JS Properties, LLC, maintains that the primary difference between leasing to commercial clients as opposed to residential tenants is the lease terms and conditions. Commercial lease terms are generally longer and have more legal connotations than residential. The importance of carefully screening prospective tenants, points out JS Properties LLC, is vital to the process. A responsible, reliable tenant can make all the difference when leasing a property. Joyce Smotherman, owner and manager of JS Properties, LLC, also notes that professional property management for commercial leases has many benefits in addition to tenant screening.

Marketing and showing the properties, negotiating lease terms, changing the locks from previous lessees, ensuring prompt payment of rents due and handling any maintenance issues, says JS Properties, LLC, are just some of the responsibilities that a professional management firm will handle.

JS Properties, LLC says there are also the legal aspects involved with zoning and codes restrictions, in putting up signs and other considerations when leasing commercial real estate. All signs must meet the requirements for dimensions, height and other criteria before they can be erected. According to JS Properties, LLC there are also different zoning rules and codes requirements for different types of businesses and those rules must be researched and adhered to before a lease agreement can be implemented.

Joyce Smotherman of JS Properties, LLC, with over twenty-five years experience in the real estate business and complete dedication to her customers and clients, insures that every aspect of the commercial leasing process is handled professionally, in a timely manner and in the best interests of all parties involved.

First of all, according to the team at Homes by Vanderbuilt, modular homebuilders, including Homes by Vanderbuilt, build thousands of homes at one factory. The materials used by the builder, whether it’s Homes by Vanderbuilt or another contractor, are purchased in bulk. These reduced costs are passed on to the home buyer.

The next reason that Homes by Vanderbuilt modular homes are less expensive than stick-built houses, says Homes by Vanderbuilt, is that no time is lost due to weather delays. If you think of the times that construction crews and machinery sit idle on outdoor sites, says one Homes by Vanderbuilt professional, waiting for a break in the rain, you’ll realize how much of a savings in labor costs alone the controlled Homes by Vanderbuilt factory environment provides.

Similarly, factory construction crews at Homes by Vanderbuilt have experience at specific tasks for error-free and faster completion than on-site crews who may have to attempt to cover several jobs due to fewer employees. Vandalism is not an issue either, points out Homes by Vanderbuilt, with each piece of the Homes by Vanderbuilt modular home secure until assembly.

Lastly, there is a unique timeline in modular construction by companies like Homes by Vanderbuilt that speeds up the entire process by as much as half that of traditional methods. While the Homes by Vanderbuilt factory teams are building the structure in the Homes by Vanderbuilt facility, work crews at the building site are preparing the foundation. A faster completion date by a modular home builder like Homes by Vanderbuilt serves to reduce the term of a building loan, often resulting in a savings on the amount of interest paid by the buyer.

What Customers Are Saying About Homes by Vanderbuilt:

Julie and I were very impressed with Homes by Vanderbuilt’s attentiveness to our concerns and the attention to detail of their work. These [Homes by Vanderbuilt] guys are most outstanding. Many thanks again for sending the best!
James & Julie – Stanfield, NC

“The [Homes by Vanderbuilt] trim crew did a great job! I would like to recommend this Homes by Vanderbuilt crew to anyone. Yes, they need a special reward for their outstanding service. Cheers to them!”
Anthony & Angela – Fayetteville, NC

“[Homes by Vanderbuilt] showed great craftsmanship and were very courteous and prompt. We enjoyed having them as our finish crew. Homes by Vanderbuilt was very professional and knowledgeable. We were very pleased with their work.”
Ward – Clarendon, NC

Homes by Vanderbuilt has been established for over thirty years and offers modular housing to residents in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia where Homes by Vanderbuilt serves as a licensed general contractor. Homes by Vanderbuilt is located in Sanford, North Carolina and its showrooms offer more than 100 floor plans from which to choose.

In Italian, the word pizza is used for any type of baked or fried flat bread. Flat bread is a popular food in the Mediterranean. It is no coincidence, adds Chef Ben Vaughn, that the more Middle Eastern cultures of the Mediterranean developed a kind of flat bread that we call pita. Many cultures were using their own version of the easy to make flat bread as a staple of their diet. The flat bread would be used as a vehicle for all sorts of foods. But pizza as we know it, reports Chef Ben Vaughn, came from Naples. More precisely, continues Chef Ben Vaughn, pizza as we know it did not exist until tomatoes became widely cultivated and reached the Italian dinner table.

