Monday, November 12, 2007

Apartment Renting Tips for Back-to-School College Students

After the summer many college students will be headed back to their schools. Some will need to move to their apartments. They need do some homework before signing a rental agreement, just as they study for their classes. They have to sit down with their fellow roommates and agree on some basic rules to have proper understanding and coordination between them. I was suggested the same when I moved to Chicago apartments for my studies way from some miles. Let me share them for back-to-school college students who are renting apartment.

Before you sign a rental agreement make sure that you understood the terms and conditions. Confirm whether you need to sign a lease or you will have to pay every month? There are two types of rental agreements, month-to-month agreement and a lease that specifies the amount of time you must remain in the apartment and your rent can’t be raised during that time. When is the rent due? What is the latest date rent will be accepted before a late fee is charged? How much is the late fee? What is the security deposit amount? Is there any special fee like cleaning, application or holding fee? Any utilities available and how are they charged? How about allowing pets?

These tips will help back-to-school college students get into their rental apartment with ease.

Thursday, November 8, 2007

Home Office Furniture Buying Tips

If you are a solo worker, the workplace design will simply depend on your individual needs. Furniture will become a considerable concern if you begin to employ other people and they work in your home office. Instead of putting individual requirements first, the needs of the group should receive primary consideration.

Here are some tips for buying your office furniture:
  • Define your furniture requirements by what you and your employees need to work effectively. In providing more collaborative environments, you need to ask these questions: What kind of furniture do we need? Tables for meetings? Acoustical panels for privacy?
  • Generate a list of the minimum furniture you require to avoid buying things that you do not need. Space would be a problem for most home offices.
  • Buy furniture for its functionality, not for image. If furniture is not appropriate for the way your people work, it becomes impractical.
  • Consider leasing or renting furniture, particularly if you need 100 percent financing. This will increase your flexibility as your company grows or shrinks. Leasing is best if you expect to upgrade your furniture quickly and if you don't expect to cancel your lease before it is finished. However, if you can afford to pay cash, then buy the furniture to avoid the financing and leasing expense. Buying the furniture is also advisable if you plan to own it for quite a while.
  • Think about the health and safety of your employees - be sure to consider comfort and ergonomics. The wrong desk and chair can make you and your employees susceptible to ergonomic disorders such as backache, headaches, eyestrain and other irritations and inconveniences.
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Tuesday, November 6, 2007

Is it the Time to Change Your Car???

At one point, every car driver is to be scheduled to replace their existing car. Whether you are intending to trade in your car, or to take your time selling it to a private party, there is certain footwork that you should do to ensure the best possible outcome. It is to your best interest to convert the condition of your car into a presentable selling worthy.

First of all, get the car inspected, get your mechanics opinion on the car, this would prevent the dealers and the private buyers from claiming nonexistent problems. Then you need to dust and vacuum all surfaces, remove all apparent stains, empty the ashtrays, empty the trunk, glove box, and all storage compartments. Do not neglect the importance of topping off all fluids, including and not limited to engine oil, and coolants; transmission and power steering fluids.

After you have prepared the physical appearance, you now need to make sure you have the title, and find out the balance on any loans if applicable. Last but not least, place ads, and remember the broader your targeted base, the higher you can get for your car. When selling your car, you are to go through preparation, pricing, and finally placing ads.

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