How Do You Get Rid of an Old Computer?... - 02/26/08 12:23 PM
One of my clients was preparing for his move out 2 weeks ago. As we headed toward the close of escrow, he ordered a "dumpster" to be put in front of his home so he could give the 'heave ho' to a lot of stuff...
Among the stuff was an old computer monitor and tower that was too slow and no longer useful. When the trash company came to pick up the dumpster, they neatly placed the monitor and computer at the driveway and took off with the trash. They didn't do that that because they thought he might have mistakenly put … (7 comments)
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U.S. History of Church and State... - 02/26/08 09:06 AM
In Orange County we have several cities with the guts to again allow slogo's like "In God We Trust" around city hall. Remember when that (on all coins and paper money) was never controversial? Now, that and more is controversial, so I thought you might like to see a history of Church and State in the USA...
1791: Congress ratified the "Bill of Rights" respecting an establishment of religion.
1833: Congregational Church in Massachusetts is the last to be disestablished.
1940: In Cantwell v. Connecticut, the Supreme Court ruled for he first time that the free-exercise clause of the First Amendment applies not just to … (3 comments)
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Small Business is the Only Economic Boost... - 02/26/08 08:36 AM
Now I have a new reason to be proud as a 'small business', owning my Independent Brokerage for 14 years. California small businesses continued to add jobs and increase the average paycheck in January according to the largest Internet payroll service, SurePayroll. I'm proud and happy to be a 'Small Business' as an Independent Brokerage, although I also liked working for large Brokers numerous years before going independent.
Now, Orange County is dominated (95%) by small businesses (those with 50 or less employees), which is a sharp contrast to several decades ago when 1 or 2 major employers controlled the majority of … (1 comments)
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Would You Still Fly to Orange County if the Airport Name Changed? - 02/26/08 12:45 AM
Well...the fight is on!
The old John Wayne enthusiasts are in a huff because the County of Orange has proposed that our airport (currently named John Wayne Airport) should have the words Orange County in it, rather than John Wayne.
Hello? This is one of the coolest looking and fastest flowing little airports in the USA! Everyone knows that! And they don't fly here because the name of the airport is the John Wayne Airport, they fly here for business and for vacations, shopping, research and development.
John Wayne was a great Oscar winning actor and he is a legacy in the entertainment industry.
But, come … (3 comments)
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Prosecuters Widen Subprime Probes... - 02/26/08 12:28 AM
Federal criminal prosecutors are stepping it up! The US Attorney's Office and Justice Department are very interested in Wall Street...and it's not to buy stocks!
These offices, with bases in Manhattan have notified the SEC that they want more information about Merrill Lynch. This move comes as the SEC has upgraded its Merrill Lynch probe to a formal investigation.
Probes of those on Wall Street include:
Brooklyn US Attorney's office: criminal investigations of Bear Stearns and UBS.
Manhattan US Attorney's office: requested information on Merrill Lynch
SEC: three dozen probes, including formal probes of Merrill Lynch, UBS, Bear Stearns, Morgan Stanley and Citigroup.
FBI: investigating 14 companies, … (2 comments)
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Begging the Question...Is There an Increase in Panhandlers? - 02/26/08 12:05 AM
Some people say they see some good looking and well dressed young kids 'begging for spare change' outside restaurants and coffee shops, in and around shopping malls and around various towns. These kids don't seem to be poor, homeless or in need of anything other than a want for a cup of java from Starbucks.
This begs the question...sign of the times or sign of the times? In other words, is it the economic climate that has created the surge in beggars or is it just more socially acceptable to beg for spare change?
Do we practice up our responses when asked for … (2 comments)
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Economc Storm Clouds Gather... - 02/25/08 11:51 PM
How does a recession come? Is there any warning? Should we all watch CNBC for a hint?
Well, it didn't take long for this recession to hit. And there wasn't too much banter about it. This recession didn't come with a whimper...it came with a bang! It came swiftly after subtle hints and fears and dialogue on CNBC. It came because Mr. Bernanke is an inflation hawk and ignored signs that we all saw in September and October of 2007.
Well the past several weeks have brought a series of indications that the economy has entered a period of retraction. Wal-mart Stores and … (2 comments)
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That Familiar Cry..."Play Ball" Hits Orange County - 02/25/08 11:33 PM
I've been waiting to hear it..."Play Ball"...that familiar sound announcing the start of a baseball game.