But the basic idea of pizza existed before the tomato, according to Chef Ben Vaughn. Starting as early as the year 1000, even before tomatoes, there are records of pizza in Italy. They were flat bread meals dressed with garlic and olive oil. Sometimes, adds Chef Ben Vaughn, the flat bread was dressed with cheese, anchovies, or other local fish. The Italians of that millennium called these pizza dishes laganae or picea. Chef Ben Vaughn reports that these flat bread meals were baked over an open fire. Sometimes they were folded over, to hold more filling, and thus the calzone, cousin to the pizza, was born.

So the next time you eat a pizza, suggests Chef Ben Vaughn, take a moment to consider just how long this masterpiece of the dinner table has been around. You’ll find that you are eating part of a long and distinguished history.

Founded by visionary Richard Spanton, Jr., Mastercraft Exteriors is a nationwide leader in roofing, gutters, and siding.

White Bear Lake, MN, August 29, 2009 — During his childhood, Richard Spanton, Jr. was taught many skills of the land. When he wasn’t playing hockey, his father was teaching him the essentials of farming and animal husbandry.

In his adulthood, with a firm grasp of the realities of a life lived off the land, Richard Spanton, Jr. decided that industrial fortification promised a sound financial future. A family man with agricultural roots, Mastercraft Exteriors is his full-service home exteriors company.

Richard Spanton, Jr. founded Mastercraft Exeriors in 1996.  He had seen firsthand the damage and anxiety inflicted upon his neighbors by extreme weather conditions. He wanted to help those members of his community by being a contractor they could trust.

“We want to provide you with a long lasting professional relationship,” says Mastercraft Exteriors founder, Richard Spanton, Jr. “A relationship that gives you a sense of comfort when your job is finished.”

Since those early shop days, the Mastercraft Exteriors enterprise has grown into a nationwide operation. Whether it’s a ferocious Midwest storm or a coastal hurricane that has damaged the exterior of your home, call Mastercraft Exteriors at their toll free number to get it fixed. They’ll even help you negotiate with your insurance company.

Contact:

Mastercraft Exteriors

2340 Country Road J

White Bear Lake, MN 55110

877-ROOFS-02 (Toll Free)

763-315-0040

www.mastercraftexteriors.com

When remodeling your home, Home Installation Professionals urge you to tap into one of your most basic human skills – communication.

When renovating your home, you’re a most valuable asset. So don’t risk disappointment by not speaking your mind.  Consistently communicate with your contractor.  Brian Weinstock, a prominent name in the field, urges homeowners to establish a rapport with their contractor.  Set expectations together, review your plan often, and talk through issues as soon as they arise – not near the end of the project.

Many people hire a contractor, and then expect the renovation to magically appear at the end of their wait.  Though it is the contractor’s job to produce labor and materials, they are not mind readers.  A seasoned contractor like Brian Weinstock expects that, if you have a question or a doubt about a particular project, you will communicate with him before that project is far along.

“Selecting a contractor is a very important decision,” agrees Tom Black, an Illinois homeowner who contracted Brian Weinstock of Home Installation Professionals. “It’s not only about the total cost of the job or the timing of the job.  It’s about choosing to be in a close relationship with your contractor while making some big decisions.”

Choose a veteran contractor like Brian Weinstock.  Call around.  Find someone who is available and responsive.  Remember to communicate periodically with your contractor.  In this way you will preemptively iron out any kinks before they become expensive and taxing problems.

Contact:

Brian Weinstock

Home Installation Professionals

Covering all of Northeastern Illinois

847-804-8012

www.homeinstallations.com

Have you heard it said that cleanliness is next to godliness? Well, if you’ve got a furnace, cleaning or replacing the filters once a month will keep it working at top efficiency. Also clean your air registers, baseboard heaters, and radiators as needed, and make sure they’re not blocked by furniture, carpeting, or drapes. It won’t guarantee holiness, but you will save money on your heating bills.

Do you have a gas furnace or stove? Then you might consider a gas hot water heater as well. You’ll save money extending the gas line to your water heater, as natural gas and propane water heaters are about 3 times less expensive to operate than their electric counterparts. This is one time when having gas can actually bring you a lot of relief.

