WinSCP

Hello There,

This evening, I want to warn all of you computer-owners about the possibility of information theft. When I sold my old laptop, I was very worried about my privacy being impinged upon by someone who could break into my computer and find out my passwords or other sensitive information. You see, I wanted to sell my computer because I could no longer get it to work, but I was afraid that if I sold it to someone who really wanted to get my personal information, s/he could fix it and learn whatever was in there. I ended up not selling it--better safe than sorry.

It's all too true that information can be stolen from your computer. If you are interested in getting the best cyber security you can--for instance, for
Secure file transfers--then check out the free software from WinSCP. With this company, you can secure your information during any transfer between a local and a remote computer. You'll surely appreciate the peace of mind it will bring.

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Baseball

Hello Again,

I just went to a baseball game, and we observed the victims of the VA Tech shooting with a moment of silence. I saw the Mets play the Phillies, and it turns out that one of the Mets, David Wright, has a younger brother who is a freshman at VA Tech. Fortunately, he was not one of the victims, but it still must have been truly horrifying.

Life Insurance Blog

Hello There,

I'd like to tell you all about a life insurance blog that I came across this evening. At www.lifeinsurancelowdown.com, you'll find nothing but the
whole life insurance story--everything you need to know to choose the best life insurance plan for your needs.

I would especially like to tell you about this blog's feature articles, which I found to be particularly helpful and informative. The blog even had true stories about clients, for instance, one was about a client with AIDS and the trials she encountered with her life insurance.

If you are in the market for life insurance, then you need to check out this blog.

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VA Tech

Hello All,

I spent most of yesterday watching footage about the VA Tech shooting. I just cannot believe that someone would be so demented as to do that. Moreover, I don't understand how the security wasn't strong enough to deal with the massacre before it reached such proportions. With the security breach that VA Tech suffered earlier in the school year, you would think that they would be on guard.

Drug Rehab

Hello There,

If you are currently addicted to drugs, then you need to read this post.

There are lots of different drug rehabilitation programs out today, but only a few of them are really reputable. I was looking at different programs online and was able to find a high quality rehab referral site called RehabilitationHQ. Their website lists a hotline on the top of the page that you can use in case of emergency, and anyone can quickly become connected with caring, professional counselors that are trained to deal with any type of addiction.

You can call them for information about drug recovery, drug abuse, rehab treatment, alcoholism, and much more, and you will certainly be well served. Head over to their site today if you have a problem with addiction. I implore you to kick the habit today, while you still have your life in your hands. Alternatively, if you have a family member or friend who is addicted to drugs, make sure to tell them about RehabilitationHQ today. It might be exactly what they need to get in touch with a treatment program that can save their life. RehabilitationHQ has helped many addicts in the past, and you can be sure that they work in the interest of their clients.

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Cancelled Work

Hello There,

Well my work was just cancelled, so now I can hang out and blog all day long! Just kidding, but I will probably blog today longer than I was initially planning. Anyway, I hope everyone is careful out there today, because the weather conditions are NOT good.

Pregnancy Insurance

If you fall into the pregnant no insurance category, then this post is for you.

At Reproductive Access Solutions, or RAS, you will receive quality care from professionals who are well educated in today's problems with fertility and maternity care in the United States. RAS calls women who are left without employee benefits in maternity care the "Mom's in the Middle." And this demographic is where RAS's true specialty lies. They've made it their mission to ensure these women have access to health care solutions that will take away their stress and allow them to focus on what's more important: their children.

Check out RAS today is you are interested in learning more about solutions available to your health care needs.

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Real Estate

I cannot believe how difficult the real estate market can be when you're actually going through the process of purchasing a home. At first, it seemed like everything was fine and the process was going smoothly, but now that the closing date is fast approaching, I'm having to deal with a difficult real estate agent and sellers who are not owning up to their end of the contract. I would assume that everyone involved would want to get this over with and move on, but it seems like the sellers are stalling.

Maternity Insurance

Hello There,

I've been talking a lot about maternity insurance and the typical problems women face when they decide they want to have a baby. Whether you are already pregnant or think you might soon become pregnant, you need to think about maternity insurance, and you cannot possibly start looking for the best insurance too early.

Luckily, I found a great database of maternity insurance plans. On it, you can find the best plan for you that suits your needs and your health condition. Check out MaternitySavings.com if you're interested in finding affordable, quality insurance plans that are perfectly customized to you.

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Furnishing your place

Hello There,

As a consumer, I am particularly excited about purchases where I feel that I really got a good deal. Now that I am getting ready to furnish an entire house from scratch, I've had lots of opportunities to find great deals.

One of the best places I've found for furniture was Craigs list, and I have not yet had a bad experience. In general, I think people are pretty reputable on the site, and as long as you're a careful consumer, you can find some great deals.

I also recently checked out a consignment shop and found a gorgeous bedroom set. It turns out that some consignment shops sell new furniture for cheap, so I would definitely recommend checking those out as well.

Tanya

Maternity Cards

As I've mentioned in a recent post, it's upsetting to me how difficult it is to find good pregnant health insurance in the United States. And I simply don't understand why it's so hard to come by maternity health insurance. I spent some time researching different plans, and if you are pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant, I implore you to check out MaternityCard.com. There you can find resources to help you finance your pregnancy and beyond. It shouldn't be so financially stressful to have a baby, and with this website, you will get connected with the best maternity care plans out there. Choose one that best fits your needs with MaternityCard.com.

Good luck.
Tanya

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Loans

I was recently talking with some friends of mine about finances, and it's amazing the negative impact that student loans can have on someone's financial outlook. It's upsetting, because these days, you need an advanced degree to do well in the world, but they are so expensive. And once you get one, you can easily spend years working just to pay off your loans, before you really make any money for yourself!

