route to take to improve approval chances.
In fact, there are three reasons why approvals despite bad credit histories is so common: the growth of the online lending industry; the fact that applicants are getting their finances in order; and the realization that the debt-to-income ratio is all-important. Once these three aspects are addressed, approval on mortgage loans is more likely for everyone.
Influence of Online Lenders
The rise of the online lending industry has made a huge difference to the availability of mortgage loans for people with bad credit. It might seem strange, but online lending firms are specialists in bad credit lending. So, applicants with low credit scores are more likely to get the best deal in practically every kind of loan package, including mortgages.
There are definitely risks involved, so the interest rates charged are higher than usually, but are nonetheless lower than comparative loans from traditional lenders, like banks. Still, getting loan approval relies on proving a sufficient income and a working bank account, into which the lender can deposit the funds and withdraw monthly repayments automatically.
Perhaps more significant is the fact that the criteria associated with online mortgage loans is less complex and more streamline, and as such the number of applications approved are higher.
Getting the Key Areas of Preparation Right
Conditions like the debt-to-income ratio are key to having loans approved. And it is thanks to prior knowledge and better preparation that there has been a rise in approvals of mortgage loans for people with bad credit. But this ratio in particular makes a huge difference.
This is because the debt-to-income ratio has little to do with credit ratings and everything to do with numbers. Quite simply, it confirms whether there is enough excess income to cover a mortgage repayment comfortably or not. In line with the 40:60 ratio, if 40% of the excess income can cover the repayment then getting loan approval is almost certain.
What this means is that even applicants with excellent credit ratings can see their application for a mortgage loan rejected. An applicant with even a terrible rating, but with low existing debt, is much more likely to get the thumbs up.
Short-term Loans
A part of the preparation for an application is getting everything in order. The last thing that a lender wants to see is a chaotic financial situation when examining an application. Taking proactive steps have meant that mortgage loans for people with bad credit histories are much more attainable.
One of the most common steps is to take out a series of small short-term loans in an effort to improve that credit history. What this essentially means is that loans of as little as ,000 are taken out and repaid very quickly. With each loan cleared, the credit score improves. After four or five such loans, the score can improve considerably. With this, the chances of getting loan approval also improves.
Of course, this does not set a strong case, but it does show that the applicant is very serious about taking on the expense of a mortgage loan. Even if the credit score remains low, the significance of these efforts does not go unnoticed.
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Nothing Better Than Flat Fee MLS
A flat fee MLS exists when the flat fee realtor accepts a flat fee arrangement rather than a percentage of the sale price of the property. Typically in this situation, the buyer's broker still receives a percentage which could also represent a flat fee. The for sale by owner can expect to forfeit some of the services offered through a traditional agent listing such as showing of the house, yard sign installation, taking property photos or preparing virtual tours of property. Note however, that these services could be requested as an option with your flat fee realtor. The common denominator for both the seller and the agent is "getting the house sold," and the agent may use his or her discretion when offering these services.
However, the responsibility of hosting open houses and answering questions about the property often lies solely on the shoulder of the seller. The agent is aware that there will not be a huge commission at the closing table and will offer limited services to the seller. The saying, "you get what you pay for, is very evident in this arrangement. A flat fee MLS works best for sellers who want to sell as for sale by owner. Short sales and foreclosures are also good candidates for the flat fee MLS option where the for sale by owner is not expected to make a profit from the sale of the house.
For those for sale by owner who are considering between a traditional agent listing and a discount realtor it is important to weigh your options to see which of the two will garner the best results. There are a number of discount realtors advertising to get your business and for sale by owner should ask around for referrals or visit the discount realtor's website to view past customer reviews. If the flat fee realtor is legit and confident in their track record it is possible that they could provide you with a short list of its customers to contact who could give testimony to their services. Once you are confident that you have done enough research on the discount realtor and are comfortable doing business with the agent, make sure you have a thorough understanding of what the agent will or will not do throughout the process. Have something in writing in the event the relationship is not working out.
Selling your house as for sale by owner in the current real estate market is not daunting enough and having the right flat fee realtor to help with the sale of your house is essential. For a mere 0 to 0 you can have access to a real estate agent with experience and the selling tools to help unload your for sale by owner property a lot faster than you could selling it on your own. Consider using the flat fee MLS option when selling your home to get the results you are looking for at a reduced cost. For more visit
However, the responsibility of hosting open houses and answering questions about the property often lies solely on the shoulder of the seller. The agent is aware that there will not be a huge commission at the closing table and will offer limited services to the seller. The saying, "you get what you pay for, is very evident in this arrangement. A flat fee MLS works best for sellers who want to sell as for sale by owner. Short sales and foreclosures are also good candidates for the flat fee MLS option where the for sale by owner is not expected to make a profit from the sale of the house.
For those for sale by owner who are considering between a traditional agent listing and a discount realtor it is important to weigh your options to see which of the two will garner the best results. There are a number of discount realtors advertising to get your business and for sale by owner should ask around for referrals or visit the discount realtor's website to view past customer reviews. If the flat fee realtor is legit and confident in their track record it is possible that they could provide you with a short list of its customers to contact who could give testimony to their services. Once you are confident that you have done enough research on the discount realtor and are comfortable doing business with the agent, make sure you have a thorough understanding of what the agent will or will not do throughout the process. Have something in writing in the event the relationship is not working out.
Selling your house as for sale by owner in the current real estate market is not daunting enough and having the right flat fee realtor to help with the sale of your house is essential. For a mere 0 to 0 you can have access to a real estate agent with experience and the selling tools to help unload your for sale by owner property a lot faster than you could selling it on your own. Consider using the flat fee MLS option when selling your home to get the results you are looking for at a reduced cost. For more visit
Saturday, July 28, 2012
Common Debt Mistakes - Personal Finance Help
No one likes the idea of being in debt. Debt usually creates emotional stress, relationship strains and a general feeling of disappointment or failure. Sadly many people who may be struggling with debt make the same errors that can be avoided. By carefully reading this article you can avoid the common debt mistakes and get the personal finance help you deserve.
Lack of a Financial Plan:
If you want to reduce your debt you need a plan. As I have previously mentioned on my blog it is a wise decision to eliminate the debt that has the lowest balance first. To begin with it will give you great satisfaction of reaching your goals and will help you move forward to your next outstanding balance. This method also lowers the number of different bills you have to pay, which will eliminate confusion. If you make a plan and follow it you have already prevented one of the most common debt mistakes.
Spending Too Much:
It sounds obvious but spending too much is the main cause for debt and more and more people spend more than they make. You must eliminate unnecessary costs and avoid purchasing those items you can't afford. If you discover that you are unable to stay on top of your spending it may be time to seek a financial adviser. They can help you avoid those common debt mistakes and provide the personal finance help you might need.
Hiring the Wrong Debt Consolidation Agency:
Everyday we are bombarded with television and radio advertisements that offer debt consolidation services. Some are legitimate and others aren't. The only way to know if a particular agency is right for you is to investigate the company thoroughly. I have heard some company's state that they can lower monthly payments by more than 50% or eliminate debt in under five years. If it sounds too good to be true it probably is. Do a lot of research before you entertain the idea of hiring a debt consolidation agency. Personally I would not recommend seeking this service at all but if you choose to go this route, choose wisely.
Not Understanding Why You Are In Debt:
Certainly this is the most common debt mistake when seeking personal finance help. If you aren't sure why you are struggling with debt or don't know how you got into debt to begin with then how can you solve the problem? If you borrow money for non-essential spending and keep spending money you don't have you must rectify that problem immediately. It is okay to have a home mortgage or college loan but you must prevent unnecessary purchases. The sooner you figure out why you're in debt, the sooner you will begin to eliminate it.
Making The Same Mistakes:
I learned an amazing fact that 80% of individuals who win the lottery are in a worse financial situation two years later. Why? Because they repeat the mistakes they've always made. If you begin to solve your financial difficulties and then fall back into previous spending habits you'll be right back at square one. Understanding your debt, putting those solutions into place and sticking to your plans will help you stay out of debt. Don't repeat what got you into trouble in the first place.
Debt is easy to fall into and hard to get out of. If you avoid these common debt mistakes and seek proper personal finance help you will become debt free quicker than you ever thought possible. Thousands of people are able to work their way out of debt and you can too! Stick to your goals.
Happy Thanksgiving to our Canadian friends!
Lack of a Financial Plan:
If you want to reduce your debt you need a plan. As I have previously mentioned on my blog it is a wise decision to eliminate the debt that has the lowest balance first. To begin with it will give you great satisfaction of reaching your goals and will help you move forward to your next outstanding balance. This method also lowers the number of different bills you have to pay, which will eliminate confusion. If you make a plan and follow it you have already prevented one of the most common debt mistakes.
Spending Too Much:
It sounds obvious but spending too much is the main cause for debt and more and more people spend more than they make. You must eliminate unnecessary costs and avoid purchasing those items you can't afford. If you discover that you are unable to stay on top of your spending it may be time to seek a financial adviser. They can help you avoid those common debt mistakes and provide the personal finance help you might need.
Hiring the Wrong Debt Consolidation Agency:
Everyday we are bombarded with television and radio advertisements that offer debt consolidation services. Some are legitimate and others aren't. The only way to know if a particular agency is right for you is to investigate the company thoroughly. I have heard some company's state that they can lower monthly payments by more than 50% or eliminate debt in under five years. If it sounds too good to be true it probably is. Do a lot of research before you entertain the idea of hiring a debt consolidation agency. Personally I would not recommend seeking this service at all but if you choose to go this route, choose wisely.
Not Understanding Why You Are In Debt:
Certainly this is the most common debt mistake when seeking personal finance help. If you aren't sure why you are struggling with debt or don't know how you got into debt to begin with then how can you solve the problem? If you borrow money for non-essential spending and keep spending money you don't have you must rectify that problem immediately. It is okay to have a home mortgage or college loan but you must prevent unnecessary purchases. The sooner you figure out why you're in debt, the sooner you will begin to eliminate it.
Making The Same Mistakes:
I learned an amazing fact that 80% of individuals who win the lottery are in a worse financial situation two years later. Why? Because they repeat the mistakes they've always made. If you begin to solve your financial difficulties and then fall back into previous spending habits you'll be right back at square one. Understanding your debt, putting those solutions into place and sticking to your plans will help you stay out of debt. Don't repeat what got you into trouble in the first place.
Debt is easy to fall into and hard to get out of. If you avoid these common debt mistakes and seek proper personal finance help you will become debt free quicker than you ever thought possible. Thousands of people are able to work their way out of debt and you can too! Stick to your goals.
Happy Thanksgiving to our Canadian friends!
Monday, July 23, 2012
Buying a home after bankruptcy
Experienced bankruptcy lately? You may wonder if you will still will be able to get a home loan. You may also be wondering if buying home after bankruptcy is a good idea for you.
While bankruptcy can make your mortgage loan approval difficult, it is still possible to get approved. In fact there have been more and more, bad credit loans coming out all the time.
They are called the Subprime lenders; they are focusing more on helping individuals with poor credit in buying home after bankruptcy.
This is happening mostly because bankruptcies are still on the rise and there is an increasing number of people with bad credit who are looking for home financing.
Just to give you a bit of an overview here are some very good reasons to consider after bankruptcy buying home:
Increase your credit rating. When you make your payments on a regular basis, you will be able to develop your credit rating. Once your pre-payment penalty is done, you should be able to refinance your credit loan for a much lesser interest rate.
After your bankruptcy has been for ended 2-3 years, you ought to have a much easier time qualifying for a lesser interest rate mortgage loan.
You will be able to own an asset. If you are just renting a home then you are absolutely throwing your monthly payments away. Why not just buy a home, over time, its value will increase and you are working you way towards owing an asset.
Once you have bought your house, as soon as 6 months or so later, you might be able to take out an equity loan on your home and consolidate any other debt that you might have since your bankruptcy or debt that could not be included in your bankruptcy.
Taxes and student loans will not be discharged in a bankruptcy. You may also want to use the extra cash to invest in a business venture or for needed home improvement.
It is very tempting to buy an new home, new car, do some renovations, etc., after bankruptcy discharge you have no debt left. You will probably feel like you can afford a larger house payment due to the financial experience that you have.
But it is not that easy so here are some factors to consider before committing yourself to a new house payment.
The Pre-payment penalty. This penalty is usually about 6 months worth of house payments. And usually lasts from 2-3years. Once you sign those mortgage papers you absolutely have to make those payments. If you don't have the amount of the pre-payment penalty in savings, you are locked into making the payments or losing the house.
The Two Year Mark. Keep in mind that after 2-3 years from the date of the bankruptcy discharge, mortgage loans will be much easier to get. With a small down payment, you might even be able to get a mortgage loan without a pre-payment penalty.
So, if you are within 6 months or so from the 2 year mark. It would be smart to wait it out and have more mortgage loan options.
