Water Damage Trends and Historical Origins

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Until recently, floor coverings were usually wool, very expensive, and may or may not have had a fitted felt pad underneath to support them. Most had a backing of some kind, usually jute, and were tacked over a wood floor or concrete slab. When saturated by flooding, they were rolled-up and removed [...]

Selling at Craft Fairs: Extending Your Business Beyond the Show

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You have put hours and hours of time into your craft show. You hope that it will all be worth it. But make sure you do not judge your outcome solely on sales at the end of the day. In order to be successful at the show, you must also put some time into [...]

Selling at Craft Fairs: How to Price and Profit

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Pricing, pricing, pricing! “Where should I price my product?” is the never-ending question. Every small business owner has asked it when getting ready for a craft fair. Is the price too high? Too low? From my experience, I can tell you that the bottom line is that your time is money and that there is [...]

The Turntable And DJ Equipment In The Digital Age

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What goes around comes around. Was there ever a more appropriate phrase to describe the resurgence in the popularity of the humble turntable? The turntable has always been associated with Disc Jockey’s and DJ equipment but in recent years, with the advent of downloads, iPods and other MP3 players, for a time it looked as [...]

Entertaining on a Budget: Simple Tips for a Memorable and Inexpensive Evening

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Everyone likes to get together with a group of friends, but these days going out to a restaurant together can be pricey. If you’re trying to save money and your friends are trying to do the same, try entertaining in your home.
You don’t have to spend a whole lot to have a fun evening [...]

Customize Your Ride with Auto Meter Gauges And Stay Safe Too

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Whether you own a commuter vehicle, highway cruiser, race car, high performance street rod, or a tricked out ATV, when it comes to replacing or upgrading your gauges, auto meter gauges are the only gauges you need to look for.
Your vehicle’s gauges are a visual indication of how your vehicle is performing. Depending upon what [...]

Continued Job Growth Makes CDL Employment a Great Career Choice

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CDL employment continues to be a great choice for drivers who want a steady job with better than average pay. According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-2009 Edition, CDL drivers can expect to earn between 7.02 per hour to 18.38 per hour. Additionally, many companies offer sign-on bonuses and overtime incentives.
Individuals who are interested in [...]