Pregnancy

I just found good information about pregnancy rates for women after tubal reversal surgery. This research was just made and represents information from 2001 to 2007. Here is a link to the Pregnancy study 2001-2007. Chapel Hill Center is a leading center in tubal reversal study. With all the arguing and controversy over abortion and teen pregnancy, I feel so bad for the women who WANT to get pregnant but can't. I'm so happy that there are people out there working to fix this problem!

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Making Money Online

Hi Friends,

So, my internet freelance writing is really going quite well. I found a few sites, and although the work is pretty intensive, there's no scam. I was paid readily and fully, and the company really didn't nitpick much. If you're a proficient typer and generally knowledgeable about the internet, you can really make money!

Tanya

SHRIMP

What a fun sponsored post for Shrimp Recipes. They want me to spell out what shrimp stands for to me...
S is for the sauce that I like to dunk you in
H is for the hunger I feel before I eat you
R is for the raving that my party guests do about you
I if for the ice that keeps you cold
M is for a million, which is how many of you I have eaten in my life
P is for the pot that I boil you in

Yikes

I recently heard from our realtor that the disclosures on the townhome I'm interested in have been faxed to her (but I don't know if they look good or not), and moreover, it also appears that the listing agent presented both offers (mine and someone else's) to the seller this afternoon. But neither of us know what the decision was...is this a common thing? I really don't like to be on pins and needles for such an important financial decision!

Tanya

Blog Promotion

I think the best way to promote a blog is by finding other blogs that are similar to yours, add a link to them, and kindly ask them if they would add a link to you. Most of the time they are happy to oblige. So you get a link and you may get a new regular visitor in that blogger. That's a lot of work though. If you don't have that much time their are people that will do it for you. For example, ManhattanService provides an SEO service that does just that!




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Another credit card bill...

AND IT'S THE LOWEST ONE YET! Let me tell you something, there is nothing like succeeded in your goals to make you want to succeed in more of your goals. Once you get the ball rolling and your life on track, things have a way of falling into place. I hope I can be an inspiration out there to anyone who was like me from just a short year ago!

Gainesville

Man, I wish I lived in Gainesville. Then I could make use of the web site Gainesville for Sale. Check this out, they have FREE listings for everything that the local paper usually rips you off for. For example, real estate (a favorite of mine), automobiles (aka cars), and all other types of merchandise. You name it they got it.

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Gainesville4sale.com offers free classified ads for private sellers in the Gainesville and University of Florida area. In contrast with unmoderated sites like Craigslist, Gainesville4sale.com employs local editors to maintain quality control for its listings.

Gainesville4sale.com is part of USA4SALE Networks, Inc., which launched its first site in 1998. The company now has sites serving all of central Florida, including Ocala4sale.com, Orlando4sale.com, Jax4sale.com and Tampa4sale.com. The oldest and largest of the sites, Ocala4sale.com, logged 380,000 visitors in January and boasts a local inventory of more than 10,000 classifieds.

One seller, Matthew Warden, recently described his experience: "Thank you Gainesville4sale! My little dachshund was sold after the first e-mail I received. You guys rock!"

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Another credit card bill paid on time

Yep, read the subject. The whole thing paid off so there'll be no interest this time around again. If I could keep this going all year, I will save $300 that I lost in interest from credit cards in 2006. Wow, that's like getting an instant raise! Keep your fingers crossed for me!

Blog Awards

Hello There,

This post is mainly for PayPerPost bloggers and anyone interested in getting involved with PayPerPost. If you haven't heard about PayPerPost yet, it's an online company that connects bloggers with advertisers. Bloggers post sponsored ads on their blogs, fully disclosed, and PayPerPost relays money on to them. The amount of money you make will depend on the quality of your blog, as determined by Google page rank, Alexa score, and Technorati score. You can learn all about PayPerPost at payperpost.com.

Now on to the blog awards...I'm sure that you've come across some really awesome--and some really horrible--blogs in your travels through the blog-o-sphere. But short of writing comments, there's not much you can do to talk about the blogs you've come across. Thanks to PayPerPost, you can now vote for the best blogs in a variety of categories, and the winners will get the coveted PayPerPost blog awards!

Plus, if you are going to be in attendance at PostieCon--the conference for PayPerPost bloggers--you can be one of the first people to find out the blog award winners. So make sure you head on over to the voting station, you can vote in categories such as most obnoxious blog, hottest mommy blogger, and much much more!

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Health Care?

Hello There,

One of the most important things about the company I work for are their maternity and health care benefits. Sometimes I get really depressed with America's way of dealing with these two important topics. I feel like we are really falling behind other developed countries as far as paid maternity leave and universal health care are concerned, and it makes me really sad. Does anyone have any ideas as to the root cause for these inadequacies? I just don't know.

Investment Strategies

Hello There,

Personally, I worry about high risk investments, because I am generally a financially cautious person. However, I am interested in getting more involved in trading, and it's hard to start off when so many people are so much more knowledgeable about it.

If you feel like you're in the same boat, or if you just want some tips about investments, then you came to the right post. With global futures and Forex, you can increase the viability of your investment profile. I personally am going to start with Forex and Futures in my own stock profile, and I believe they are going to provide the foundation for my investments down the road.

If you want do to the same thing, check out Global Futures Exchange & Trading Co., Inc. They will do everything they can to help you get started, and you only need $250.

Best of luck with your investments.

Please note the following: There is risk of loss trading Futures, options and forex.

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Yikes

Well now I'm getting a little nervous about this whole contract thing, because all the real estate agents tell you that "time is of the essence" when you're going to contract on a home, and yet it doesn't seem as stringent as I once thought it was.

If these people are going to say that time is of the essence, then they really should stick to their guns. Particularly, when I put in an addendum that the sellers have three days to ratify, I want it done within three days, not five!

Do any of you have any similar stories? With the price of a house these days, I just want to make sure I'm doing all the right things.

iBackup

Hello There,

With the internet more ubiquitous than I ever imagined it would be, I always like to tell my readers about new things I've found that make the internet an even better place. I recently came across IBackup - Online Storage Drives on their site, ibackup.com, and I am very excited to tell you about them.