Borrowing Too Much. This is the most common mistake that we usually get into. If you do decide to buy a house, buy one that you know you will be able to afford. Don't max yourself out on credit, living right up to the edge of your income.
If your income suddenly drops, you'll want to make sure that you can still afford your house payment. Be conservative with how much home you need to buy.
Most of us always think that bankruptcy is the end of our credit life. But don not despair because I know some people that have been in to bankruptcy but has been able to get up again and rebuild there credit quickly most of them has even been able to buy a new house.
Bankruptcy will show up on your credit report for 10 years. That means that every mortgage lender will certainly see that fact when evaluating your mortgage application.
Although it may be difficult to find a bank to give you a mortgage it's certainly not impossible. Banks want to make money and you may find one that's willing to take the risk.
While bankruptcy can make your mortgage loan approval difficult, it is still possible to get approved. In fact there have been more and more, bad credit loans coming out all the time.
They are called the Subprime lenders; they are focusing more on helping individuals with poor credit in buying home after bankruptcy.
This is happening mostly because bankruptcies are still on the rise and there is an increasing number of people with bad credit who are looking for home financing.
Just to give you a bit of an overview here are some very good reasons to consider after bankruptcy buying home:
Increase your credit rating. When you make your payments on a regular basis, you will be able to develop your credit rating. Once your pre-payment penalty is done, you should be able to refinance your credit loan for a much lesser interest rate.
After your bankruptcy has been for ended 2-3 years, you ought to have a much easier time qualifying for a lesser interest rate mortgage loan.
You will be able to own an asset. If you are just renting a home then you are absolutely throwing your monthly payments away. Why not just buy a home, over time, its value will increase and you are working you way towards owing an asset.
Once you have bought your house, as soon as 6 months or so later, you might be able to take out an equity loan on your home and consolidate any other debt that you might have since your bankruptcy or debt that could not be included in your bankruptcy.
Taxes and student loans will not be discharged in a bankruptcy. You may also want to use the extra cash to invest in a business venture or for needed home improvement.
It is very tempting to buy an new home, new car, do some renovations, etc., after bankruptcy discharge you have no debt left. You will probably feel like you can afford a larger house payment due to the financial experience that you have.
But it is not that easy so here are some factors to consider before committing yourself to a new house payment.
The Pre-payment penalty. This penalty is usually about 6 months worth of house payments. And usually lasts from 2-3years. Once you sign those mortgage papers you absolutely have to make those payments. If you don't have the amount of the pre-payment penalty in savings, you are locked into making the payments or losing the house.
The Two Year Mark. Keep in mind that after 2-3 years from the date of the bankruptcy discharge, mortgage loans will be much easier to get. With a small down payment, you might even be able to get a mortgage loan without a pre-payment penalty.
So, if you are within 6 months or so from the 2 year mark. It would be smart to wait it out and have more mortgage loan options.
Borrowing Too Much. This is the most common mistake that we usually get into. If you do decide to buy a house, buy one that you know you will be able to afford. Don't max yourself out on credit, living right up to the edge of your income.
If your income suddenly drops, you'll want to make sure that you can still afford your house payment. Be conservative with how much home you need to buy.
Most of us always think that bankruptcy is the end of our credit life. But don not despair because I know some people that have been in to bankruptcy but has been able to get up again and rebuild there credit quickly most of them has even been able to buy a new house.
Bankruptcy will show up on your credit report for 10 years. That means that every mortgage lender will certainly see that fact when evaluating your mortgage application.
Although it may be difficult to find a bank to give you a mortgage it's certainly not impossible. Banks want to make money and you may find one that's willing to take the risk.
Friday, July 20, 2012
Mortgage Refinance Waive Closing Cost
With an unpredictable market, no closing cost refinancing seems like a grand way to get rid of various fees related to securing a new home mortgage. Obtaining a home loan can be expensive. Applicants may find that refinancing too is no different and that the charges are the same for both.
The closing cost of a mortgage includes payment to the attorney, underwriter, title insurance company, the application fee, and the rate-lock fee. A no closing cost refinance, although one of the best ways to save money on your monthly payments, is not a very well-known method used in refinancing. These can also be offered while refinancing your previous mortgage. Although it sounds like an awesome deal, remember that nothing in life is free, especially from mortgage lenders.
Benefits of Waiving Closing Cost
If you have planned to repay your loan in a very short period of time, then having no closing costs can prove beneficial for you. The shorter time will lower the interest rates insignificantly. Good mortgage lending companies offer options to choose high interest rates with no closing cost or a closing cost with lower interest rates.
Problems with Waiving Closing Cost
The only fee that is waived from the closing cost is the lender's fee. Title fees, insurance fees, and other relevant costs remain the same. This is a gimmick of the mortgage lenders to use the phrase no closing cost' to attract customers in a new loan or refinancing the existing one. The new interest rate is then charged higher by the lenders and also for a longer period of time.
Mortgage lenders who drastically cut closing costs or waive their fees are often noticed to charge higher interest rates on newly issued mortgages. It is also found that the lender offers the buyer the option of changing the closing costs into a credit by adding the cost to the existing mortgage. They then charge the interest rate for that mortgage more than the closing costs.
Borrowers are also unaware of the fact that paying no closing costs does not mean that they need not pay all charges at closing. There are certain third party charges like per diem, interest from the day of closing to the first day of the coming month, interest on the previous mortgage that was refinanced from the beginning of the month till the closing and other recurring costs.
Astonishingly enough, all open fees for no closing cost refinancing are negotiable. When shopping for your refinancing, request a written estimate of all fees before signing with one agent. Compare different sources. Get recommendations and check for complaints. When possible, use a lender who is reliable and trustworthy. Each lender is unique and has different fees and policies. You need to weigh all options available from the lender you have chosen. Remember in the current economy, there have been a number of changes in the housing and finance market. Customers should talk with brokers or mortgage lenders directly to see what options may be available.
The closing cost of a mortgage includes payment to the attorney, underwriter, title insurance company, the application fee, and the rate-lock fee. A no closing cost refinance, although one of the best ways to save money on your monthly payments, is not a very well-known method used in refinancing. These can also be offered while refinancing your previous mortgage. Although it sounds like an awesome deal, remember that nothing in life is free, especially from mortgage lenders.
Benefits of Waiving Closing Cost
If you have planned to repay your loan in a very short period of time, then having no closing costs can prove beneficial for you. The shorter time will lower the interest rates insignificantly. Good mortgage lending companies offer options to choose high interest rates with no closing cost or a closing cost with lower interest rates.
Problems with Waiving Closing Cost
The only fee that is waived from the closing cost is the lender's fee. Title fees, insurance fees, and other relevant costs remain the same. This is a gimmick of the mortgage lenders to use the phrase no closing cost' to attract customers in a new loan or refinancing the existing one. The new interest rate is then charged higher by the lenders and also for a longer period of time.
Mortgage lenders who drastically cut closing costs or waive their fees are often noticed to charge higher interest rates on newly issued mortgages. It is also found that the lender offers the buyer the option of changing the closing costs into a credit by adding the cost to the existing mortgage. They then charge the interest rate for that mortgage more than the closing costs.
Borrowers are also unaware of the fact that paying no closing costs does not mean that they need not pay all charges at closing. There are certain third party charges like per diem, interest from the day of closing to the first day of the coming month, interest on the previous mortgage that was refinanced from the beginning of the month till the closing and other recurring costs.
Astonishingly enough, all open fees for no closing cost refinancing are negotiable. When shopping for your refinancing, request a written estimate of all fees before signing with one agent. Compare different sources. Get recommendations and check for complaints. When possible, use a lender who is reliable and trustworthy. Each lender is unique and has different fees and policies. You need to weigh all options available from the lender you have chosen. Remember in the current economy, there have been a number of changes in the housing and finance market. Customers should talk with brokers or mortgage lenders directly to see what options may be available.
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Cash Advance - How To Compare Them
Are you currently thinking about acquiring a cash loan? Then you will do well to think about the examples below if you are afraid to land yourself in big difficulty...
1 Do you actually need this payday loan? Or, is it just to fulfill a flimsy desire of yours? There are crisis situations that might ever happen -- It is smart then. However, if you would forgo it without dire consequences, then don't take it
2 Are there any other better less expensive alternatives for you to obtain advantage of? Can a relative or friend advance you some money? Explore less costly alternatives before going for cash loans (they are costly).
3 How much can you actually afford to eliminate from your next paycheck devoid of starting a destructive circle for taking cash loans? Believe me, it is easy to gather a payday loan. What isn't easy is paying off.
Bear in mind that you have recurrent expenditure -- Things that you must pay for by next payday. Would you have enough to handle this cash loan after paying off them or would you be forced to ask for an expansion or even take yet another cash advance (That's a vicious circle forming)?
Make a decision in advance what you'd have to sacrifice from your next expense plan to fulfill up with your reimbursement obligations.
If you have settled these after that comes the shopping...
What are their lending criteria? Make certain you take plenty of time to go through them initially before trying. If you are declined by one company, it becomes a little bit more difficult for you to acquire a good deal from another provider.
In addition, don't apply to a lot of lenders all at once. There is a data-base that shows providers you have applied to. Pick one, investigation their criteria, if you're satisfied with their conditions and are certain you can qualify, apply.
1 Do you actually need this payday loan? Or, is it just to fulfill a flimsy desire of yours? There are crisis situations that might ever happen -- It is smart then. However, if you would forgo it without dire consequences, then don't take it
2 Are there any other better less expensive alternatives for you to obtain advantage of? Can a relative or friend advance you some money? Explore less costly alternatives before going for cash loans (they are costly).
3 How much can you actually afford to eliminate from your next paycheck devoid of starting a destructive circle for taking cash loans? Believe me, it is easy to gather a payday loan. What isn't easy is paying off.
Bear in mind that you have recurrent expenditure -- Things that you must pay for by next payday. Would you have enough to handle this cash loan after paying off them or would you be forced to ask for an expansion or even take yet another cash advance (That's a vicious circle forming)?
Make a decision in advance what you'd have to sacrifice from your next expense plan to fulfill up with your reimbursement obligations.
If you have settled these after that comes the shopping...
What are their lending criteria? Make certain you take plenty of time to go through them initially before trying. If you are declined by one company, it becomes a little bit more difficult for you to acquire a good deal from another provider.
In addition, don't apply to a lot of lenders all at once. There is a data-base that shows providers you have applied to. Pick one, investigation their criteria, if you're satisfied with their conditions and are certain you can qualify, apply.
Friday, July 13, 2012
Unemployed? Credit Card Debt Consolidation Makes Sense
Being in debt is bad enough. Being in debt because of unnecessary splurges is worse. Being in debt and unemployed can be a special sort of hell. Faced with mounting bills, the first thing an unemployed person should do is figure out ways to reduce the monthly debt load. Trimming monthly budgets to the bare bones is one way, but housing, food, fuel, utilities, car upkeep, and medical expenses can be trimmed only so far. Credit card debt should be high on the reduction list.
Credit Card Debt Consolidation
The first thing an unemployed person needs to do is quit using credit cards except when it is completely unavoidable. You should limit that use to one card alone. Debt consolidation can work, but only in specific circumstances. For instance, if you have only one credit card, approach that lender and see if you can come to some terms to trim your monthly obligation. If you have a number of creditors, including credit card companies, auto loans, and maybe a few others like them, you should seriously consider taking a debt consolidation loan.
Benefits of Debt Consolidation
Take a look at your situation. If you have more than one creditor, you are making payments to each at different times every month. Your creditors are charging you different interest rates. Each is demanding different amounts as monthly minimums. Paper work alone can amount to a monthly stack of bills, written checks, and a lot of receipts. Debt consolidation will roll all those debts under one loan. You will make one payment a month that will be a lot less than the total charged by a number of creditors. You will have one interest rate. Paperwork and remembering different due dates will disappear.
How to Go About Debt Consolidation
First you need to make a list of all your debts amount owed, monthly payment required, and interest charged. Then you need to approach each of those creditors and work out a one-time cash settlement with each. Creditors, realizing that most of the outstanding debt owed is in the form of interest charges, could be willing to cut your obligation almost in half for a one-time payoff. Once you have these settlements in hand, you need to present them to a loan consolidation lender. You and your financial life will come under intense scrutiny just as it would if you were applying for a home loan. Your credit history will loom large when the lender decides on an interest rate to charge you.
Some Final Words on Credit Card Debt Consolidation
Keep in mind, since they are going to make more money, debt consolidation lenders favor customers with large liabilities. If you are uneasy about making one-payment settlements with your creditors or feel intimidated approaching a debt-consolidation lender, you might want to consider hiring a debt consolidation consultant. Of course, you will be paying them a good sum of money for doing something you can do yourself. Do research, either on the Web or through advice from some of your creditors, to discover a credible consultant to usher you through the process. Unscrupulous consultants are out there who will have an eye on your money and not your best interests.