I'm not so sure it will sound exciting for professional baseball this year, with all the controversy surrounding the use of performance enhancing drugs.
But...Little League Baseball is back and as big or bigger that ever! This past weekend, Little League Baseball kicked off it's 2008 season. And this is real fun! Kids across the County of Orange are in gear and playing America's favorite pastime. Beginning from Peanut League 5 year olds to Pony League 12 and 13 year olds...baseball is back for 2008 - … (1 comments)
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How Much Weight Can We Lose in California? - 02/25/08 11:25 PM
Let's imaging that everyone in California decided to go on a diet...We would have to lose 360 million pounds just to get back to where we were 10 years ago. That's right...we're eating and eating in California. In the last decade we've gained 360 million pounds!
Did you know...the leading cause of death after tobacco is obesity? Obesity costs lives and drains California of billions of dollars a year in health care costs, lost productivity and workers' compensation.
We can address this problem where it starts by developing programs to prevent and manage childhood obesity. There now are after school programs with parents … (4 comments)
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Cost of Running a Home...Up in 2007 - 02/25/08 11:13 PM
The Bureau of Labor Statistics released year end data for Southern California that shows the cost of living in a home (housing inflation) rose 5.1% in 2007. Sad to see another cost going up in a deflating economic environment. Believe it or not...this is a good news story because the number is down 6% from 2006. Despite the dip, of the 27 regions tracked, Southern California was 4th highest for inflation (but the weather is great!). The top cities for rising costs to run a home were Honolulu and Miami.
Housing inflation accounts for 46% of the CPI (Consumer Price Index), which … (0 comments)
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Laguna Niguel, California ~ City Information - 02/21/08 06:26 PM
Laguna Niguel incorporated in 1989
14.7 square miles
2007 Population - 66,608
27801 La Paz Rd., 92677
http://www.ci.laguna-niguel.ca.us/
949.362.4300 - City Manager
949.362.4360 - Community Development
949.362.4300 - City Council
949.362.4350 - Parks & Recreation
714.573.6000 - Fire Department
949.362.4343 - Police Department
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Will Auto Dealers have a '30 year Mortgage'? - 02/20/08 12:19 PM
Auto dealers are trying to ride out the worst downturn in automobile sales in the past decade. I'm hoping they don't resort to sub-prime loans!
Seriously, several manufacturers (Toyota and General Motors) have added an 84 month loan to their portfolio of products hoping to lure those who want a great car at an affordable payment. This reflects the lengths that auto dealers will go to so as to avoid the 0 interest or hefty cash rebates that have been used in the recent past to sell cars but really hurt profits.
Expect a slightly higher interest rate on a 7 year auto … (3 comments)
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Saying I Love You...with Silver? - 02/20/08 12:06 PM
Forever, gold has been the standard when expressing love with a gift. Recently at Valentine's Day I wondered what jewelry stores were thinking with prices for gold having hit well over $900 per ounce on the world market...
Does that mean people look at 14 carat rather than 18 carat gold?
Or, can it mean that silver becomes the new way to say 'I love you' when gift giving?
Diamonds anyone?
Reports show that silver mines are booming and old abandoned mines are being re-opened...personally, I think silver jewelry can be very classy and elegant looking when crafted properly. Tiffany has alwaysdone a great job … (2 comments)
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Sanity... While Renting Out Your Second Home! - 02/20/08 11:45 AM
Some people buy a vacation home after repeated visits to an area that they love. They start working the equation of ownership vs. the money they are spending to enjoy time in their 'special area'.
Eventually when all things are considered, the prospect of ownership usually wins out and a second home purchase is made...using a qualified professional Realtor to facilitate the search, negotiation and ultimate transaction. After all, there is an opportunity for tax benefits and future appreciation to enhance the fact that they now own a little piece of that area they love visiting.
So, the decorating begins and items are tastefully … (1 comments)
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Downsizing Can Provide a Fresh Start... - 02/19/08 04:01 PM
Many times I've thought about... that little cottage by the sea when the kids are all grown and gone through college.
Here are some tips for others considering a similar move to a smaller home...
1) Don't take everything with you... This is a great time to sort through your things, donate some items and let go of things you were keeping unnecessarily.
2) Embrace a new decorating style... I like Mediterranean designs and antiques, but in a downsize, maybe it's a minimal look or contemporary. Embrace change.