One new feature that iBackup has recently added to their arsenal is a mapped drive of online data, so users have quick and easy access to the data on their computer. You can read more about that particular feature here.

And of course, with iBackup, you get guaranteed service and only the highest standards of quality. The interface is user-friendly, and applicable to all kinds of personal and business use. Check them out today.

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Repairs

Hello There,

Well, I finally found out that the sellers have accepted my addendum, and that means that they're going to either repair or credit each of the problems with the home that I pointed out. I'm learning so much during this real estate purchase. My next question is how I can really verify that they repaired each thing well--for instance, what if they put in poor quality carpeting?

WorldMarketSystems

Hello There,

I'm so excited to tell you about a world market systems website that I recently came across. If you're an online business owner and you haven't heard of this yet, then where have you been? WorldMarketSystems is known far and wide as the premiere provider of website services and software applications for all types and sizes of online business ventures. As an online business owner, WorldMarketSystems will be an huge boon to your success, because you will be able to prepare an economical but attractive website and market it to the right audience. WorldMarketSystems has the tips you need to make more money with your online business. Alternatively, if you are considering starting an online business, then check out WorldMarketSystems today for the information you need to start off well. WorldMarketSystems promises to make you look great to your market, all from home!

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Sci-Edge

Hello Everyone,

I really love technology, but sometimes it's hard for techies to find dates. I think we tend to speak in an entirely different rhetoric, and "normal people" just don't understand it!

If you have found the same thing, I have news for you. There is a new social networking site out there JUST for techies, science lovers, science fiction enthusiasts, and the like. Interested? Then read on...

At sci-edge, you will be able to connect with people that share your interests in a forum that allows for everything from romantic interests to networking. It's a new site, so make sure you check it out early, in case you find any bugs you want to let the administrators know about. We techies love to improve things!

Anyway, I definitely encourage anyone with technological interests to check out sci-edge. It promises to be a social networking site like you've never seen before!

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Painting

I'm closing on the house at the end of April and I'm really excited to own my first piece of real estate. I plan to immediately begin fixing it up, and one of my first tasks will be to find a contractor for a professional paint job. I don't trust myself to do a good enough job!

Mr. Video

Hello There,

Interested in learning more about transparent video? Then you've come to the right place. You probably know that video is one of the most effective broadcasting strategies--better than reading and images. And now with AskMrVideo, you can get all the tips you need to add video marketing to your site. Improve your traffic--and therefore your revenue--with AskMrVideo today.

Even if your not currently looking to add video, you need to check out the awesome transparent effects on the site. Watch as Mr. Video comes out of the screen to help you!

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Negotiations

Well I'm pleased to say that the sellers have accepted my negotiations! I'm so thrilled, because now I really feel like I'm getting a good deal on a house that I'm really going to love. I heard horror stories before about sellers not accepting any negotiations, but I'm glad I tried, because I really lucked out!

Just Say Hi

If you're going to be alone again this Saturday night (and probably next night too), then maybe you need to go about the dating circuit a little differently. To try something new, check out online dating with a site called justsayhi.com. It's a huge dating world out there, and justsayhi will connect you with the most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes that want to meet you!

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Tanya

Fake Window

I thought of this awesome idea that I'm going to do for one of my walls in my new home. I'm actually getting this huge poster (3 feet by 4 feet), and I'm going to cut it up into 9 pieces, and put each piece in it's own frame. Then I'm going to line the frames up, and put curtains on either side. The frames are really plain, so it's going to look like an intact window, and I think it'll be really impressive.

Rehab

Hello There,

If you have a problem with drugs, then maybe you shouldn't be surfing around on blogs. Nevertheless, you've come to the right post, because I found a great drug rehab that could be the perfect antidote to a user's addiction. These days, drugs are so powerful and so easy to come by, that you really do need help to kick your drug habit. So don't hesitate to go on over to 1800nodrugs.com and turn your life around. You'll be in good hands with their drug rehab program. It's among the best in the country.

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Tanya

What do you think?

I am really hopeful that since the sellers are taking so long to respond to my addendum, that they're actually considering it. I was afraid that I would give them a list of things to fix post-inspection, and they would just deny everything. Now I'm thinking that they're a little smarter than that, and I know that they just want to get the house sold.

It's YOUR Market!

Hello There,

I absolutely loved my time in the UK, and I will definitely be returning there soon. Till then, I wanted to let all my UK readers know about the classifieds website that I recently found. It's called Itsmymarket.com, and it was launched as a local classified ad provider in the UK. You can head on over there for community websites, local news and weather information, "what's on" guides, blogs to check out, and even free dating sites. There really is everything you could possibly need.

They have an absolutely awesome "core offering" of classified ads that you need to check out first. It will give you a taste of the entire site, and there's tons of cool information on there.

So make sure you check it out--I think you'll really like it.

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Fixing Up

I recently read that not only is it best to get a home in the better area (even if it's not an ideal home), but it's also not worthwhile to improve a home to a degree that is better than the homes around it. I guess those two points go hand in hand. However, it's upsetting to buy a home and not be able to fix it up to the point that I feel comfortable and content in it.
Any suggestions?

Vista Training

Hello There,

I am excited to tell you all about the new Windows Vista Training. With this new operating system recently released by Microsoft, it's become imperative that we learn how best to utilize all the new features, and what to do when there is a bug. I am really happy that there is a training course, because I recently updated to Vista, and I've had a hard time converting from Windows XP. If you are in the same boat as I am, then make sure you check out Windows Vista Training today!

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List of Demands

Tonight I put together my list of demands for home repairs and credits. The inspection report listed a lot of little things, and I'm going to note almost every one. The hard thing is that I would rather put a total amount that I need credited, but I really don't know the true total. I feel like if I demand repairs, they will be done shoddily.

Watershed Drug Rehab

Hello There,

If you or someone you know are currently addicted to alcohol, you may feel like your entire life is in a downward spiral. But there is hope--with Watershed, you will have access to beneficial, holistic alcohol treatments that you can use to help you kick your addiction.