Soon, you will have reduced your monthly obligations to one single payment a month. If you are unemployed, this can help keep you insulated from foreclosure, bankruptcy, or worse.
Credit Card Debt Consolidation
The first thing an unemployed person needs to do is quit using credit cards except when it is completely unavoidable. You should limit that use to one card alone. Debt consolidation can work, but only in specific circumstances. For instance, if you have only one credit card, approach that lender and see if you can come to some terms to trim your monthly obligation. If you have a number of creditors, including credit card companies, auto loans, and maybe a few others like them, you should seriously consider taking a debt consolidation loan.
Benefits of Debt Consolidation
Take a look at your situation. If you have more than one creditor, you are making payments to each at different times every month. Your creditors are charging you different interest rates. Each is demanding different amounts as monthly minimums. Paper work alone can amount to a monthly stack of bills, written checks, and a lot of receipts. Debt consolidation will roll all those debts under one loan. You will make one payment a month that will be a lot less than the total charged by a number of creditors. You will have one interest rate. Paperwork and remembering different due dates will disappear.
How to Go About Debt Consolidation
First you need to make a list of all your debts amount owed, monthly payment required, and interest charged. Then you need to approach each of those creditors and work out a one-time cash settlement with each. Creditors, realizing that most of the outstanding debt owed is in the form of interest charges, could be willing to cut your obligation almost in half for a one-time payoff. Once you have these settlements in hand, you need to present them to a loan consolidation lender. You and your financial life will come under intense scrutiny just as it would if you were applying for a home loan. Your credit history will loom large when the lender decides on an interest rate to charge you.
Some Final Words on Credit Card Debt Consolidation
Keep in mind, since they are going to make more money, debt consolidation lenders favor customers with large liabilities. If you are uneasy about making one-payment settlements with your creditors or feel intimidated approaching a debt-consolidation lender, you might want to consider hiring a debt consolidation consultant. Of course, you will be paying them a good sum of money for doing something you can do yourself. Do research, either on the Web or through advice from some of your creditors, to discover a credible consultant to usher you through the process. Unscrupulous consultants are out there who will have an eye on your money and not your best interests.
Soon, you will have reduced your monthly obligations to one single payment a month. If you are unemployed, this can help keep you insulated from foreclosure, bankruptcy, or worse.
Saturday, July 7, 2012
The Weekend Millionaire's Real Estate Investing Program by Roger Dawson
Roger Dawson has a host of paper books, audio books and DVDs on various personal, motivational, and financial topics. This time, he has teamed up with a co-author, Mike Summey, for a book to teach the reader about how to make money in real estate. The book is called The Weekend Millionaire's Real Estate Investing Program by Roger Dawson, and Mike Summey. The purpose of the book is to teach people about how to make money in the real estate market by buying investment properties. There are many books, thousands even, on the topic. However, Roger Dawson brings with him over 40 years of real estate experience. During his real estate career, he managed 28 offices, with 540 plus employees. So, Roger Dawson is very versed when it comes to the topic of real estate, and about what works when it comes to investing in real estate, and in making profits.
The reader might become very excited to get mentoring from a book from a real estate master. But before a person quits their day job, they should be warned that this isn't a book about how to get rich quick. This isn't the type of book for those looking to get rich over the course of a weekend. This isn't the book for someone who thinks that this is going to be an overnight process. However, The Weekend Millionaires Real Estate Investing Program will teach people the skills that they need to realize long term profits from an industry that isn't going anywhere, and in which they can succeed, even during any economic downturns that they might witness.
The book goes into common strategies, such as buying distressed properties to sell them at a profit. This is a strategy that has been used by many a great real estate developer. Of course it makes sense to buy low, and then to sell it higher. The property sells higher because the market will go up, and because things can be done to the property to inflate its price. The reader will also learn things in the book, such as how to find great investment properties. Many people might be ready to make a buy, but they have no idea as to where to look. They might also waste a lot of time in their search. The book teaches the investor exactly where to look, so that they don't waste time, energy, or money.
The readers of The Weekend Millionaire's Real Estate Investing Program by Roger Dawson, will also learn how to approach seller. Certainly the book readers will need some guidance and some hand holding in this area. They will also learn some negotiation skills and tools designed to develop proposals that are win-win situations for the buyer, and for the seller. This book will even address issues, such as how to buy properties with no money down, and with bad credit.
There is much more to be learned in the book. As long as the readers are able to manage their expectations, and if they are ready to apply what they have learned into real life situations, then they will enjoy all that they learn, and that they earn thanks to The Weekend Millionaire's Real Estate Investing Program by Roger Dawson.
The reader might become very excited to get mentoring from a book from a real estate master. But before a person quits their day job, they should be warned that this isn't a book about how to get rich quick. This isn't the type of book for those looking to get rich over the course of a weekend. This isn't the book for someone who thinks that this is going to be an overnight process. However, The Weekend Millionaires Real Estate Investing Program will teach people the skills that they need to realize long term profits from an industry that isn't going anywhere, and in which they can succeed, even during any economic downturns that they might witness.
The book goes into common strategies, such as buying distressed properties to sell them at a profit. This is a strategy that has been used by many a great real estate developer. Of course it makes sense to buy low, and then to sell it higher. The property sells higher because the market will go up, and because things can be done to the property to inflate its price. The reader will also learn things in the book, such as how to find great investment properties. Many people might be ready to make a buy, but they have no idea as to where to look. They might also waste a lot of time in their search. The book teaches the investor exactly where to look, so that they don't waste time, energy, or money.
The readers of The Weekend Millionaire's Real Estate Investing Program by Roger Dawson, will also learn how to approach seller. Certainly the book readers will need some guidance and some hand holding in this area. They will also learn some negotiation skills and tools designed to develop proposals that are win-win situations for the buyer, and for the seller. This book will even address issues, such as how to buy properties with no money down, and with bad credit.
There is much more to be learned in the book. As long as the readers are able to manage their expectations, and if they are ready to apply what they have learned into real life situations, then they will enjoy all that they learn, and that they earn thanks to The Weekend Millionaire's Real Estate Investing Program by Roger Dawson.
Saturday, June 30, 2012
How To Apply For A Second Hand Car Loan With Bad Credit?
Nobody deliberately wants to have a bad credit rating. Often destiny plays against a person's will as well as one finds themself right at the top of the list of bad credit. In such circumstances, purchasing a pre-owned vehicle turns out to be beneficial than going for the brand new cars. Several can choose the Las Vegas used cars.
Nv pre-owned auto dealers are furthermore making good business through selling pre-owned cars to those who can't afford their new counterparts. Choosing pre-owned auto loans could be the best choice to get the needed money for purchasing a second hand car. They eventually generate the best option when there is huge crisis of money. When a person visits various dealers for example Nv used auto dealers, dealers of Las Vegas used cars, one have an idea of a range of loan programs as well as offers for used auto loans.
The used vehicles can be found at a a lot cheaper price than compared to the new vehicles however one must be careful when choosing the car because otherwise you will find probabilities that a person may end up paying for a bad offer. It's a common concept that each investment in a man's lifetime is very essential and thus is the one made for a second hand car. Go through the following things while choosing pre-owned auto loan during bad credit time:
- You have to keep in mind that a car always charges much more than what it worth is:
While borrowing auto loan, if one sees that the value of the vehicle for which he's borrowing the amount is less than the amount lent, chances are less for the amount borrowed being approved. The reason is that the lender worries non-repayment as it might result in the borrower missing the payment of his loan.
- Pre-deciding the loan amount:
Anyone deciding to apply for a second hand car loan must always fix the budget and decide on the loan amount he wants. By doing this, he'll have a basic idea as well as his loan amount won't surpass his budget. He'll save from further bad credit.
- About the warranty of the used car:
Generally, the used vehicles might have some type of mechanical wear and also the person purchasing it should be capable enough to fix those. For these, many people like the cars coming with warranty. Yet, if there is o warranty, then it's usually preferable to have the car examined by a auto technician known to the potential buyer before purchase.
- Interest rates of the used car loans:
Where the rates of interest are concerned, you must remember that these kinds of car loans generally include higher rate of interest. This is probably one of the main drawbacks of the used car loans.
- Credit rating factor:
Even when you have a bad credit, he should try to much better his credit score, as the loan amount plus the rate of interest charged depends greatly on his credit rating. A small portion may cause a massive difference in the all round loan repayment as well as payment.
Bad credit is considered a stigma and frequently seen as something of a taboo with regards to making future financial choices. Car buying is usually one of these choices that's impacted by a person's credit score. With a number of options available, is it now possible to have a bad credit but make a car purchase.
- Best Place For Purchasing Car With Bad Credit score
Chapman Las Vegas - High quality New and Second hand auto dealer in Vegas. Wide-ranging list to choose from with informed service, it's among the best pre-owned cars dealers in Vegas. Visit
Nv pre-owned auto dealers are furthermore making good business through selling pre-owned cars to those who can't afford their new counterparts. Choosing pre-owned auto loans could be the best choice to get the needed money for purchasing a second hand car. They eventually generate the best option when there is huge crisis of money. When a person visits various dealers for example Nv used auto dealers, dealers of Las Vegas used cars, one have an idea of a range of loan programs as well as offers for used auto loans.
The used vehicles can be found at a a lot cheaper price than compared to the new vehicles however one must be careful when choosing the car because otherwise you will find probabilities that a person may end up paying for a bad offer. It's a common concept that each investment in a man's lifetime is very essential and thus is the one made for a second hand car. Go through the following things while choosing pre-owned auto loan during bad credit time:
- You have to keep in mind that a car always charges much more than what it worth is:
While borrowing auto loan, if one sees that the value of the vehicle for which he's borrowing the amount is less than the amount lent, chances are less for the amount borrowed being approved. The reason is that the lender worries non-repayment as it might result in the borrower missing the payment of his loan.
- Pre-deciding the loan amount:
Anyone deciding to apply for a second hand car loan must always fix the budget and decide on the loan amount he wants. By doing this, he'll have a basic idea as well as his loan amount won't surpass his budget. He'll save from further bad credit.
- About the warranty of the used car:
Generally, the used vehicles might have some type of mechanical wear and also the person purchasing it should be capable enough to fix those. For these, many people like the cars coming with warranty. Yet, if there is o warranty, then it's usually preferable to have the car examined by a auto technician known to the potential buyer before purchase.
- Interest rates of the used car loans:
Where the rates of interest are concerned, you must remember that these kinds of car loans generally include higher rate of interest. This is probably one of the main drawbacks of the used car loans.
- Credit rating factor:
Even when you have a bad credit, he should try to much better his credit score, as the loan amount plus the rate of interest charged depends greatly on his credit rating. A small portion may cause a massive difference in the all round loan repayment as well as payment.
Bad credit is considered a stigma and frequently seen as something of a taboo with regards to making future financial choices. Car buying is usually one of these choices that's impacted by a person's credit score. With a number of options available, is it now possible to have a bad credit but make a car purchase.
- Best Place For Purchasing Car With Bad Credit score
Chapman Las Vegas - High quality New and Second hand auto dealer in Vegas. Wide-ranging list to choose from with informed service, it's among the best pre-owned cars dealers in Vegas. Visit
Thursday, June 28, 2012
The Different Options Of Buying A Jeep Wrangler
If you're in the market for a Jeep Wrangler, your toughest choice is likely going to entail deciding on buying a new or used vehicle. The 2013 models have been revealed and are clear improvements over previous years. However, if you're on a budget, a used car may be exactly what you're looking for.
If you're looking to purchase a new Jeep Wrangler, expect to pay around ,000, which is considered to be on the low end for a compact SUV. However, this is the base price with bare bones features. You may find that you desire different features that will come with the car. On average, people usually end up paying around ,000 for a new car with features such as entertainment options and paint finishes. If you are looking to buy a new car, you can expect a vehicle with a pristine interior and top of the line speed and acceleration.
Another option is to lease a Jeep Wrangler. You will find that the monthly payments will be reduced and affordable and the down payment is cheaper than what will be required with financing the purchase of the car. Leasing can help you save money every month to spend on other important aspects of your life. However, the contract you sign can be complex, but you have the chance to buy the car once the lease ends. You'll need to be assured that you can keep to the terms of the lease (such as only driving a certain number of miles each year), or you'll be forced to pay major penalties. If you have the time, you can also unload the car and transfer the lease whenever you feel it is time, so you're not tied down to your vehicle.
If you do not have the money to lease or buy a new Jeep Wrangler, there are still options. Consider an older model that is reliable at the fraction of the cost. There is always an element of risk involved with buying a used vehicle, especially if you don't have a mechanical background. Your best bet is likely to do as much research as possible and try to find somebody to help you who has plenty of car experience. The bluebook value should give you a good range of an appropriate price to spend on an older vehicle. If you have a specific car in mind, make sure you obtain a complete car history.