3) Don't clutter your space... Consider the scale of your rooms and scale furnishings and accessories accordingly. … (4 comments)
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Cities Scramble to Cope with Surge of Vacant Homes... - 02/19/08 03:28 PM
Nationwide the homeowner-vacancy rate, which measures the number of vacant homes for sale, rose to 2.8% in the 4th quarter of 2007. That matches the record (also set earlier in the year 2007) and could be the highest since the Great Depression when an exodus of Americans left the middle of our country for the west coast. The vacancies are at the highest level since the 1930's was confirmed by Mark Zandi, chief economist for Moody's.
Empty homes not only depress property values, they weigh on the collective psyche of communities. It's like when a team gets on a losing streak … (0 comments)
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LAGUNA NIGUEL..."OCEAN RANCH" RECORD SETTING SALE PRICE... - 02/19/08 02:57 PM
Ocean Ranch Home in Laguna Niguel, California Sets RECORD Sales Price
Here is proof that people can appreciate quality and style in any market environment. This Ocean Ranch "Executive Edition" plan 2 is set to close escrow in just a few days. The 14 year old community has become a shining star for those seeking a Guard Gated environment just 1.5 miles from the Dana Point marina and harbor, notable golf courses, tennis clubs, fine private and pubic schools and nearby shopping and entertainment. The closing price will be at $1,475,000 for 3,120 sqft highly upgraded and nestled on … (0 comments)
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Massages...Therapy or Hank Panky? - 02/19/08 02:48 PM
It is estimated that 25% of Americans get massage on a regular basis but only 30% of those people use it as thereapy to help treat injuries or serious medical conditions. This statistic is from the American Massage Thereapy Association.
Now the rest of those massages? I'm not going there...
Researchers have found that massage can complement medical treatments by strengthening the immune system, increasing the range of motion and reducing pain and swelling. This type of touch therapy has also been shown to treat migraines, lower blood pressure and alleviate the severe side effects some cancer patients receive from their treatment.
A … (1 comments)
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Ocean Currents Can Provide Electricity... - 02/19/08 02:22 PM
The world's most sustained ocean current is about 15 minutes off the Florida coast. It is the mighty Gulf Stream, which rushes by at nearly 8.5 billion gallons per second. Yes, I said per second and better than that...it never stops.
This presents a tantalizing new possibility for scientists. It can be a new and plentiful source of clean energy...an interrupted source of clean energy! Watch out oil cartels!
Florida Atlantic University researchers say the current could some day be used to drive thousands of underwater turbines to produce as much energy as perhaps 10 nuclear plants. This could possible supply one-third … (2 comments)
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Perfect for the Investor! - 02/18/08 05:23 PM
This property is being sold with a lease in place thru 11/08. Purchase is subject to existing lease...but lease can help pay your mortgage until you are ready to move in. And the market could swing favorably in your direction during this time as most Marquee condos list and sell far above this price.
Popular floorplan with 2 BR + Den/Office & 2 BA has one of the largest balconies located on the 13th floor. Cherry hardwood floors, granite kitchen with stainless GE appliances and breakfast counter. Generous baths are finished with marble & stone. The Community is 24 hour guard gated inclusive of … (0 comments)
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Caruso Appears on ABC TV Eyewitness News... - 02/16/08 07:59 PM
Thursday evening I had the opportunity to appear on ABC TV Eyewitness News 6:00PM edition. I was asked for my comments in response to a news report relating to recently released statistics showing California Home Sales dropping to a 20 year low...
How could I resist this opportunity to defend Real Estate!
Facts are facts, sales are at a 20 year low. But I wanted to make sure that the public understands that it is the number of sales at a 20 year low...not home values at a 20 year low!
What did I talk about on TV? I said there is never a … (3 comments)
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Bay Area Considering a "Save-The-Planet-Tax"... - 02/16/08 06:57 PM
San Francisco Bay Area air-pollution regulators have proposed an annual fee on thousands of businesses based on how much greenhouse gas they emit. To date, this may be the 1st ever attempt at a tax like this in California or anywhere else.