Although you do need to WANT to cease your addiction to alcohol, once you make that decision, the Watershed program will help you realize your goal. They comprise a large, experienced staff of professionals that deal with alcohol addictions everyday. They know the most effective ways to end your addiction in the most painless method possible. If you are addicted to alcohol, you NEED the Watershed. Check them out today.

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Home Inspection

Hello There,

I'm currently reviewing the inspection report. It looks like although there are no huge ticket items in need of repair, the place was definitely not well-maintained. Unfortunately, that means there might be hidden maintenance problems that I will not find until I've lived there awhile. That's why I encourage everyone to get a professional home inspection as well as a full year warranty before they commit to a home purchase.

Remote Desktop

Hello There,

One of the coolest things I recently learned a computer is capable of is the "remote desktop" feature. With this feature enabled on your computer, you can actually access, for instance, your work computer from home, or your home computer from work. It's really fantastic, and I'm sure it saves a lot of people a LOT of time in commutes, if they get home and realize that there's something they forgot to do on their work computer. Now they can just do it from home!

And I'm so excited to tell you about Techinline Remote Desktop. In my opinion, it's the best remote desktop service out there, and all you need to do is head over to techinline.com to see for yourself. The truly exciting thing about this service is it's ease and usability. Truly, you can access your desktop in seconds, with nothing more than an internet connection. Check it out--I bet you'll love it!


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Tanya

Running

Hello There,

Well, I was running this morning, and I completely wiped out. I skidded on the concrete and tore up my hands and my knee very badly. It's been a long and painful day since then, and it's so depressing, because I didn't get to enjoy the weather to it's fullest. I hope I've healed substantially by tomorrow...

Tanya

Dating

Good Evening,

If you have been searching for a mate unsuccessfully, then this post might signal a turning point in your life! A friend recently tipped me off to a new dating site, and I wanted to pass the information along to you.

The new wave of dating sites allows daters to choose what they're looking for a little more narrowly. This site is no exception: it's all about finding other Black Singles. If you are a black single looking for someone special on an all inclusive dating website, then you're doing it wrong! Check out blackscene.com today, you'll see that this is truly the next generation of dating sites.

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Offer ACCEPTED

Good Evening,

I am thrilled to announce that my contract was ratified yesterday. The sellers took my offer "as is," and now I'm about to go through the process of home inspection, closing, etc. It's such an exciting time.

I'll definitely keep you up to date on renovations to come. I'm going to make it beautiful!

Tanya

Why You Need Car Covers

Hello All,

With spring on the way, I just wanted to remind everyone to make sure they have proper protection for their cars and trucks. With the thaw that's on the way, I'm pleased to tell you all about Car Covers and Truck Covers starting at $25 that you can get from empirecovers.com. With these car covers, you can be guaranteed to protect your car or truck from the damp weather that is sure to ensue. If you have a car that you treasure, a car cover is a wonderful investment to keep your car working great.

With empirecovers.com you can be sure you're getting a great deal, because they advertise the lowest-priced and most affordable car covers, truck covers, sports utility vehicle covers, and motorcycle covers that you will find anywhere on the internet. Moreover, empirecovers stocks only the highest quality covers, and guarantees to protect 100% against water and sun damage.

So head on over to empirecovers.com and protect your investment today.

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Tanya

Business News

I'm so pleased to say that my box company recently got a new contract, so we'll be growing quite a bit larger, and I think things are really looking up for the entire company. We were struggling for a few months there, and I was honestly worried about losing my job, but now I think we can finally rest easy. The greatest thing is that our new boss is really technologically-sophisticated, so I think he's going to take our business to the next millennium with a great website that can be seen by potential customers around the world.

Tanya

Cisco Routers and Cisco Switches

Hello There,

I want to take the opportunity to tell you about Used Cisco Buyer's Guide, which is an awesome guide to both routers and switches from Cisco.

Cisco is a trusted company, and since they are selling gently used products, you know that you're going to get the best price out there.

You can find this used buyer's guide at NetworkWorld.com, and at this site you will get set straight on the facts about used and refurbished merchandise from Cisco. So the next time you're looking for Cisco Routers and Cisco Switches, make sure you check this out--you'll be amazed at the money you will save.

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Tanya

Accepting the offer???

Well, I just heard from the realtor again, and it turns out that they are asking for actual information to prove that I have the liquid assets in my bank account. I didn't know this was an issue sometimes, but apparently it is. So, I just called my bank and had them fax over a mini-statement to my realtor (with the bank account number removed, of course). Hopefully, this will be sufficient for the seller to accept my offer. I am super-excited!!

Tanya

Big Web Links for You

Hello There,

I just wanted to take an opportunity to tell you about the site called Big Web Links that I recently came across. If you've never heard about Big Web Links, it's a search engine-friendly web database where you can links are sorted not by PR, as is the case with many sites, but by contribution amount. So you don't have to wait months to make sure that your link is high on the list--you just need to make sure you donate the proper amount of money.

As a webmaster, this is an awesome initiative, and I encourage all of you to check out the Big Web Links Directory.



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Tanya

Financing

Hello There,

I just heard from the realtor, and everything looks good. Apparently, for the property that I want to purchase, a contract went in a few months ago, and it was closed because the financing fell through. So the sellers are carefully checking into the financing, but I have nothing to worry about.

Tanya

Asset Tracking Software

Hello There,

I'm very enthusiastic to tell you all about Asset Tracking Software from Siterra. Did you know that the Siterra Corporation is only of the only companies on the market that allows users access to a fully integrated, self-contained, web-based vehicle, where they can plan, implement, construct, manage, and expand their own remote websites, investment assets, and leases? It's really a remarkable site for investors and technology buffs alike, and I was thrilled to find it.