Once you have decided on the car you like, you can decide to buy a car from auto dealership or a private seller. A private seller will likely give you a better deal, but come with a high risk. You'll likely find that the cost of needed repairs won't be worth what you paid for the vehicle, plus you cannot count on any consumer protection. An auto dealership will always give you an inflated price, regardless if the car is new or used, but they will work with you to finance your Jeep Wrangler.
If you're looking to purchase a new Jeep Wrangler, expect to pay around ,000, which is considered to be on the low end for a compact SUV. However, this is the base price with bare bones features. You may find that you desire different features that will come with the car. On average, people usually end up paying around ,000 for a new car with features such as entertainment options and paint finishes. If you are looking to buy a new car, you can expect a vehicle with a pristine interior and top of the line speed and acceleration.
Another option is to lease a Jeep Wrangler. You will find that the monthly payments will be reduced and affordable and the down payment is cheaper than what will be required with financing the purchase of the car. Leasing can help you save money every month to spend on other important aspects of your life. However, the contract you sign can be complex, but you have the chance to buy the car once the lease ends. You'll need to be assured that you can keep to the terms of the lease (such as only driving a certain number of miles each year), or you'll be forced to pay major penalties. If you have the time, you can also unload the car and transfer the lease whenever you feel it is time, so you're not tied down to your vehicle.
If you do not have the money to lease or buy a new Jeep Wrangler, there are still options. Consider an older model that is reliable at the fraction of the cost. There is always an element of risk involved with buying a used vehicle, especially if you don't have a mechanical background. Your best bet is likely to do as much research as possible and try to find somebody to help you who has plenty of car experience. The bluebook value should give you a good range of an appropriate price to spend on an older vehicle. If you have a specific car in mind, make sure you obtain a complete car history.
Once you have decided on the car you like, you can decide to buy a car from auto dealership or a private seller. A private seller will likely give you a better deal, but come with a high risk. You'll likely find that the cost of needed repairs won't be worth what you paid for the vehicle, plus you cannot count on any consumer protection. An auto dealership will always give you an inflated price, regardless if the car is new or used, but they will work with you to finance your Jeep Wrangler.
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Eight Enterprise Performance Management Best Practices - Defining Phase
Have you ever tried looking up performance management best practices? If so, then you probably discovered the same things I did, that there is very little documentation or standard best practices dealing with performance management. You may find human resources best practices or IT best practices, and even best practices dealing with various departments within an organization. But chances are you will have little luck finding a comprehensive set of enterprise performance management best practices. The truth is, performance management is a complex process that affects every aspect of your organization. Even with a detailed plan on how to reach your organizational goals this can be an overwhelming task and take years to fully understand. I've put together a set of enterprise performance management best practices that drive organizational success and help you avoid the obstacles that can bring a performance initiative to a halt.
The Lifecycle Performance Management Model is an enterprise framework that is centered on 35 best practices. These best practices span across the five phases of the performance life-cycle: defining, planning, executing, monitoring and reporting. This article is the first of a series of five discussing the performance management best practices within Lifecycle Performance Management, and will focus on the defining phase.
The defining phase is where preliminary management processes are performed. These preliminary processes are those outside of traditional performance management, but which are critical to the success of your performance management initiative. Defining phase best practices are the executive processes that don't necessarily include participation from all levels within the organization.
1. Organizational Mission and Goals Management
Mission and Goals Management is the practice of ensuring that organizational mission and goals are well documented and communicated throughout the organization. Identified by executives and executed by management and staff, Organizational Mission and Goals Management is a process that includes participation at all levels and requires continuous validation throughout the maturation and growth of the organization. Organizational Mission and Goals Management includes identifying objectives throughout all business units, personnel, processes and systems and monitoring the progress of meeting those objectives. The objective is
to control costs by having people, processes and systems within the organization working toward supporting the mission and goals of the organization.
2. Performance Scope Management
The practice of defining the outcomes, documenting assumptions, and defining the scope of your performance initiative. Performance Scope Management can be approached in several ways such as defining deliverables, functionality and data, technical structure, and enterprise/organizational structure. Performance Scope Management involves setting the high level processes for which the performance management team will approach divisions, support teams and individuals in order to align performance to business objectives. Performance Scope Management ensures that expectations are met by clarifying roles, processes and expectations.
3. Performance Team Development
Performance Team Development is a critical process in Lifecycle Performance Management. It involves ensuring that the performance team is well aware of the issues facing the organization from the customer, employee, senior management and key stakeholders perspectives. Performance Team Development includes ensuring that there is support and commitment from the CEO, a direct reporting line to executive management, access to systems, data, organizational charts and processes, and liaisons form each of the business units to bridge the gap in communication and operational knowledge.
4. Vendor Performance Management
A low risk vendor conforms to the Gartner Group vendor suitability models. The vendor/service provider model assesses the viability of vendors against a set of characteristics that have been proven a low risk, high quality purchase. An organization that utilizes low risk, as well as high quality vendors and providers, will be less likely to encounter quality, reliability, or supply issues. This practice compares vendors and service providers on their financial viability, organizational stability, quality control, stringent testing for compatibility, independent market support for technology differentiation, and responsiveness to field service issues. We believe that vendors that have best in class capabilities will reduce the risk and associated costs compared to vendors that may offer lower priced products without sound testing, field support, or management practices.
5. Vendor Standardization
Vendor standardization limits the number of vendors that an organization purchases from. For given assets, an
organization selects a limited set of vendors from which products or services can be purchased. Vendor Standardization usually consists of a primary and secondary vendor. By standardizing on fewer vendors, an
organization can gain purchasing leverage and reduce incompatibility issues, support issues, vendor liaison requirements, testing of new technology, and administrative costs of vendor management. While it may limit the available selection of technology and features somewhat, it enables larger discounts with volume purchasing. Vendor standardization is part of a comprehensive asset management process that includes establishment of procurement procedures and policies, and compliance monitoring and management.
6. Organizational Stability
Stability of an organization is critical to keeping the staff members and teams consistent and focused. It enables the maturation of processes, procedures, and talent. Constant reorganization, management changes, and political infighting take a toll on moral, turnover, costs, risk and progress.
7. IT Cost Management
IT Cost Management is the financial management of your network that measures the total cost of IT services on a regular basis, compares the costs to industry benchmarks, and makes decisions on changes that include financial, not just technical, objectives. The process, policies, and tools are continuously and regularly applied to track progress and optimize spending. With IT Cost Management frameworks, such as TCO Lifecycle Management, proper technology refresh cycles can be established and investments can be verified as having positive financial impact and returns prior to implementation.
8. Performance-Based Budgeting
A results focused planning and budgeting framework which focuses on three elements: the strategy (how to achieve outcome), outputs (activities to achieve final outcome), and the result (final outcome). Performance-based budgets use missions, goals and objectives to justify funding. Through the allocation of resources, performance-based budging achieves specific objectives based on program goals and measured results. As a result, it is possible to understand which activities are cost-effective in terms of achieving the desired result.
About Victor Holman
Victor Holman is a performance management expert who provides fast, simple and inexpensive ways to transform organizational performance.
The Lifecycle Performance Management Model is an enterprise framework that is centered on 35 best practices. These best practices span across the five phases of the performance life-cycle: defining, planning, executing, monitoring and reporting. This article is the first of a series of five discussing the performance management best practices within Lifecycle Performance Management, and will focus on the defining phase.
The defining phase is where preliminary management processes are performed. These preliminary processes are those outside of traditional performance management, but which are critical to the success of your performance management initiative. Defining phase best practices are the executive processes that don't necessarily include participation from all levels within the organization.
1. Organizational Mission and Goals Management
Mission and Goals Management is the practice of ensuring that organizational mission and goals are well documented and communicated throughout the organization. Identified by executives and executed by management and staff, Organizational Mission and Goals Management is a process that includes participation at all levels and requires continuous validation throughout the maturation and growth of the organization. Organizational Mission and Goals Management includes identifying objectives throughout all business units, personnel, processes and systems and monitoring the progress of meeting those objectives. The objective is
to control costs by having people, processes and systems within the organization working toward supporting the mission and goals of the organization.
2. Performance Scope Management
The practice of defining the outcomes, documenting assumptions, and defining the scope of your performance initiative. Performance Scope Management can be approached in several ways such as defining deliverables, functionality and data, technical structure, and enterprise/organizational structure. Performance Scope Management involves setting the high level processes for which the performance management team will approach divisions, support teams and individuals in order to align performance to business objectives. Performance Scope Management ensures that expectations are met by clarifying roles, processes and expectations.
3. Performance Team Development
Performance Team Development is a critical process in Lifecycle Performance Management. It involves ensuring that the performance team is well aware of the issues facing the organization from the customer, employee, senior management and key stakeholders perspectives. Performance Team Development includes ensuring that there is support and commitment from the CEO, a direct reporting line to executive management, access to systems, data, organizational charts and processes, and liaisons form each of the business units to bridge the gap in communication and operational knowledge.
4. Vendor Performance Management
A low risk vendor conforms to the Gartner Group vendor suitability models. The vendor/service provider model assesses the viability of vendors against a set of characteristics that have been proven a low risk, high quality purchase. An organization that utilizes low risk, as well as high quality vendors and providers, will be less likely to encounter quality, reliability, or supply issues. This practice compares vendors and service providers on their financial viability, organizational stability, quality control, stringent testing for compatibility, independent market support for technology differentiation, and responsiveness to field service issues. We believe that vendors that have best in class capabilities will reduce the risk and associated costs compared to vendors that may offer lower priced products without sound testing, field support, or management practices.
5. Vendor Standardization
Vendor standardization limits the number of vendors that an organization purchases from. For given assets, an
organization selects a limited set of vendors from which products or services can be purchased. Vendor Standardization usually consists of a primary and secondary vendor. By standardizing on fewer vendors, an
organization can gain purchasing leverage and reduce incompatibility issues, support issues, vendor liaison requirements, testing of new technology, and administrative costs of vendor management. While it may limit the available selection of technology and features somewhat, it enables larger discounts with volume purchasing. Vendor standardization is part of a comprehensive asset management process that includes establishment of procurement procedures and policies, and compliance monitoring and management.
6. Organizational Stability
Stability of an organization is critical to keeping the staff members and teams consistent and focused. It enables the maturation of processes, procedures, and talent. Constant reorganization, management changes, and political infighting take a toll on moral, turnover, costs, risk and progress.
7. IT Cost Management
IT Cost Management is the financial management of your network that measures the total cost of IT services on a regular basis, compares the costs to industry benchmarks, and makes decisions on changes that include financial, not just technical, objectives. The process, policies, and tools are continuously and regularly applied to track progress and optimize spending. With IT Cost Management frameworks, such as TCO Lifecycle Management, proper technology refresh cycles can be established and investments can be verified as having positive financial impact and returns prior to implementation.
8. Performance-Based Budgeting
A results focused planning and budgeting framework which focuses on three elements: the strategy (how to achieve outcome), outputs (activities to achieve final outcome), and the result (final outcome). Performance-based budgets use missions, goals and objectives to justify funding. Through the allocation of resources, performance-based budging achieves specific objectives based on program goals and measured results. As a result, it is possible to understand which activities are cost-effective in terms of achieving the desired result.
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How $25,000 Personal Loans With No Credit Checks Are Made So Accessible
Large loans are highly effective tools when a borrower is working to take control of his or her financial situation. In one fell swoop, most if not all of the existing debt can be paid off. But when bad credit is part of the equation, getting the large loan is the tricky part. The availability of ,000 personal loans with no credit checks helps in that regard.
Of course, bad credit scores are no longer the debilitating influence on a loan application they once were. Where once it was seen as an accurate indicator regarding the trustworthiness of a borrower, recent years has seen honest borrowers have their ratings fall dramatically. So, getting approval despite bad credit is no longer an impossibility.
And, through online lenders, the personal loans now available are much more affordable than traditional lenders would have had them. With no credit checks carried out, online lenders accept the risk, but to the benefit of those who need such foresight most.
No Credit Checks Explained
Lenders offering large loans without credit checks are accepting a large amount of risk in the deal, and some would say needlessly. But lenders are no fools and, rest assured, they have carefully calculated the benefits of granting ,000 personal loans with no credit checks.
For a start, statistics have shown that the vast majority of bad credit borrowers are reliable borrowers because they are intent on improving their credit reputation and financial status. So, granting approval despite bad credit is very much a calculated risk, and not as reckless as they seem.
Not carrying out credit checks also means that approval times can be cut. This means that fast loan approval can be offered with confidence. Also, the interest rates charged on these loans are higher than normal, so the lender is likely to make a healthy profit on this type of personal loan.
Considerations for Borrowers
The promise of having access to a large loan with which to clear debts is a major advantage for bad credit borrowers. But it would be wise to note that there are both pros and cons to securing a ,000 personal loan with no credit checks. Approval is not granted without compromises being accepted.