The AQMD (Air Quality Management District) said that "the public is demanding that we be part of the solution", as reported by a norcal newspaper. And so, the agency might impose a 4.2 cents fee per metric ton of carbon dioxide emissions on oil refineries, power plants, factories, restaurants and other small businesses. As an example of this tax, … (1 comments)
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Newport Jazz Festival...Still time To Enjoy! - 02/16/08 06:43 PM
The three day, four night renowned "Jazz Fest" at Newport Beach is underway at the Marriott Newport Beach (900 Newport Center Dr.) with weekend passes and individual seats for evening shows. This Jazz Festival (now in it's 8th year) has become mainstream... and it is the place to be for hip artists from across the country. Performing Artists include those from England to Australia. Expect a glamorous club setting with a jazz-cuise scene. Weather is beautiful and there will be day time jazz sessions at the pool, as well. Artist autograph signings are available. Get more info at http://www.newportbeachjazzparty.com/
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Oh, My Aching Back! - 02/16/08 01:14 PM
Let me begin by saying that because of being raised in a tough Italian neighborhood by a tough minded family, I was never allowed to let pain make me a whiner....
I'm lucky to have very limited if any back pain and when I do, I just "work thru it" like I was told in high school football and like I was told by my Dad.
But, there are many who suffer from back pain. The rising cost of health care may not be keeping up with the results being sought by back pain sufferers. The total cost of treating back pain has … (1 comments)
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Your Happiest Years....20's, 40's or 60's - 02/16/08 01:02 PM
Can middle age be depressing?
According to data collected from people spanning 72 countries, happiness follows a u-shaped curve. That curve suggests that people in their 20's and people in their 60's are the happiest. Those in between? You guessed it...they are depressed! We all know there are varied levels of depression. So, let's think about this carefully. Those "in between" years we are consumed by our career, forming and caring for our family, perhaps caring for our parents, raising teens, establishing retirement funds, health care considerations, housing costs, cars, boats, other adult toys, dreams not coming to fruition, limited vacation time...and … (0 comments)
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Great Opportunity For Investor's Looking in the OC! - 02/14/08 06:08 PM
INVESTOR ALERT!!! INVESTOR ALERT!!! INVESTOR ALERT!!! INVESTOR ALERT!!!
This property is being sold with a lease in place paid for by Insurance Company. Southern Calif. fire victim is the tenant & their home is currrently being re-built. Purchase is subject to existing lease...but lease can help pay your mortgage until you are ready to move in. And the market could swing favorably in your direction during this time as most Marquee condos list and sell far above this price. Popular floor plan rests high up the Tower on the 13th floor with very large patio balcony. Cherry hardwood floors, and … (1 comments)
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15th Floor Luxury Condo with Sunset View in the OC... - 02/14/08 01:40 PM
Keep this in mind for anyone who has a client wanting to move to sunny California:
You can almost touch the clouds... with this 15th floor unit. Hardwood floors, granite kitchen, marble baths, stainless appliances, fresh vibrant new carpet & paint. Upgraded lighting & cabinetry, designer window coverings, premium parking. Large patio/balcony to sun and/or dine. 24 hr. guard gated community, concierge services, pool/spa, fitness & business centers, billiards & theatre rooms & more! Walk to world class restaurants & bistros, coffee, shops, salons, etc. The ultimate life style & value! Available for lease at $3,300/mo OR seller will fully finance (for … (0 comments)
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Iwo Jima Flag Photo..Last Marine Dies - 02/10/08 11:24 PM
California was home to the last known Marine from that famous photo of the American Flag being raised above Iwo Jima, Mr. Raymond Jacobs. Our brave Sergeant Jacobs has passed away recently. He was honorably dischagred from the Marines in 1946 and was briefly called up again during the Korean conflict.
As a civilian, Mr. Jacobs worked for 34 years as a reporter, anchor and news director at a TV station in Oakland. And he spent his later years working to prove that he was indeed the radio operator photographed looking up at our American Flag being raised by Marines on Mount Suribachi on February … (2 comments)
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Turn Down the Volume!!! - 02/10/08 11:07 PM
Ever notice how the volume blasts UP when a commercial goes on the TV?
It's startling at times, and certainly annoying. Well, most newer TV's in the next year will have a built in circuit that can stabilize audio volume...Say Amen everyone!
Wow, I won't have to hit the mute button? Or yell at the kids to "turn that down, please". And if you are too impatient, or don't see the need for a new TV, there is a $40 Automatic TV Volume Regulator now being sold and it is being advertised for people wanting to limit sound of loud commercials or stations.