With Siterra, you can increase productivity exponentially, you can cut costs to yourself, and you can rapidly connect with the market. If you work in retail store management, oil rigs, cell phone towers, or outdoor displays, then checking out Siterra is esential for you to increase your productivity immediately.

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Tanya

Quick Settlement

Hey Everybody,

I am so excited because I decided that I will definitely put in an offer on the townhouse that I like, and I feel really good about it. I think the seller will accept it, and I'm really looking forward to a quick settlement. Cross your fingers for me!

Tanya

World Racing Forum

Hello There,

I am pleased to tell you about a Motorsport Forum that I recently came across online.

Since I'm moving to a new area, I was worried that my destination would be lacking in people interested in auto racing like me. I was sad that I would lose the base of people that I hang out with each week to watch motorsports and talk about the latest news in auto racing. In order to fill that void, I searched online for a community that would replace my auto racing friends. I'm pleased to say that I found it at Motorsport Forums. These forums are already immense, and they are the fastest growing motorsport community, so you know that they're only going to get bigger and bigger. You can meet people from all over the place with similar interests, and an authentic love of motorsports. If nothing else, you can be guaranteed to find a fun motorsport discussion experience in these forums, and that's a promise. I was amazed at the diversity of people that love motorsports, and it was so fun to chat with them about their specific auto racing interests, and how they became interested. Many of these people have loved auto racing since they were young children, and they are very knowledgeable about the sport.

So get yourself over to the Motorsport forum--as a member you'll receive awesome benefits, including the chance to (1) Post your own topics for discussion and participate in discussions and polls posted by others; (2) Upload and download videos and pictures that you've taken or that other users have posted to share; (3) Play in the WRF Prediction, Fantasy and BATracer Leagues (my favorite of the member benefits); (4) Buy and sell motorsport merchandise--and you're guaranteed to find exactly what your looking for!; (5) create your own avatar from an extensive gallery to use in the forums; and last but not least, (6) have access to a unique, ad-free (I know that's a big deal for many of you) discussion environment.

And there are lots of other benefits--but you need to check it out for yourself to find out about those!

If, like many people, you are passionate about auto racing, then the World Racing Forum is the absolute best place you can go to get in tune with an entire community that shares your interest. Personally, I had no idea that so many people were interested in auto racing, and it was so refreshing to meet a group of people just like me. I guarantee you'll be glad you met this community of genuinely nice, auto-racing-loving people!

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Tanya

Stumbling

Hello There,

I know I've been talking about real estate a lot, because I am getting ready to purchase my new home. But I also wanted to mention a totally awesome thing I found on the internet called stumbleupon (I like to talk about technology too!)

Stumbleupon is another web 2.0 installment. You can select the categories of things you're interested in, and then it will take you across the internet, according to your selections. You'll find thing you didn't know existed, it's pretty cool.

Home Values

Hello All,

Now that I am nearing ever closer to being a first time home owner, I wanted to write a little about house values in other areas. In the area I'm looking, you cannot get a nice townhouse for under 200K. In contrast, my parents live in an area where you can get a relatively nice single family home for half of that. It's difficult to process how home values could be so different in different regions, but it's absolutely a fact.

To get a really great idea of the value of homes in your area, or in the area to which you are relocating, you need to check out www.valuesinfo.com. It's really a great site, and the information that they've got for you is really the best quality and most in depth information that you're going to find on the internet. I was personally looking for Maryland house values and Maryland real estate values, but this site has information about property values in every state. You'll be sure to find what you need.

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Tanya

Short Mortgage

Hello There,

Well, I was just interested in finding out what others think about my real estate investment idea. Since I know that in 10 or so years, I'll want to move out, I don't want to pay a whole bunch of money toward interest in a 30 year mortgage. So I want to pay this one off AS FAST AS POSSIBLE, so that I can move on with a big stack of cash in my pocket.

Has this method worked for any of you?

Tanya

Interracial Dating

Hello There,

As an interracial individual, it might be difficult to find a mate. And often you cannot go on the typical sites like match.com, because they are predominantly white people looking for other white people. If you are interested in interracial dating, then you have come to the right post. At afroromance.com, you can be sure that the profiles you're reading are written by interracial individuals like you. And you can be on your way to finding the perfect mate.

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Tanya

Found a place

Well, I saw five more homes today, and I think I've finally chosen one--assuming it doesn't go under contract with someone else in the next 24 hours...

It's not the type of house that takes your breath away, but at least I know that I can afford it. And ultimately, I can trade up and have a nice profit, assuming everything goes as planned.

Tanya

Investments

Attention Day Traders, Investors, and Gamblers!!

I found this really interesting site, and I want to encourage you all to check it out. At TinyURL.com, you can Register now for a free practice trading account!

With retail forex trading online, you can buy and sell different currencies with the flux of the interest/exchange rate landscape. This is an awesome way to invest online, and you can take part any time of the day or night. I would definitely recommend that savvy investors get in now: this is easily the most rapidly growing investment site on Earth.

Also check out FXSolutions for more on online forex trading. This is a great site to get you started. In fact, you can download free trial trading software, so you can see for yourself the magnitude of this site. As a young investor, I'm so happy I came across fxsol.com.

Soon, you'll be on your way to a new investment for your portfolio. Hope it works out for you!

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Tanya

Under Contract...

Hello There,

Unfortunately, one of the six places I was interested in went under contract yesterday. I wouldn't have known, except I printed out the listings for each one today (on my new laser printer!) and I noticed that one of them said CT/NO KO (contract, no kick out clause) on it! Oh well, that was 4th out of 6 in terms of niceness, at least my top three are still active listings. I just hope none of the other properties follow suit.

Tanya

The Funny Pages

Hello There,

If you're sitting at computer today, maybe you should get some laughter into your day. One of the best sites to check out for this us called funnypop.com, where you can see lots of Funny Pictures--and comics. You're seriously going to love this site, especially if you were looking for something to brighten your day! I personally find that a little laughter can make the day go by so much faster, and you can even print them out and put them on your desk at work for a great conversation starter! For instance, check out this comic about long naps!