Firstly, despite the fact no credit checks are carried out, there is no guarantee that approval will be granted. Affordability is still more important than any credit score, and it is on this factor that approval, despite bad credit, rests. What is guaranteed, is that even applicants with terrible credit histories have a chance of approval.
The problem is that, with interest rates quite high, affordability can be difficult to prove. And, with a higher rate, the amount of interest paid over over the lifetime of the loan, is much greater. So, this kind of personal loan is costly.
Advantages of Online Lenders
Since it is the lender that decides on interest rates and repayment terms, finding the right one is hugely important to efforts to secure a large loan that is affordable. Not every lender is willing to offer ,000 personal loans with no credit checks, but of those that are, the likelihood is that they are online lenders.
Online lenders are recognized experts in lending to bad credit borrowers, and as such are the perfect option. Their loan products are tailored to suit individuals already in difficult financial situations, while granting approval despite bad credit creates no concerns for them.
However, there are also risks in borrowing from unfamiliar online lenders. So, be sure to check out their reputation on either the BBB website or the Verify1st website, before deciding on applying for a personal loan from them.
Of course, bad credit scores are no longer the debilitating influence on a loan application they once were. Where once it was seen as an accurate indicator regarding the trustworthiness of a borrower, recent years has seen honest borrowers have their ratings fall dramatically. So, getting approval despite bad credit is no longer an impossibility.
And, through online lenders, the personal loans now available are much more affordable than traditional lenders would have had them. With no credit checks carried out, online lenders accept the risk, but to the benefit of those who need such foresight most.
No Credit Checks Explained
Lenders offering large loans without credit checks are accepting a large amount of risk in the deal, and some would say needlessly. But lenders are no fools and, rest assured, they have carefully calculated the benefits of granting ,000 personal loans with no credit checks.
For a start, statistics have shown that the vast majority of bad credit borrowers are reliable borrowers because they are intent on improving their credit reputation and financial status. So, granting approval despite bad credit is very much a calculated risk, and not as reckless as they seem.
Not carrying out credit checks also means that approval times can be cut. This means that fast loan approval can be offered with confidence. Also, the interest rates charged on these loans are higher than normal, so the lender is likely to make a healthy profit on this type of personal loan.
Considerations for Borrowers
The promise of having access to a large loan with which to clear debts is a major advantage for bad credit borrowers. But it would be wise to note that there are both pros and cons to securing a ,000 personal loan with no credit checks. Approval is not granted without compromises being accepted.
Firstly, despite the fact no credit checks are carried out, there is no guarantee that approval will be granted. Affordability is still more important than any credit score, and it is on this factor that approval, despite bad credit, rests. What is guaranteed, is that even applicants with terrible credit histories have a chance of approval.
The problem is that, with interest rates quite high, affordability can be difficult to prove. And, with a higher rate, the amount of interest paid over over the lifetime of the loan, is much greater. So, this kind of personal loan is costly.
Advantages of Online Lenders
Since it is the lender that decides on interest rates and repayment terms, finding the right one is hugely important to efforts to secure a large loan that is affordable. Not every lender is willing to offer ,000 personal loans with no credit checks, but of those that are, the likelihood is that they are online lenders.
Online lenders are recognized experts in lending to bad credit borrowers, and as such are the perfect option. Their loan products are tailored to suit individuals already in difficult financial situations, while granting approval despite bad credit creates no concerns for them.
However, there are also risks in borrowing from unfamiliar online lenders. So, be sure to check out their reputation on either the BBB website or the Verify1st website, before deciding on applying for a personal loan from them.
Friday, June 22, 2012
The Free Criminal Records Of Tennessee Available Online
Performing a background check these days is very important. Getting your hands on public records like criminal records including arrest records will help you protect yourself, your love ones and your business from criminals. Tennessee Arrest Records are maintained at the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI). The bureau serves as the state repository of criminal history information. It is also in charge of issuing the records to whomever requests for them.
Arrest files are made when an individual is arrested for a crime committed against the law and imprisoned for it. The files will show information of plea bargains, dropped charges, dismissals and all kinds of compromise. All previous offenses against the law will also be shown in the files.
Tennessee is included in the scope and follows the Freedom of Information act, but it still imposes many restrictions as to what degree of information or files are released because it a close record state. The public has access to public records but they are deprived of access to some files and/or details of some files. Certified copies are not available in the state. Individuals' arrest records are protected by the state by asking for their permission first before their documents are released publicly.
Other details that can be found in an arrest record are the subject's name, aliases if any, address, age, physical attributes, fines paid, misdemeanor and felony information, mug shots, etc. Some details of the records might be missing or incomplete caused by the state being a closed record state.
You can get arrest files at the state's repository, country criminal courts and at civil courts. The public can only access criminal files and arrest files at the repository. Access to Tennessee criminal history information is given only to individuals, companies and organizations that are registered officially in the State of Tennessee. You can order a copy of the file through phone or through mail. Results will be mailed to the address you enter on the mail or emailed to your email address. The bureau charges per name searched. Payments made through cash, check or a major credit are accepted and are non-refundable even if no file is found for the search subject.
Arrest documents that belong outside of Tennessee are not available at the TBI. They only keep documents of crimes and arrests that happened in the State of Tennessee. Professional records keepers cater to searches outside of the state and there are two types of service which you can avail of in the internet the fee-based sites and the free-of-charge sites. Fee-based sites, as its name implies, asks for a fee but at a low cost. For practical users, you can search the internet for sites that offer free-of-charge services so you can acquire free public arrest records. Examine the sites first and choose which one you think would best fit your needs.
Arrest files are made when an individual is arrested for a crime committed against the law and imprisoned for it. The files will show information of plea bargains, dropped charges, dismissals and all kinds of compromise. All previous offenses against the law will also be shown in the files.
Tennessee is included in the scope and follows the Freedom of Information act, but it still imposes many restrictions as to what degree of information or files are released because it a close record state. The public has access to public records but they are deprived of access to some files and/or details of some files. Certified copies are not available in the state. Individuals' arrest records are protected by the state by asking for their permission first before their documents are released publicly.
Other details that can be found in an arrest record are the subject's name, aliases if any, address, age, physical attributes, fines paid, misdemeanor and felony information, mug shots, etc. Some details of the records might be missing or incomplete caused by the state being a closed record state.
You can get arrest files at the state's repository, country criminal courts and at civil courts. The public can only access criminal files and arrest files at the repository. Access to Tennessee criminal history information is given only to individuals, companies and organizations that are registered officially in the State of Tennessee. You can order a copy of the file through phone or through mail. Results will be mailed to the address you enter on the mail or emailed to your email address. The bureau charges per name searched. Payments made through cash, check or a major credit are accepted and are non-refundable even if no file is found for the search subject.
Arrest documents that belong outside of Tennessee are not available at the TBI. They only keep documents of crimes and arrests that happened in the State of Tennessee. Professional records keepers cater to searches outside of the state and there are two types of service which you can avail of in the internet the fee-based sites and the free-of-charge sites. Fee-based sites, as its name implies, asks for a fee but at a low cost. For practical users, you can search the internet for sites that offer free-of-charge services so you can acquire free public arrest records. Examine the sites first and choose which one you think would best fit your needs.
Thursday, June 21, 2012
A Magento Developer India Can Help In Building A Successful E-commerce Store
Magento is a latest open source ecommerce platform that can be customized as per your requirements. It offers flexibility and control over the functionality and appearance of an online store. Magento is the best ecommerce platform and is highly admired by merchandisers. With a good magento developers India one can built the best Ecommerce platform that helps in taking online business to its next level. Being an open source Magento is cheap and has rich features eCommerce solution that offers complete flexibility and control over the appearance and functionality of an online store.
magento development has taken on a large scale in India. Below listed are a few features that Magento has:
1.Site Management:
-> It can manage multiple stores and sites from one admin panel.
-> Supports multiple currencies
-> Supports localization
-> Upgrades with just one click
-> CMS for informational pages
->Flexible management of tax rates that supports both US and other international markets
2.Marketing promotions and tools
-> SEO friendly URL's
-> URL rewrites
-> Easy to view recently viewed and compared products
-> Upselling in shopping cart
-> Cross selling on product pages
-> Newsletter management
-> Polls
-> Bundled products
-> Discount and other flexible coupons that can be restricted to stores or to certain products and categories.
-> Auto generated site maps
3.Shipping:
-> With one order shipping can be done at multiple places
-> Tracking orders online
-> Flat shipping rates per order and per item
-> Rates as per weight of the product and destination
4.Catalog management :
-> Inventory management
-> Batch updates of products
-> Virtual products
-> Configurable as per color, size and brand.
-> Tax rates per location
-> Rewrites search results
-> Google base integration
-> RSS feed for low inventory alerts
5.Customer accounts:
-> Maintaining order status and history
-> Re-orders from account
-> Reviews of products submitted
-> Products tags submitted
-> Address book with unlimited addresses
-> Default billing
-> Default shipping addresses
-> Has newsletter subscription management
-> Order status
-> Order history
-> Ability to add comments
6.Product browsing:
-> Can view multiple products
-> Product reviews
-> Stock availability
-> Option for product selection
-> Has zoom in capability when it comes to product image
-> Upselling multi tier products
7.Payment:
-> Accepts checks
-> Accepts money orders
-> Accepts purchase orders
-> Integrated with Google checkout
-> Credit card method for offline payments
8.Offers payment extensions to:
-> Dibs payment
-> VCS
-> Safer
-> eWAY
-> Protx
-> Cybersource
-> Cash on delivery
-> Fontis secure pay
-> Ogone payment
-> Saferpay
-> Paybox
-> Servired
-> Bank Prepayment
-> VCS
-> Fontis paymate
-> Fontis SecurePay
-> Fontis Paymate Express
-> Fontis New Zealand
9.International support
-> Multi-lingual
-> Site registration
-> Supports multiple currencies
-> Has ability to specify each payment method
10. SEO friendly:
-> Google site map
-> Search engine friendly
-> Auto generated site map
-> Meta information on categories and products.
11.Customer service:
Apart from the above mentioned features a good Magento developer India also allows one to provide the best customer service by providing features such as:
-> Order status and history
-> Customizable order emails
-> Order tracking made easy from accounts
-> Order history
-> Contact us form and much more.
Magento development India has reached to its peak levels because there are companies that have a team of Magento developer India that helps in creating striking design that helps in building a successful ecommerce store that increases online business.
magento development has taken on a large scale in India. Below listed are a few features that Magento has:
1.Site Management:
-> It can manage multiple stores and sites from one admin panel.
-> Supports multiple currencies
-> Supports localization
-> Upgrades with just one click
-> CMS for informational pages
->Flexible management of tax rates that supports both US and other international markets
2.Marketing promotions and tools
-> SEO friendly URL's
-> URL rewrites
-> Easy to view recently viewed and compared products
-> Upselling in shopping cart
-> Cross selling on product pages
-> Newsletter management
-> Polls
-> Bundled products
-> Discount and other flexible coupons that can be restricted to stores or to certain products and categories.
-> Auto generated site maps
3.Shipping:
-> With one order shipping can be done at multiple places
-> Tracking orders online
-> Flat shipping rates per order and per item
-> Rates as per weight of the product and destination
4.Catalog management :
-> Inventory management
-> Batch updates of products
-> Virtual products
-> Configurable as per color, size and brand.
-> Tax rates per location
-> Rewrites search results
-> Google base integration
-> RSS feed for low inventory alerts
5.Customer accounts:
-> Maintaining order status and history
-> Re-orders from account
-> Reviews of products submitted
-> Products tags submitted
-> Address book with unlimited addresses
-> Default billing
-> Default shipping addresses
-> Has newsletter subscription management
-> Order status
-> Order history
-> Ability to add comments
6.Product browsing:
-> Can view multiple products
-> Product reviews
-> Stock availability
-> Option for product selection
-> Has zoom in capability when it comes to product image
-> Upselling multi tier products
7.Payment:
-> Accepts checks
-> Accepts money orders
-> Accepts purchase orders
-> Integrated with Google checkout
-> Credit card method for offline payments
8.Offers payment extensions to:
-> Dibs payment
-> VCS
-> Safer
-> eWAY
-> Protx
-> Cybersource
-> Cash on delivery
-> Fontis secure pay
-> Ogone payment
-> Saferpay
-> Paybox
-> Servired
-> Bank Prepayment
-> VCS
-> Fontis paymate
-> Fontis SecurePay
-> Fontis Paymate Express
-> Fontis New Zealand
9.International support
-> Multi-lingual
-> Site registration
-> Supports multiple currencies
-> Has ability to specify each payment method
10. SEO friendly:
-> Google site map
-> Search engine friendly
-> Auto generated site map
-> Meta information on categories and products.