That's … (1 comments)
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Lennon's Music Studio on Wheels Makes 270 Visits in USA - 02/10/08 10:59 PM
Well, we are lucky in the OC that the John Lennon Educational Tour Bus made a stop at our renowned Cal State Fullerton campus recently.
For about 8 hours our students had a chance to record and shoot video in this mobile recording studio.
The great thing is that there are 270 stops planned for the bus this year all around the country. Lennon's widow, Yoko Ono, established the program in 1998 to encourage students to play music, write songs, engineer recording sessions and make music videos...all free of charge!
Last month she unveiled the newest bus, complete with it's stock of donated instruments … (2 comments)
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Melanoma...A Clue for a Cure - 02/10/08 10:42 PM
Just about everyone will warn you to wear your sun block lotion when you're outdoors these days. Sun over exposure has been the blame for skin cancer for as long as I can remember (although we defied it as kids - could never get enough sun & fun).
However, research is showing that a missing protein may explain why some skin cells advance to a deadly skin cancer known as melanoma rather than simply developing into harmless moles. Part of our natural defense to combat cancers comes from a protein known as IGFBP7.
The protein can be made in a synthetic form now, … (0 comments)
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Here's Why I Can't Retire Abroad... - 02/07/08 10:38 PM
As I've traveled Europe, I can't tell you how many times I said "I'm gonna retire here"...The ruins of Athens, the hills of Tuscany, the charm of Florence, the passion for life in the south of France, the Greek Isles, the art in Barcelona, Rome, Capri...I love it all.
But recent discoveries have alarmed me as to the charm of living in, or retiring in Europe. It's fun when you visit, even for an extended visit. But what about your bank account getting squeezed by that Euro-Lifestyle? Well, locals expect Americans can pay more, so what you expect to be cheaper really isn't … (8 comments)
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Biggest Television Audience Ever.... - 02/07/08 08:35 PM
Well, the predictions were nearly perfectly correct for this past Super Bowl in viewership, but the all time leader will be disclosed later in this story...
The predictions were that 100 million people would be watching the Super Bowl for this past Sunday's game...(and what a game, it was). The final tally came in at 97,000 million viewers, but that made it the biggest television audience in the history of the sport.
OK, so you're wondering about the biggest television audience of all time? Well, you'll have to go back to 1983 and the final episode of M*A*S*H, which drew 106 million viewers. I … (1 comments)
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Crafting a Portfolio of Careers... - 02/07/08 08:22 PM
There are a growing number of professionals who are opting out of a one job track. Instead, they are crafting a portfolio of careers comprised of multiple part time jobs, that when combined equal a full time job.
The types of people who craft this type of job portfolio? They are as diverse across age groups as they are across industries. And it's not about freelancing it really is a distinct career path. The combination of things should assimilate - like writing, teaching, speaking and consulting. It creates a multi-pronged career
Now can a pilates instructor, minister and art dealer mesh together as … (1 comments)
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Mexico...Vacation Stop or Dental Office? - 02/04/08 11:01 AM
Many Americans are just shrugging off concerns about hygiene and the raging drug wars in Mexico and opting for the money saving visit to Mexico for their dental work.
Dental treatment is about one quarter of the cost of dental work done in the US and that is if you can even get dental coverage as a part of your health plan here. What about Americans with no dental insurance? And for those with insurance, anything cosmetic in nature and that person has to pay 100% of the cost.
So those who want that perfect smile or denture repair or tooth fixed … (6 comments)
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4 Legged Victims of the Housing Crisis... - 02/04/08 10:52 AM
Animals are being dumped as more people lose their homes to foreclosure. Some people are just leaving them behind, starving in a vacant home. Others try to leave them on grazing grounds or open area. Some wild cat colonies are resulting.
Facts are, nobody is thinking about the pet problems associated with the surge of foreclosures. Animal shelters are overflowing and those being foreclosed on seem to say...'I've got myself and my family to worry about...how can I take along a dog or cat'? Many landlords do not allow pets in rentals, and rentals are the only place a foreclosed family can turn … (2 comments)
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Even Builders are Selling at a Loss... - 02/04/08 10:41 AM
New home builders are selling off property at losses due to slumping revenue and standing inventory.
For years, big name builders like Standard Pacific and William Lyon could weather about any storm. But with area prices falling precipitously, they must look at all options for surviving this correction.