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Tanya

Cold Snap

Hello There,

Well, I went on a nice run right as it was starting to get cold again--I can definitely feel a cold front coming in, so it was nice to get out for a bit.

Now that I'm back to work, I just wanted to mention that anyone who is interested in enjoying the nice weather in this area--get out there quickly because it's cooling down!!

Tanya

For Sale by Owner

Hello There Fellow Home Sellers and Shoppers,

What do you think about buying a house that is listed as for sale by owner? I personally think I feel more comfortable working with a realtor, but recently, I've gotten frustrated with all the secrecy and politics surrounding the purchase of a house, and I'm appalled with the information that realtors will hold back if they are not directly making money off of you. Plus, my friend Suice had a great experience going through the "for sale by owner" process from the seller standpoint, when she sold her first house. Although it was a bit more work, she was definitely pleased with the thousands of dollars she saved, and she said she would do it all again in a heartbeat.

While trying to learn more about the for sale by owner process, I found a site called obares.com, where you can get lots of information about real estate services. This site specializes in for sale by owner information, and I found it to be a great resource, particularly if you are first time home buyer, like me, and you don't want to be taken advantage of by greedy sellers.

The site is beautifully laid out in "tab format" and you can find plenty of tips for any point in the home transaction process--buying, selling, legal forms, etc. In particular, I found their calculator section particularly helpful, especially the feature that connects you to a Free Credit Report Online. As we all know, the purchase of a house is HUGE, and before you even think of that, you need to secure a home loan. And of course, loaners want to see that you have a clean credit report.

So, you can check out this site to make sure your credit report is golden, and then get ready to purchase your home!

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Tanya

On the road

So, I'll be on the road this weekend. I'm heading out to look at six homes, all of which I've already seen previews. I am confident that I will like at least one of them, and will be able to put in a contract by Sunday.

How exciting!
Tanya

What a Great Idea!

Wow! I just had to include a little information on this awesome site I found. It's called www.BookmarkAll.com, and it's the innovative advance in internet technology that's going to help all of us.

Basically, it's online software that will allow you to save your bookmark list, and access it from any computer. This is going to totally decrease the amount of time you waste searching for obscure sites on other people's computers. You can just bring up your bookmark list, and voila! you're on your way to the sites you were looking for in a fraction of the time.

You really need to check out this awesome new feature, and just imagine the extended possibilities! In addition to being able to pull up your list of favorite websites from any computer, you can also save a website to your online list while, for instance, at work, where your boss wouldn't be too happy that you are surfing the web instead of working! Plus, it's a great way to consolidate all your favorite sites--no matter where or when you found them, you know they'll all be in the same place in the end. I have always thought it was silly that the bookmark list is saved to your computer instead of some internet site, so this is the best thing that's happened since sliced bread--at least in my opinion!


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Tanya

Super Late

I know it's really late, but I was finishing up some work, and I thought I would close out the night with a little blogging. Now that we've gone through daylight savings time, it's light later into the night, and I think it's making me into a night owl...plus I just bought a great new bunch of songs on iTunes that I'm totally jamming to.

Have a good night,
Tanya

Poker Night!

Hello There!

Now that I am looking at homes, I am also looking at home furnishings. One of the first purchases I plan on making is a poker table, and I already found the perfect company, that specializes in poker tables. I'm so excited because they have a great selection at a great price, and I can already imagine how fun it's going to be to have my friends over for my first housewarming/poker night!

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Tanya

Hello There,

I'm getting all ready to look at homes this weekend, but I am starting to get bummed out by the realtors. Although my buyer's agent is being fine, the sellers' agents are giving me a hard time, because I asked them a few questions without them actually becoming "my" realtor. It's amazing--it's like they won't do a lick of work without getting paid a ton...

Tanya

Algonquin

Hello There Fellow Home Buyers,

Now that I'm getting ready to purchase a home--be it single family or townhouse--I am really becoming interested in everything real estate. That's why I'm so glad that I learned about Algonquin Real Estate, where you can get tons of information about this beautiful and quickly expanding community. Click on the link above, and you'll go directly to the Advantage Realty site, where you can search listings for homes in this development, as well as in the greater McHenry County.

These homes are located directly along the river in the Fox River Valley. As you know, homes close to the waterfront are always the most desired, and the reason is because you really can do tons of things when you live near the river that you just cannot access when you're landlocked. Just imagine taking a boat ride, or just running with the fresh aquatic air in the lungs as you take in the wonderful river view.

It's a hard word to remember, but once you learn about Algonquin, you'll never forget them! Check them out if you're interested in real estate. You'll be glad you did.

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Tanya

Rehab Loans

I'm getting ready to purchase a home, so it was so interesting to learn that some mortgage lenders will offer things called "rehabilitation loans." Did you know about these? They allow you to purchase that fixer upper and immediately have the money to put into improvements. That might come in handy if you're looking to purchase your dream home!

Tanya

AIMPromote

Hello Everyone,

I recently was looking around at different types of lead management software, because I didn't know too much about lead management, and a client had mentioned it. In this day and age, one cannot fall behind in technology, and I felt like a fool, since I had nothing to say about lead management.

AIMPromote came to my rescue--when you check out their website, you'll see that their logo actually looks like ompromote with a dot over the "o," so I don't think they are affiliated with AOL Instant Messenger as I had initially assumed. I later learned that AIMPromote offers an awesome version of lead management that will allow you to track your business down to the dollar with an impressive integration of financial management, and tracking of who visits your online company.

If you have any interested in lead management, then AIMPromote is the site to check out first. They offer a free 14-day trial to all interested persons, so you have nothing to lose. Plus, no matter what option you choose, AIMPromote offers all of their customers their very best, and all the requisite benefits are included with every purchase package. This is a feature that I find particularly impressive, because unlike so many companies, AIMPromote actually doesn’t pressure consumers into buying the most expensive package just to get access to all their features. Instead, you are encouraged to choose the package that works best for you, and AIMPromote will still guarantee that all their features will be included, no matter what package you choose.