11.Customer service:
Apart from the above mentioned features a good Magento developer India also allows one to provide the best customer service by providing features such as:
-> Order status and history
-> Customizable order emails
-> Order tracking made easy from accounts
-> Order history
-> Contact us form and much more.
Magento development India has reached to its peak levels because there are companies that have a team of Magento developer India that helps in creating striking design that helps in building a successful ecommerce store that increases online business.
Monday, June 18, 2012
How to Plan a Solo Vacation
Who says you need good company to go on a great vacation? You can actually enjoy an unforgettable vacation all by yourself, as long as you plan ahead and select an appropriate destination. If you want to get away from it all and take some down time on your own, the following tips will ensure you set it up quickly and get out of town with the best laid plans in place.
Location Is Everything
Just like in real estate, location is everything in travel. When traveling alone, it is even more important because you want to have fun and relax, but you also need to be safe throughout your trip. The best location for your solo vacation will offer all of this.
For example, you might not want to go to the most popular Florida beach during spring break, since it would naturally be overrun with drunk youngsters and a lot of criminals. You would do much better to rent villa in Bali and relax on the quiet cliffs above the crashing ocean waves. With a Bali luxury accommodation you will be safer than most other places in the world, you will have the most beautiful natural surroundings for complete relaxation, and you will have many options for adventure and excitement.
Packing Light
It is important not to load down a lot of bags when traveling alone. If you cannot get into the airport to catch your flight without help, then you will struggle to collect your bags and get back out of the airport at your destination. It is best to pack light so you can easily handle your baggage. This ensures you do not leave baggage in the airport on accident. You will also be less vulnerable to criminals, since they look for solo travelers who are too busy juggling a lot of luggage to pay full attention to their surroundings.
Live Your Dreams
Is there something you have always wanted to do, but could never find anyone else willing to do with you? Do you have dreams of surfing or waterskiing? Your solo vacation is your time to do the things you have never been able to try in the past. It is just you on this vacation, so you can do whatever you want without concern for anyone else.
Choose your solo vacation destination based on what you want to do on vacation. For example you may choose to rent villa in Bali if your dream is to hike and participate in water sports. There are many villas located near hot surfing spots and there are beautiful places to hike throughout Bali. Try to book your reservations for these activities in advance so there is no getting scared and brushing it off once you are there.
All-Expense Travel Deals
When traveling alone it is much easier to find comprehensive travel deals that provide all needed elements of your trip for one convenient rate. You only need one airplane seat, one Bali luxury accommodation, and one meal plan for the trip. It is quite affordable to travel on your own!
Location Is Everything
Just like in real estate, location is everything in travel. When traveling alone, it is even more important because you want to have fun and relax, but you also need to be safe throughout your trip. The best location for your solo vacation will offer all of this.
For example, you might not want to go to the most popular Florida beach during spring break, since it would naturally be overrun with drunk youngsters and a lot of criminals. You would do much better to rent villa in Bali and relax on the quiet cliffs above the crashing ocean waves. With a Bali luxury accommodation you will be safer than most other places in the world, you will have the most beautiful natural surroundings for complete relaxation, and you will have many options for adventure and excitement.
Packing Light
It is important not to load down a lot of bags when traveling alone. If you cannot get into the airport to catch your flight without help, then you will struggle to collect your bags and get back out of the airport at your destination. It is best to pack light so you can easily handle your baggage. This ensures you do not leave baggage in the airport on accident. You will also be less vulnerable to criminals, since they look for solo travelers who are too busy juggling a lot of luggage to pay full attention to their surroundings.
Live Your Dreams
Is there something you have always wanted to do, but could never find anyone else willing to do with you? Do you have dreams of surfing or waterskiing? Your solo vacation is your time to do the things you have never been able to try in the past. It is just you on this vacation, so you can do whatever you want without concern for anyone else.
Choose your solo vacation destination based on what you want to do on vacation. For example you may choose to rent villa in Bali if your dream is to hike and participate in water sports. There are many villas located near hot surfing spots and there are beautiful places to hike throughout Bali. Try to book your reservations for these activities in advance so there is no getting scared and brushing it off once you are there.
All-Expense Travel Deals
When traveling alone it is much easier to find comprehensive travel deals that provide all needed elements of your trip for one convenient rate. You only need one airplane seat, one Bali luxury accommodation, and one meal plan for the trip. It is quite affordable to travel on your own!
Sunday, June 17, 2012
2011 Toyota Sienna's Recalled Over Brake Light Problems
Toyota has fought the recall bug quite a bit in the past year, and it appears a new problem has come to light. The high-profile automaker is recalling approximately 94,000 2011 Toyota Sienna's because of a potentially severe issue involving the brake light switch bracket near the parking brake pedal. All of the vehicles incorporated in this Sienna recall were produced before November of this year. Toyota has had enough recalls to require them to take out an enormous payday loan to fix the problems.
Toyota stomps on the Sienna recall
Because of the position of the brake light switch bracket to the parking brake pedal, the Sienna recall had to take place, states Toyota. The brake switch light may malfunction and bend when the parking brake comes into physical contact with it when fully deployed. Toyota described that the brakes could become engaged due to the warped bracket if the damage is sufficient as the brake lights sometimes stay on even if the brakes are not going. Then brake drag can occur, which can eventually impair overall braking performance.
At this time, Toyota has stated that the business isn't aware of any accidents or injuries that have resulted from the brake light switch bracket problem, although the potential for impaired braking could effortlessly cause such trouble, given time.
Getting in contact with 2011 Toyota Sienna users
Any Toyota Sienna drivers will get first class postal mail sent to them as notification. The middle of January, 2011, is when Toyota plans to start sending this mail. Instructions for how Sienna drivers ought to proceed can be included within the letter. The recall section of Toyota's website may also have this information on it.
By late February, Sienna owners facing recall could be contacted again via first-class mail with data concerning replacement parts for the brake light switching bracket. Also, Sienna owners can be expected to go to the nearest Toyota dealer for an installation appointment. Users won't be charged for the service done to their car. Thinking about the parking brake position, a new switching bracket could be installed.
Toyota taking questions
For those who have any kind of questions about the Sienna recall and are a 2011 Toyota Sienna owners, then visit www.Toyota.com/recall or call the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 800-331-4331.
Articles cited
PR Newswire
prnewswire.com/news-releases/toyota-announces-voluntary-recall-of-certain-2011-sienna-vehicles-to-replace-stop-lamp-switch-bracket-111791049.html
Toyota stomps on the Sienna recall
Because of the position of the brake light switch bracket to the parking brake pedal, the Sienna recall had to take place, states Toyota. The brake switch light may malfunction and bend when the parking brake comes into physical contact with it when fully deployed. Toyota described that the brakes could become engaged due to the warped bracket if the damage is sufficient as the brake lights sometimes stay on even if the brakes are not going. Then brake drag can occur, which can eventually impair overall braking performance.
At this time, Toyota has stated that the business isn't aware of any accidents or injuries that have resulted from the brake light switch bracket problem, although the potential for impaired braking could effortlessly cause such trouble, given time.
Getting in contact with 2011 Toyota Sienna users
Any Toyota Sienna drivers will get first class postal mail sent to them as notification. The middle of January, 2011, is when Toyota plans to start sending this mail. Instructions for how Sienna drivers ought to proceed can be included within the letter. The recall section of Toyota's website may also have this information on it.
By late February, Sienna owners facing recall could be contacted again via first-class mail with data concerning replacement parts for the brake light switching bracket. Also, Sienna owners can be expected to go to the nearest Toyota dealer for an installation appointment. Users won't be charged for the service done to their car. Thinking about the parking brake position, a new switching bracket could be installed.
Toyota taking questions
For those who have any kind of questions about the Sienna recall and are a 2011 Toyota Sienna owners, then visit www.Toyota.com/recall or call the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 800-331-4331.
Articles cited
PR Newswire
prnewswire.com/news-releases/toyota-announces-voluntary-recall-of-certain-2011-sienna-vehicles-to-replace-stop-lamp-switch-bracket-111791049.html
4 Things To Consider Before Selling Your Home
When beginning the process of selling your home normal questions like how to get the best price for my property and whether or not to use a real estate agent immediately come to mind for most sellers. Whether you're a first time home seller or a seasoned home selling veteran the process of selling a home will inevitably be challenging and complex. The best plan for any home seller is to prepare a home selling strategy before putting a home on the market. In this article you will be a given a home sale strategy that will help get you moving in the right direction.
* Why Sell Your Home? - Before selling your home, it is essential to know and understand why you've decided to sell. Homeowners choose to sell their homes for many different reasons. Common reasons are because they've outgrown the home, they've changed jobs, or something as simple as they need a change of scenery. No matter what the reason may be, a home-seller should always be aware of what their motivation is to sell their home. Understanding the motives to sell will make difficult parts of the real estate transaction more tolerable.
* What's The Home's Value? The first thing every home seller wants to know is how much their home is worth. Knowing the value of your house is usually the most important factor in the decision of whether or not to sell a home. The two most reliable ways to determine a property's value are 1) opinions from real estate agents and 2) appraisals. A real estate agent can usually tell you what the home will sell for and the appraisal can give you an idea of how much the property will appraise for when the new buyers attempt to obtain a mortgage. Sellers are always shocked and upset when their house appraises below the asking price or agreed upon sale price because the end result is usually a price reduction by the seller. The best way to avoid future disappointment is researching value before listing.
* What To Do Before Listing? - To avoid issues with the sale of the home the best course of action is a pre-listing inspection. Home inspections will give the home seller an idea of which items or systems in the house need repairs and allow the opportunity to make the repairs before the home is listed for sale. Pre-listing inspections allow the seller to avoid difficult buyer inspection negotiations and will make the overall transaction smooth.
* Choose A Local Real Estate Agent To Represent You - When a home seller finally decides to sell their home the absolute best decision is to use a local real estate agent to list the property and assist with the subsequent negotiation and sale. Local real estate agents have an intimate knowledge of the local market and how to best market and advertise properties to the local community. Good real estate agents will show home owners comparable sales, pending sales, and active competition. Once an offer is received the real estate agent will evaluate and present the purchase offer, advise on how to negotiate, and oversee the transaction from contract to close. Find an agent you trust and let them do their job!
* Why Sell Your Home? - Before selling your home, it is essential to know and understand why you've decided to sell. Homeowners choose to sell their homes for many different reasons. Common reasons are because they've outgrown the home, they've changed jobs, or something as simple as they need a change of scenery. No matter what the reason may be, a home-seller should always be aware of what their motivation is to sell their home. Understanding the motives to sell will make difficult parts of the real estate transaction more tolerable.
* What's The Home's Value? The first thing every home seller wants to know is how much their home is worth. Knowing the value of your house is usually the most important factor in the decision of whether or not to sell a home. The two most reliable ways to determine a property's value are 1) opinions from real estate agents and 2) appraisals. A real estate agent can usually tell you what the home will sell for and the appraisal can give you an idea of how much the property will appraise for when the new buyers attempt to obtain a mortgage. Sellers are always shocked and upset when their house appraises below the asking price or agreed upon sale price because the end result is usually a price reduction by the seller. The best way to avoid future disappointment is researching value before listing.
* What To Do Before Listing? - To avoid issues with the sale of the home the best course of action is a pre-listing inspection. Home inspections will give the home seller an idea of which items or systems in the house need repairs and allow the opportunity to make the repairs before the home is listed for sale. Pre-listing inspections allow the seller to avoid difficult buyer inspection negotiations and will make the overall transaction smooth.
* Choose A Local Real Estate Agent To Represent You - When a home seller finally decides to sell their home the absolute best decision is to use a local real estate agent to list the property and assist with the subsequent negotiation and sale. Local real estate agents have an intimate knowledge of the local market and how to best market and advertise properties to the local community. Good real estate agents will show home owners comparable sales, pending sales, and active competition. Once an offer is received the real estate agent will evaluate and present the purchase offer, advise on how to negotiate, and oversee the transaction from contract to close. Find an agent you trust and let them do their job!
125% Home Equity Loans Explained
The high competitive loan market has created 125% home equity loans to provide inexpensive funding to those who have already reached the 100% limit of their property value. With this exceeding amount you'll be able to obtain the money you need for any purpose with lower interest rates and more advantageous terms than with unsecured loans.
It is not easy however to understand how an inexistent amount of equity can secure a loan. Given that a property has a limited value, the amount of money borrowed that exceeds this amount might seem unsecured. However, it is actually secured with the same property only that there is a higher risk for that exceeding amount.
Property Value And Equity
A real estate property is an asset in whole, the market value is unique and with some exceptions, it cannot be divided. Thus, legally speaking what secures a certain amount is an ideal or virtual part of the asset. This implies that with home equity loans that exceed the market price of the asset, the risk for the lender of loosing money is greater.