Lay-off's were already done, and the bleeding doesn't seem to stop. Recently, The William Lyon Company sold 604 home sites in 10 Southern California communities for 43 cents on the dollar as a result of their credit rating being downgraded this past December along with other complications.
The companies that survive this deep and protracted downturn will be those … (0 comments)
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Hottest Real Estate Market in the World...Guess Where? - 02/04/08 09:10 AM
Your favorite pair of sneakers is probably made their, expensive designer items are made there...where is it?
Vietnam is the hottest real estate market in the world. Speculators are lining up to buy condos and big name International developers are building entire cities on a bet that the country's economic future is a winner. Even individual Vietnamese investors are swarming condos as they see real estate to be a safer investment than the stock market.
Don't think Vietnam isn't subject to a global slowdown, but the mind set there is long term...very long term. They are building cities for the next 150 years, not for the … (1 comments)
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Squeamish About Drinking Waste Water? - 02/04/08 08:45 AM
Sewage recycling programs are a viable cure for the water shortage across our land, but most can't can't seem to swallow that idea. Does drinking treated sea water seem more attractive?
Apparently so, as desalination is accepted and operation plants are in place. Desalinization of sea water can cost anywhere from $800 to $2,000 per acre-foot to produce, compared to $525 per acre-foot for recycled sewage. From a cost perspective, which one do you think will win out?
Voters consistently block sewage recycling programs, preferring desalination, but plenty of unpalatable waste from our land flows into the sea. Think about the metals, pesticides, pathogens … (0 comments)
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The Origins of Language... - 02/04/08 08:29 AM
No doubt today, kids use language that makes us think for a second or two. They have some sayings to get across certain ideas that are far from what adults use to communicate. But have you ever thought about the origins of language?
Well, scientists think about it and are coming closer to understanding the genetic origins of language. They are working to identify the genes that allow humans to talk and understand each other. While linguists have looked for clues since long ago of how language works, scientists take a different approach. Scientists have studied the language-impairing disorders like autism and … (1 comments)
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Mayors Meet in DC Regarding Foreclosure in Their Cities... - 02/04/08 12:20 AM
Local governments are scrambling to deal with the foreclosure lists in their respective cities. Mayors have been invited to gather in Washington DC to discuss problems associated with foreclosures. Many localities have inquired about establishing a line of communication with the 50% of people who never contact their lender before their home is foreclosed.
Foreclosures cause a strain to cities with abandoned homes, abandoned buildings and apartments, uncut lawns, vandalism, unpaid property taxes and a detrimental affect on the neighboring community(s).
Cities estimate that an empty house costs that city an average of $34,000 for inspections, court actions, extra law enforcement and visits … (2 comments)
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From Super Bowl to Super Tuesday... - 02/02/08 07:53 PM
Wow! Within 36 hours of the Super Bowl it will be Super Tuesday...the biggest day of all for the Presidential Primary races.
Super Tuesday is the coast to coast voting day that will shape the eventual front runners as the candidate of their party. All in all, 23 states will have voting day on Super Tuesday and the delegate count is heavy...there are 1,811 delegate votes up for the Dems to grab at and 1,067 for Republicans to win.
No doubt candidates are refining their campaign message for Monday February 4th because few if any will be paying any attention at all tomorrow. That's … (2 comments)
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Where is "Away" when we throw things away? - 02/02/08 03:49 PM
For as long back as this country was formed, people had developed a habit of 'throwing things away'. What's wrong with that? Nothing I suppose, because of careful planning there are landfills everywhere where all our trash goes to when we 'throw things away'...
We did the best we could with our planning but at some point in time we'll have to come to grip with the factors facing our children and theirs. Those challenges are more than just fuel and water. They include waste and recycling...
We are running out of landfill and so I wonder what happens in 10 or 20 years … (4 comments)
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How to Recession Proof a Career... - 02/02/08 12:24 PM
If you work for a company, it may be smart business to plan ahead as companies are examining cut-backs and lay-off's. It can boost your chances of keeping your job or enhance the prospects of finding another.
Recession fears are causing more than just stock market jitters and housing woes. The confidence level of many workers is shaken. And it's difficult to be productive if you're worried about the likelihood of keeping your job.
Here are a few strategies to recession-proof a career:
1) Stay There: If you work for a company in distress, stay there rather than jump ship. If you go to … (0 comments)
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