So make sure you head over to AIMPromote's website for all your lead management needs. If you have an online business, this site is essential to your success, and you really have nothing to lose!

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Tanya

Sorry!

Hi There,

I've been remiss to blog anything this weekend, because I've been moving into temporary housing while I look for the home that I will finally buy. This week is going to be really busy because I have tons of work to do, but next weekend, I plan to head over to the community where I think I want to purchase a home, and hopefully by next Sunday, I'll have a contract in!!!

Tanya

Women Only

Don't read this post if you are a man. Avert your eyes!

Ok, ladies. Did you know there is a site out there where you can search and post about cheating men and abusive men? WomanSavers.com-World's Largest Database Rating Men. Imagine if we could get EVERY woman in America going to this site, all the scumbag men we could uncover and protect each other from (see why I told those men not to read). This site also is a great resource for any unfortunate woman who has been abused or cheated on, and has some great help resources.

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Attention UK Visitors!!

Hello There Frequent Fliers,

You may have read some of my posts about my awesome trip to London that I took this past summer. It was my first time in the UK, and I cannot wait to go back. If you are looking for a great place to find flights to the UK, or even something a little more tropical, like Flights to Caribbean, then you've come to the right post. I found a great site called DialAFlight, where you can check out an awesome selection of destinations at rates that no other company can beat--I mean it!

So check them out whether you are traveling within the UK, or to somewhere completely different. You'll be glad you did.

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Tanya

What's a good investment

Well I found a really great town that might be the perfect place for me to find a home. It's on the cheaper side (when cheaper for a townhouse is $250,000...), but the main thing is that I think it will have a high resale value. I am really trying to make a good investment on this property, because I know I won't be there for more than 10 years. Any advice?

Thanks!
Tanya

Vonage

I think I may get Vonage when I move to my new town house (whenever that will be). I've been hearing a lot of buzz about it lately and have seen a lot of commercials (I love their commercials!). Well, this is a text commercial for Vonage. I hope I can live up to the calibur of the television ads. I didn't know too much about Vonage until recently, so I thought I'd try and educate a little bit. With Vonage, you get a TON of features that are already included in the price of your phone (they don't nickel and dime you to death for them). Here's some of the stuff you get:
* Dialing 911
* 3 Way Calling
* Caller ID with Name
* Call Hunt
* Call Waiting
* Personalized Voicemail
* Call Forwarding
* Call Transfer
* Caller ID Block (*67)
* Repeat Dialing
* Call Return (*69)
* International Call Block
* Network Availability Number
* Bandwidth Saver
I don't even know what a few of those are. Like "Call Hunt," what is that?? Leave me a comment if you know! The best parts are these though. First of all, the price, only $24.95 a month, you can't beat that! Second of all, I get to Keep My Existing Number. I've told way too many people my number, I can't be bothered to switch now!

New Realtor

I think I might try and find a new realtor. When you are a buyer, you don't really have a contract with the realtor, so you are kinda free to leave if you feel he or she isn't doing a good enough job. It's not that mine isn't doing a good job, it's just that she's SOOOOOO slow. I mean, I know she has other clients, but at least make me feel like I'm SOMEWHERE near the top of her priorities!

A New York Break

Hello All,

If you've read any or all of my previous posts, then you've probably seen that I have been relatively stressed out. I am going through my first ever real estate purchase, plus I recently got a new boss, and life is wearing me out.

That said, I think it's the perfect time for a weekend away to recharge and come back to the real world anew. If you are thinking the same thing, then you came to the right post, because I recently found some information about weekend vacations to New York, that I'd like to share with you. So Visit New York--I guarantee you'll be fresh and ready to take on the world when you get back!

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Tanya

Ethics

Hello There,

Now I'm getting into some ethical issues with real estate, and I'd like some advice. I have been having problems with a lack of communication or a slow uptake with my realtor, and I've considered working with a different one, because I want to get this house purchase over with, and it seems like I am missing my chance. Now, others have suggested I find a different realtor, but how do I break it to the first one? It's such a dilemma...

Tanya

Gift Certificates

Hello There,

As a self-proclaimed awesome gift giver, I often avoid Gift Cerificates, because I want to find the best gift for the person, and I sometimes feel like a gift certificate is a cop-out. However, there are some people that are just so picky, that there's nothing you can get them that they'll really like. Those people simply require Gift Cerificates because there's nothing you could find that they would like better than something THEY could find for themselves at the same store.

When you're looking for gift certificates next time soon, be sure to check out the link above. They're your one stop shop for the best gift certificates around, and their selection is excellent.

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Tanya

I think it's better to get the cheapest home in a nice neighborhood, but my friend thinks I should look at the home that's the "best value" i.e. in a not so nice neighborhood, but at a nice price. I'm really not sure she's right, because I really thought that a buyer can get more return on their gain if they purchase low and fix it up--but only if they are in a neighborhood where nearby homes cost much more. Please feel free to chime in...

Tanya

Preconstruction?

Hello All,

I just wanted to devote much of this day to blogging about real estate, because as a first time buyer, I can really use all the help I can get. I was hoping that today I could glean some advice from more experienced property owners. So if you come across this post, please share your stories!

While surfing the internet this morning, I came across an interesting site with information about preconstruction--the site itself is for an investor group specializing in preconstruction real estate. They are currently promoting a free e-book on the subject.

I'm interested in your own stories, because although I don't personally know much about preconstruction, I have a friend who recently locked in an interest rate and started paying on a townhouse in a community that is still being developed. It sounds like her experience is going well so far, but I've read that sometimes the developer is nearing the end of their term and just wants to save money, so they scrimp on the last few homes and really rip off their buyers. Did this ever happen to any of you? I think that preconstruction can be a good investment--but like all investments, there are inherent risks.