When you obtain a 125% home equity loan, the mortgage loan is fully protected. The remaining equity guarantees the home equity loan. For a 0,000 property with a ,000 mortgage balance, you can obtain up to ,000 with 125% home equity loans, but the property can only guarantee up to ,000.
It's Just A Matter of Risk
The lender counts on the fact that properties tend to increase their value and that as soon as the mortgage and home equity loan's balances are reduced enough, the property will be able to guarantee the whole remaining balances and no exceeding amount will linger unprotected by the collateral. Thus, the lender is only risking a smaller amount for a short period of time.
Nevertheless, the greater risk exists and thus, the lender will compensate that fact with higher interest rates and shorter repayment programs so as to obtain higher monthly payments and reduce the debt faster. Also, in order to get approved for these loans, you'll need to meet harsher credit and income requirements.
How And Where To Get Them
Though these loans are becoming increasingly popular, you just can't find them anywhere and only specialized lenders are offering them widely. However, it is possible to find different lenders and compare what they have to offer by searching the internet for 125% home equity loans. Once you've entered your search in your favorite search engine, you'll be presented with many results.
Make sure to check everything thoroughly and contact the lenders informally prior to applying. Remember that given the higher risk that these loans represent you might be asked to meet harsher credit requirements than with regular home equity loans. And thus, you need to make sure you qualify before applying so as to avoid declines that might affect your credit negatively making it even more difficult to obtain financing in the near future. By requesting loan quotes you might be authorizing the lender to run credit checks, so be extra careful and ask the lender before applying.
It is not easy however to understand how an inexistent amount of equity can secure a loan. Given that a property has a limited value, the amount of money borrowed that exceeds this amount might seem unsecured. However, it is actually secured with the same property only that there is a higher risk for that exceeding amount.
Property Value And Equity
A real estate property is an asset in whole, the market value is unique and with some exceptions, it cannot be divided. Thus, legally speaking what secures a certain amount is an ideal or virtual part of the asset. This implies that with home equity loans that exceed the market price of the asset, the risk for the lender of loosing money is greater.
When you obtain a 125% home equity loan, the mortgage loan is fully protected. The remaining equity guarantees the home equity loan. For a 0,000 property with a ,000 mortgage balance, you can obtain up to ,000 with 125% home equity loans, but the property can only guarantee up to ,000.
It's Just A Matter of Risk
The lender counts on the fact that properties tend to increase their value and that as soon as the mortgage and home equity loan's balances are reduced enough, the property will be able to guarantee the whole remaining balances and no exceeding amount will linger unprotected by the collateral. Thus, the lender is only risking a smaller amount for a short period of time.
Nevertheless, the greater risk exists and thus, the lender will compensate that fact with higher interest rates and shorter repayment programs so as to obtain higher monthly payments and reduce the debt faster. Also, in order to get approved for these loans, you'll need to meet harsher credit and income requirements.
How And Where To Get Them
Though these loans are becoming increasingly popular, you just can't find them anywhere and only specialized lenders are offering them widely. However, it is possible to find different lenders and compare what they have to offer by searching the internet for 125% home equity loans. Once you've entered your search in your favorite search engine, you'll be presented with many results.
Make sure to check everything thoroughly and contact the lenders informally prior to applying. Remember that given the higher risk that these loans represent you might be asked to meet harsher credit requirements than with regular home equity loans. And thus, you need to make sure you qualify before applying so as to avoid declines that might affect your credit negatively making it even more difficult to obtain financing in the near future. By requesting loan quotes you might be authorizing the lender to run credit checks, so be extra careful and ask the lender before applying.
Saturday, June 16, 2012
How to Win Big in Real Estate
There's only so much money a person can make in life, in general. More often than not, the average person makes a certain salary and has to live on it. Such people have to find ways to make their money work for them. When we to do so is to learn how to win big in real estate. There's only one thing that we can't make more of, and that land. So, the more land one owns, the more valuable he or she is.
Of course, in addition to land, there are also buildings and structures that one can invest in which could be much more beneficial because there is always the opportunity to rent out these buildings to others. This is a smart way to make money because others can be paying your mortgage which means little or no money out of your own pocket.
Not everyone has the initial deposit to invest in a commercial property or a rental property that will earn them a pretty income at some point in time. However, that shouldn't stop them because there are ways around this. For one thing, if a home is already owned, a second mortgage can be taken out, either through a conventional mortgage lender or someone who is an investor and wants to make some more money.
On the other hand, the potential investor can group a bunch of people together to come up with all the necessary funding to purchase such buildings and income earning property. This is certainly lighten the load and simplifies the matter greatly, especially in times where lending is not as easily come by.
In order to find the right properties, it's always best to associate yourself with a good real estate agent. Not all realtors are created equal, and some have much more experience than others, while some are more ethical than others. Those with experience can deliver the appropriate properties for sale to interested buyers that provide all their needs with regards to income earning potential, location, and so on.
When investing in property, everything needs to be analyzed beforehand because, while it can be a safe investment, it can also backfire on those that don't know the ins and outs about it. For starters, one needs to be extremely comfortable with the mortgage payments so that they can be prepared for some rainy days that may come.
For example, an apartment building where there are many vacancies or tenants not making their rental payments could cause big problems for any landlord, to the point of bankruptcy. This isn't something that happens to others, it can happen to you as well. Often, it's not because people don't want to make their rent, they just run into hard times.
Aside from these issues, a potential landlord can find great deals in great locations and turn a profit almost instantly. This can happen through residential or commercial property that may be renovated, rented and quickly flipped. The potential in real estate, when done right, can be incredible.
Of course, in addition to land, there are also buildings and structures that one can invest in which could be much more beneficial because there is always the opportunity to rent out these buildings to others. This is a smart way to make money because others can be paying your mortgage which means little or no money out of your own pocket.
Not everyone has the initial deposit to invest in a commercial property or a rental property that will earn them a pretty income at some point in time. However, that shouldn't stop them because there are ways around this. For one thing, if a home is already owned, a second mortgage can be taken out, either through a conventional mortgage lender or someone who is an investor and wants to make some more money.
On the other hand, the potential investor can group a bunch of people together to come up with all the necessary funding to purchase such buildings and income earning property. This is certainly lighten the load and simplifies the matter greatly, especially in times where lending is not as easily come by.
In order to find the right properties, it's always best to associate yourself with a good real estate agent. Not all realtors are created equal, and some have much more experience than others, while some are more ethical than others. Those with experience can deliver the appropriate properties for sale to interested buyers that provide all their needs with regards to income earning potential, location, and so on.
When investing in property, everything needs to be analyzed beforehand because, while it can be a safe investment, it can also backfire on those that don't know the ins and outs about it. For starters, one needs to be extremely comfortable with the mortgage payments so that they can be prepared for some rainy days that may come.
For example, an apartment building where there are many vacancies or tenants not making their rental payments could cause big problems for any landlord, to the point of bankruptcy. This isn't something that happens to others, it can happen to you as well. Often, it's not because people don't want to make their rent, they just run into hard times.
Aside from these issues, a potential landlord can find great deals in great locations and turn a profit almost instantly. This can happen through residential or commercial property that may be renovated, rented and quickly flipped. The potential in real estate, when done right, can be incredible.
Friday, June 15, 2012
How To Improve The Us Economy - A Political Perspective
The United States has been in a recession since December, 2007, as defined by the National Bureau of Economic Research, a private, nonprofit research organization. But the American people, and the Obama administration along with the democrat majority congress, seem to be at odds on how to fix the American economy.
A robust economy means companies expand which results in job creation. Currently, the American people are not spending because many are not working, and those who are working are spending less, most likely due to the possibility of losing their job. Current unemployment rate stands at 9.6% as of August, 2009. A decrease in spending by the American people results in a decrease in company profits, company non expansion, and more layoffs.
Reporting on a survey by Watson Wyatt, a consulting firm, the HRSpecialist.com reported in November of 2008 that one-fourth of U.S. employers plan to have staff reductions during the following calendar year. We are now seeing this come to fruition for 2009.
So how can the US economy improve? Improvement being defined as two consecutive quarters where we do not have negative growth in the GDP (gross domestic product). The following is what we call the Steps to Economic Improvement. These are steps for consideration which hopefully result in a healthy bipartisan discussion between our elected congressman and their constituency. These steps may result in non-recessionary growth of our economy.
You may or may not agree with these steps, but at a bare minimum, these are points to consider, and ideally result in a healthy discussion with our elected congressmen, which at last check, is one of the unchanged notions of a free democratic society.
Steps to Economic Improvement:
1) The first step is to realize that it is business and not government that creates jobs and wealth within the American society. This is where we believe is the heart of the problem. It is evident that the Obama administration believes it is government that will lead Americans to economic prosperity. This is why the federal government has put forth a 0 billion stimulus package. So where is this money really going. Let's take a look at the breakdown. (source Republican Senate office, CNN.com AC360)
0 Billion Stimulus Package:
MORE THAN BILLION IN TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENTS
BILLION FOR HIGHWAY, ROAD AND BRIDGE INVESTMENTS
.4 BILLION FOR PUBLIC TRANSIT INVESTMENT
BILLION FOR HIGH SPEED RAIL
.3 BILLION FOR FAA AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT
0 MILLION FOR AMTRAK
0 MILLION FOR GRANTS TO STATES FOR INVESTMENT IN HIGH SPEED AND INNER CITY PASSENGER RAIL
0 MILLION TO MARITIME ADMINISTRATION FOR ASSISTANCE TO SMALL SHIPYARDS
.8 BILLION IN EDUCATION INVESTMENTS
BILLION FOR STATE FISCAL RELIEF TARGETED DIRECTLY FOR EDUCATION
.9 BILLION FOR PELL GRANTS
.5 BILLION FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION FUNDING
.4 BILLION FOR TITLE I
.4 BILLION FOR WATER AND SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE
BILLION FOR JOB TRAINING
.25 BILLION FOR WORKFORCE INVESTMENT PROGRAMS
0 MILLION FOR JOB CORPS
BILLION IN TEMPORARY AND TARGETED MEDICAID RELIEF TO STATES
BILLION FOR SUPPLEMENTAL GRANTS TO PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITIES FOR CAPITAL NEEDS
.7 BILLION FOR STATE AND LOCAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY BLOCK GRANTS
.4 BILLION FOR SMART GRID
.9 BILLION FOR WEATHERIZATION PROGRAMS
BILLION FOR ADVANCED BATTERY MANUFACTURING
BILLION FOR LOAN GUARANTEES FOR STANDARD RENEWABLES
0 MILLION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF PORTS OF ENTRY
0 MILLION FOR FIREFIGHTERS ASSISTANCE GRANTS
.2 BILLION FOR NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION
As part of the 2010 budget proposal, the Obama administration has also proposed additional measures to attempt to stabilize the economy, including a trillion measure aimed at stabilizing the financial system and freeing up credit. In a nutshell, auditors from the Congressional Budget Office have said that Obama's budget would produce .3 trillion in deficits over the next decade.
This is a large chunk of change that needs to be provided by the American taxpayer! But the question is, will all of this spending help the long term growth of the US economy? Growth being during the period of not just the next few years, but rather 10 to 15 years. We believe it will not and here is why.
2) These programs burden the tax payer. History has shown that long sustained economic growth can not take place when the tax payer is over burdened by a federal deficit. Also, when the government spends money they do not have, they print more money, which results in a devaluation of the US dollar. This results in inflation.
3) Small businesses employ just over half of U.S. workers. How do you define a small business. The Office of Advocacy defines a small business for research purposes as an independent business having fewer than 500 employees. In examining the 0 billion stimulus package, you can see that there is no real help for small business. Remember, job creation is needed for economic recovery.
4) The socializing of America will not result in long term economic growth. The massive spending that the Obama administration has proposed will result in an even greater tax burden to the American people.
Most Americans believe in the frame work and meaning of The Constitution of the United States. The first words of the Constitution "We the People" make it clear that our government was established to serve the people. The essence of a democracy was eloquently stated by President Lincoln in his Gettysburg Address "that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth." This simply means that our elected president and congress have a responsibility to listen to the American people.
And it can be said that most Americans do not want a socialistic society for the United States. Government needs to stop spending the American tax dollar, simply because an escalating government deficit will not result in an overall improvement in our economy.
5) Programs such as Cash for Clunkers, auto industry bailouts, and the like, only in the end increase the tax burden on the American people. These massively expensive programs do very little to improve the viability and strength of most small business. Based on 2008 figures, there are 155 million workers in the United States. The car industry accounts for about 13 million of these workers. Therefore, most Americans will not benefit from the bailout of the auto industry. There is only a marginal at best improvement in the economy from such programs.
6) We do applaud the Obama administration for the injection of capital into the financial institutions, because for small business to flourish, there needs to be capital available, and commercial banks and other depository institutions are the largest lenders of capital to small business.
7) The economy will do much better when companies are left to compete in the market place with minimal government involvement. A case in point, the Reagan administration had a policy of less government during the 1980s. This resulted in long term economic growth. This is the exact opposite of what the Obama administration is trying to do.
The Obama administration was given a bad economy when Barack Obama took office. But the Obama administration has taken a bad situation and made it much worse. Many economists believe that our economy would return anyway, with minimal government involvement. In terms of the economy, the government many times creates or prolongs problems and really does not solve them. A case in point, the deregulation of the banking industry which resulted in sub-prime lending. This created an eventual financial collapse, which resulted in the down turn in our economy and our current economic meltdown.
To conclude, the concept of minimal government is an important component for a strong American economy. Letting companies naturally compete within a free democratic society, with minimal government involvement, produces a robust economy, which benefits all Americans. The writers of the Constitution of the United Sates, our founding fathers, believed that the role of government in the lives of people should be minimal. Should we not adhere to the principles of our Constitution?
By letting your voice be heard, it is the American people who in the end control the destiny of the United States. And in the end, it is the American people who will control the destiny of the American economy. Go to your congressman's website and contact them, discuss these points, express your opinion, and let them know how you feel. It is your right and duty as an American citizen.
A robust economy means companies expand which results in job creation. Currently, the American people are not spending because many are not working, and those who are working are spending less, most likely due to the possibility of losing their job. Current unemployment rate stands at 9.6% as of August, 2009. A decrease in spending by the American people results in a decrease in company profits, company non expansion, and more layoffs.
Reporting on a survey by Watson Wyatt, a consulting firm, the HRSpecialist.com reported in November of 2008 that one-fourth of U.S. employers plan to have staff reductions during the following calendar year. We are now seeing this come to fruition for 2009.
So how can the US economy improve? Improvement being defined as two consecutive quarters where we do not have negative growth in the GDP (gross domestic product). The following is what we call the Steps to Economic Improvement. These are steps for consideration which hopefully result in a healthy bipartisan discussion between our elected congressman and their constituency. These steps may result in non-recessionary growth of our economy.
You may or may not agree with these steps, but at a bare minimum, these are points to consider, and ideally result in a healthy discussion with our elected congressmen, which at last check, is one of the unchanged notions of a free democratic society.
Steps to Economic Improvement:
1) The first step is to realize that it is business and not government that creates jobs and wealth within the American society. This is where we believe is the heart of the problem. It is evident that the Obama administration believes it is government that will lead Americans to economic prosperity. This is why the federal government has put forth a 0 billion stimulus package. So where is this money really going. Let's take a look at the breakdown. (source Republican Senate office, CNN.com AC360)
0 Billion Stimulus Package:
MORE THAN BILLION IN TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENTS
BILLION FOR HIGHWAY, ROAD AND BRIDGE INVESTMENTS
.4 BILLION FOR PUBLIC TRANSIT INVESTMENT
BILLION FOR HIGH SPEED RAIL
.3 BILLION FOR FAA AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT
0 MILLION FOR AMTRAK
0 MILLION FOR GRANTS TO STATES FOR INVESTMENT IN HIGH SPEED AND INNER CITY PASSENGER RAIL
0 MILLION TO MARITIME ADMINISTRATION FOR ASSISTANCE TO SMALL SHIPYARDS
.8 BILLION IN EDUCATION INVESTMENTS
BILLION FOR STATE FISCAL RELIEF TARGETED DIRECTLY FOR EDUCATION
.9 BILLION FOR PELL GRANTS
.5 BILLION FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION FUNDING
.4 BILLION FOR TITLE I
.4 BILLION FOR WATER AND SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE
BILLION FOR JOB TRAINING
.25 BILLION FOR WORKFORCE INVESTMENT PROGRAMS
0 MILLION FOR JOB CORPS
BILLION IN TEMPORARY AND TARGETED MEDICAID RELIEF TO STATES
BILLION FOR SUPPLEMENTAL GRANTS TO PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITIES FOR CAPITAL NEEDS
.7 BILLION FOR STATE AND LOCAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY BLOCK GRANTS
.4 BILLION FOR SMART GRID
.9 BILLION FOR WEATHERIZATION PROGRAMS
BILLION FOR ADVANCED BATTERY MANUFACTURING
BILLION FOR LOAN GUARANTEES FOR STANDARD RENEWABLES
0 MILLION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF PORTS OF ENTRY
0 MILLION FOR FIREFIGHTERS ASSISTANCE GRANTS
.2 BILLION FOR NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION
As part of the 2010 budget proposal, the Obama administration has also proposed additional measures to attempt to stabilize the economy, including a trillion measure aimed at stabilizing the financial system and freeing up credit. In a nutshell, auditors from the Congressional Budget Office have said that Obama's budget would produce .3 trillion in deficits over the next decade.
This is a large chunk of change that needs to be provided by the American taxpayer! But the question is, will all of this spending help the long term growth of the US economy? Growth being during the period of not just the next few years, but rather 10 to 15 years. We believe it will not and here is why.
2) These programs burden the tax payer. History has shown that long sustained economic growth can not take place when the tax payer is over burdened by a federal deficit. Also, when the government spends money they do not have, they print more money, which results in a devaluation of the US dollar. This results in inflation.
3) Small businesses employ just over half of U.S. workers. How do you define a small business. The Office of Advocacy defines a small business for research purposes as an independent business having fewer than 500 employees. In examining the 0 billion stimulus package, you can see that there is no real help for small business. Remember, job creation is needed for economic recovery.
4) The socializing of America will not result in long term economic growth. The massive spending that the Obama administration has proposed will result in an even greater tax burden to the American people.
Most Americans believe in the frame work and meaning of The Constitution of the United States. The first words of the Constitution "We the People" make it clear that our government was established to serve the people. The essence of a democracy was eloquently stated by President Lincoln in his Gettysburg Address "that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth." This simply means that our elected president and congress have a responsibility to listen to the American people.
And it can be said that most Americans do not want a socialistic society for the United States. Government needs to stop spending the American tax dollar, simply because an escalating government deficit will not result in an overall improvement in our economy.
5) Programs such as Cash for Clunkers, auto industry bailouts, and the like, only in the end increase the tax burden on the American people. These massively expensive programs do very little to improve the viability and strength of most small business. Based on 2008 figures, there are 155 million workers in the United States. The car industry accounts for about 13 million of these workers. Therefore, most Americans will not benefit from the bailout of the auto industry. There is only a marginal at best improvement in the economy from such programs.
6) We do applaud the Obama administration for the injection of capital into the financial institutions, because for small business to flourish, there needs to be capital available, and commercial banks and other depository institutions are the largest lenders of capital to small business.
7) The economy will do much better when companies are left to compete in the market place with minimal government involvement. A case in point, the Reagan administration had a policy of less government during the 1980s. This resulted in long term economic growth. This is the exact opposite of what the Obama administration is trying to do.
The Obama administration was given a bad economy when Barack Obama took office. But the Obama administration has taken a bad situation and made it much worse. Many economists believe that our economy would return anyway, with minimal government involvement. In terms of the economy, the government many times creates or prolongs problems and really does not solve them. A case in point, the deregulation of the banking industry which resulted in sub-prime lending. This created an eventual financial collapse, which resulted in the down turn in our economy and our current economic meltdown.
To conclude, the concept of minimal government is an important component for a strong American economy. Letting companies naturally compete within a free democratic society, with minimal government involvement, produces a robust economy, which benefits all Americans. The writers of the Constitution of the United Sates, our founding fathers, believed that the role of government in the lives of people should be minimal. Should we not adhere to the principles of our Constitution?
By letting your voice be heard, it is the American people who in the end control the destiny of the United States. And in the end, it is the American people who will control the destiny of the American economy. Go to your congressman's website and contact them, discuss these points, express your opinion, and let them know how you feel. It is your right and duty as an American citizen.
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Horse Sex and Other Outrageous Stories Become Online Megastars.
Seattle Times staff columnist Danny Westneat wrote an article last year about a man that died from anal sex with a horse. This story was so outlandish that it became the all time most read article in the history of the Seattle Times. According to Danny Westneat 4 of the top 20 articles were also on this same horse sex incident, "So much so, a case can be made that the articles on horse sex are the most widely read material this paper has published in its 109-year history. " Anywhere you look on the internet outrageous and sickening stories always make up the most read, emailed and downloaded articles.
Society has, as a whole, taken a very marked interest in what's different, weird, sickening, etc... There are whole blogs, forums and more dedicated to this. Millions of people are logging on and reading this somewhat questionable content. Web publishers and advertisers are catching on and using pay per click and other avenues of advertising to target keywords for popular stories like horse sex and such. According to Danny, "It's not just the horse sex. The rest of the top 20 people's-choice list is eye-opening, as well." It is well known that advertisers want marked results and news stories and websites are now being tracked for what is popular and what isn't. Websites and blogs have become virtually marketable real estate just like actual land. With one exception, instead of location, location, location its content, content, content.
Its out with the norm and in with the outlandish. This is why O.J. Simpsons famous chase had much more publicity and staying power than any presidents state of the union address. This horse sex and similar has probably by now been featured on Jerry Springer and maybe it will be on Oprah if she needs a ratings boost someday.
This obsession is not new. One only has to look in the recent past - Ed Gein whom the Texas Chainsaw Massacre was loosly based on. Charles Cullen, the male nurse whom killed 35 - 40 hospital patients in his care with deadly, unprescribed medicines. Or the sick Henry Lee Lucas, having killed more than 300 men, women and children. All of these sensational and horrible stories of evil and outrage have commanded more attention than all the wars in history. This is why shows like MTV's Jackass become huge hits and Johnie Knoxville a star big enough to play one of the Duke brothers and rumored to have been intimate with Jessica Simpson.
Society is obsessed or addicted to anything out of the norm. The more outrageous the better the ratings. Biblically speaking it sounds like we are following in the footsteps of Sodom and Gomorrah. Do you remember this story? Each of these cities had become so enthralled with wickedness that God destroyed them.
"Then the LORD rained down burning sulfur on Sodom and Gomorrah -- from the LORD out of the heavens. Thus he overthrew those cities and the entire plain, including all those living in the cities --and also the vegetation in the land." Genesis 19:24, 25 NIV
You could dismiss this as a biblical fairytale until recently as archeologists have now found the ruined cities of Sodom and Gomorrah. And yes they were covered with ash and sulfur balls. As more and more of the bible is proven true, maybe we need to pay more attention to the recent signs that the end times mentioned in Revelations could happen in our lifetimes. We could become the next Sodom and Gomorrah if we keep lusting for the sick, perverse, deranged, etc...
Society has, as a whole, taken a very marked interest in what's different, weird, sickening, etc... There are whole blogs, forums and more dedicated to this. Millions of people are logging on and reading this somewhat questionable content. Web publishers and advertisers are catching on and using pay per click and other avenues of advertising to target keywords for popular stories like horse sex and such. According to Danny, "It's not just the horse sex. The rest of the top 20 people's-choice list is eye-opening, as well." It is well known that advertisers want marked results and news stories and websites are now being tracked for what is popular and what isn't. Websites and blogs have become virtually marketable real estate just like actual land. With one exception, instead of location, location, location its content, content, content.
Its out with the norm and in with the outlandish. This is why O.J. Simpsons famous chase had much more publicity and staying power than any presidents state of the union address. This horse sex and similar has probably by now been featured on Jerry Springer and maybe it will be on Oprah if she needs a ratings boost someday.
This obsession is not new. One only has to look in the recent past - Ed Gein whom the Texas Chainsaw Massacre was loosly based on. Charles Cullen, the male nurse whom killed 35 - 40 hospital patients in his care with deadly, unprescribed medicines. Or the sick Henry Lee Lucas, having killed more than 300 men, women and children. All of these sensational and horrible stories of evil and outrage have commanded more attention than all the wars in history. This is why shows like MTV's Jackass become huge hits and Johnie Knoxville a star big enough to play one of the Duke brothers and rumored to have been intimate with Jessica Simpson.
Society is obsessed or addicted to anything out of the norm. The more outrageous the better the ratings. Biblically speaking it sounds like we are following in the footsteps of Sodom and Gomorrah. Do you remember this story? Each of these cities had become so enthralled with wickedness that God destroyed them.
"Then the LORD rained down burning sulfur on Sodom and Gomorrah -- from the LORD out of the heavens. Thus he overthrew those cities and the entire plain, including all those living in the cities --and also the vegetation in the land." Genesis 19:24, 25 NIV
You could dismiss this as a biblical fairytale until recently as archeologists have now found the ruined cities of Sodom and Gomorrah. And yes they were covered with ash and sulfur balls. As more and more of the bible is proven true, maybe we need to pay more attention to the recent signs that the end times mentioned in Revelations could happen in our lifetimes. We could become the next Sodom and Gomorrah if we keep lusting for the sick, perverse, deranged, etc...
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