Either way, just make sure you make a well-informed decision when it comes to preconstruction properties. One of the best ways you can do that is to check out the preconstruction e-book that offers information about group buying concepts that will maximize your benefits and reduce your risks.

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Tanya

Other Bad Experiences?

Have any of you had bad experiences with your realtor or lender when you were purchasing your first property? Since I don't really know the protocol or have any past experience, I don't know if what I am going through is common for the real estate market, or if I should look elsewhere for a realtor. Your comments would be much appreciated.

Tanya

Property Investment in Cyprus

Hello There,

Since I have been talking so much about purchasing real estate, I had to tell you about the Cyprus Property Boom that I've recently heard about. Although I will not personally be purchasing property in Cyprus (an island in the Mediterranean), I do recommmend it. The weather is gorgeous there, and it is absolutely a buyer's market!

If you're interested in purchasing homes in Cyprus, then check out the following article.

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Tanya

House Hunting

Hello there,

This house hunting is really taking a lot out of me. It's an exhausting process, especially when the homes I am looking at are not in the area that I currently live in. It seems like everything takes a little longer when you're doing it from a distance, and by the time I decide a like a place, it's already under contract. This has happened four times so far!

Tanya

AT&T, Cingular, ?!

I was driving along recently, just listening to the radio, and I heard a commercial that Cingular is becoming AT&T. I was like, "wait a minute, didn't AT&T recently become Cingular?" And now it's going back? I don't know what is behind this weird "reverse merger," but maybe you do, so I'm proposing it on this post. What do you think about all this? I personally think AT&T is a more widely known name than Cingular, but at the same time, maybe more people are sick of AT&T by now and want something new--like Cingular--to fit the bill.

Well, with all that said, given the new merger, it's time to take advantage of new AT&T phones from Wirefly. As you know, whenever a phone company broadcasts a name change, or a merger, or anything big, they like to offer a great new deal, so this would be a great time to get a contract with AT&T-turned-Cingular-turned-to-AT&T. I heard they are offering some really great deals, and with Wirefly, you can get an awesome new phone to go with your new contract. And I'm not talking about the junky free phones that the phone company offers (like I got with Verizon...just a sad little Samsung that's on it's last leg after being dropped on the ground, but that's another story), I'm talking about the kind of phone that people are going to think you paid big money for! For instance, one of their offers is the totally hip Apple i-Phone.

Seriously, check out Wirefly, you'll think they're too good to be true. But actually, they're just a great company with great phone deals. It's all they do, so they've made it their mission to be the best.

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Tanya

Coal?

Hello there,

I sent off an email to my realtor asking what she thought of a particularly lowball offer for the home that I like, but that will need LOTS of updates. It's basically frozen in the 70s, and it's going to take a lot of money to make it look nice. That includes a completely renovated kitchen and of course, new carpeting or hardwood floors, and obviously new paint. It needs a lot, so I don't want to start off with a huge mortgage. But it's in a great neighborhood, so if I could fix it up, I would have a real gem.

Right now, it's a diamond in the rough...but maybe it's just coal.
Tanya

ReadyShipper by TrueShip

Attention to all eCommerce companies--this post is for you!

If you haven't yet heard about TrueShip - Shipping Software, then now is the time. TrueShip is a shipping software developer that caters to small and mid-sized companies . They have a program called ReadyShipper that can get you started with everything you need to import, organize, and route your order information efficiently. Although I'm not personally in eCommerce, I know a few people who are, and I'm definitely going to clue them in to ReadyShipper. If you check them out and you like their products, make sure to let me know!

For a great demo of their Shipping Software, click here.

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Tanya

Choosing an area

Hello there,

One of the most important things about making sure I get the right townhouse is actually SEEING it. For many people, this is no big deal, but for me, it's a problem, because the townhouses I'm looking at are relatively far away, and it's not easy for me to just drive around and look at places. But at the same time, I want to make sure I know the neighborhood before I put an offer on a home. Does anyone know of any good websites to get demographics on an area, or even descriptions of certain communities?

So far, I'm basing most of my information on epodunk.com

Tanya

Charleston Boat Detailing

Hello there,

Meteorologically speaking, spring is here (it began on March 1st), and I can already feel the air changing--becoming warmer, more mild and balmy, and just wonderful in general.

With the weather getting nicer, more and more people are going out and purchasing boats. And it seems like the cool new thing to do is get your boat detailed--and I don't just mean writing the name of your boat on the side. That's for people that just don't really care HOW their boat looks, and I'm sure you're not one of those people!

You'd be amazed at the kind of detailing that is available to boat owners these days. Overall, the best boat detailing I've found has been with the Charleston boat company. Their detailing is not only precise and beautiful, but also durable and high quality, which is particularly important on an object like a boat that is always exposed to the elements.

So whether you already own a boat and want to update the detailing or if you are thinking about purchasing a boat in the near future, Charleston boat is the best place to go, bar none. And they have a convenient website where you can learn all about them from the comfort of your home!

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Tanya

Deciding on a home

Hello there,

Well I have definitely decided on the area where I want to live, but I still need to think about whether I want to get a "fixer upper" or a new home. Moreover, I need to decide whether I want to go with one of the places I really like now, or if it would be better to wait until the spring, when the real estate business picks up.

Any suggestions?
Tanya

Backup

You know a website means business when they have a really awesome domain name. I bet IBackup of IBackup - Online Backup and Storage is just such a site. Think about it, if they weren't serious into doing business they could probably sell a domain name like that for several thousand dollars. But they wouldn't do that. They're quickly becoming a leader in online backup and storage, and with the way the internet is progressing, that's gonna be a big sector really soon. Laptops are getting smaller and more mobile...wireless internet is popping up more and more places...having all of your files stored online as opposed to a hard drive is certainly starting to make a ton of sense.

Training the boss

You'd think that my boss would be helping me do my job. But it's the other way around. She's the new one here at the box company and still doesn't understand the computer software we use. Not that I'm an expert, but I know more than she does. They should've just hired me to be the boss!