When was the last time you had your water heater professionally inspected? It should be checked out by a certified plumbing technician a minimum of once a year. Not only will this keep it in top working order, but your unit should also be checked for possible carbon monoxide leaks. Carbon monoxide is serious business. It’s colorless, odorless, and potentially deadly. Don’t take chances with your family’ safety. It’s more than a money-saving tip, it could be a life-saving tip as well.

And speaking of safety, chemicals belong in a laboratory—not down your drain! Chemical cleaners have a triple whammy of disadvantages—they’re dangerous to use, harmful to your pipes, and polluting to the environment. A kinder, gentler, yet effective solution to clearing drains is the use of a biologically active drain cleaner.

What does that mean? All-natural, good bacteria and enzymes literally eat away the clogs in your system without damaging the pipes. Sounds gross? Well, unlike harsh chemicals, bio-cleaning products are safe for children, pets, and the planet. So go green and be clean—call A. Bailey Plumbing to get hooked up with product.

About A Bailey Plumbing

When Chris and Joanne Bailey started A Bailey Plumbing in the late eighties they had no idea how tied they would become to their community. More then twenty years later, Bailey Plumbing is known throughout the area for their slogan “same day service with a smile”. Chris is a master plumber by trade and a good friend by personality. Their business is family owned and operated and they are happy keeping it that way. “A Bailey Plumbing has built its reputation on the principles of quality service, respect, and unwavering commitment to you and your home,” Chris recently told a local group.

The firm combines good old-fashioned hard work with the most current technologies to create a service experience second to none. This speaks most clearly in both their 100% money back guarantee and their A+ accredited business rating from the Better Business Bureau. The company has been a BBB accredited business since December 2001. That means A Bailey Plumbing supports the BBB’s services to the public and meets BBB Accreditation standards. A Bailey Plumbing is fully licensed and bonded as well as registered with the New Jersey State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers.

CALL 800-392-3981 TODAY! Or Contact us via E-MAIL at info@abaileyplumbing.com

Is it time to remodel?  There are a lot of contractors out there.  How will you decide?  Before plunging in, look into long standing organizations, like Home Installation Professionals.

Nearly all contractors have the rudimentary skills necessary to produce a new kitchen or bathroom for an eager client.  But a select few go above and beyond.  It is the consumer’s responsibility to dig deeper than just a low-ball price and an impressive truck full of tools.

Always research contractors and home remodeling firms.  Do they have the experience to back up their claims?  Look for a contractor who is a member of their business community.  A contractor like Brian Weinstock, who has a base of dedicated professionals to bring their combined expertise to bear on your project.

“Know exactly what you are getting,” counsels Brian Weinstock, “and in turn have a much better chance of making the perfect investment.”

For example, is your prospective contractor operating under the auspices of a particular trade organization?  Is he or she licensed and bonded in your state?  Does he, like Brian Weinstock of Home Installation Professionals, have access to the design professionals and skilled tradesman necessary to bring your remodel to completion?

Brian Weinstock is an educator, engineer, builder and home inspector with over 31 years experience in the field. He holds degrees from Southern Illinois University Carbondale and College of Lake County, Grayslake.  He currently owns and operates Home Installation Professionals, faithfully serving all of Northeastern Illinois.

Contact:

Brian Weinstock

Home Installation Professionals

Covering all of Northeastern Illinois

847-804-8012

www.homeinstallations.com

CARMACK MOVING SAYS “DON’T HIT A SOUR NOTE WHEN MOVING A PIANO”

by Robert Carmack, carmackmoving.com

There are many funny cartoons and movies that feature situations involving people trying to move a big heavy piano. Pianos can be very difficult to move, especially if they’re heavy antiques and heirlooms passed on from generations and you don’t utilize professionals like CarmackMoving.com. Here are some ways for you to move your piano to another room, or if you want to bring your piano with you as you move residences.

The grand piano is the first thing that comes to mind when people say “piano.” The strings of a grand piano are laid out horizontally along a specially-shaped case. Most grand pianos are used for ballrooms, auditoriums, music halls, and are often rented out for recitals and other formal functions.

CarmackMoving.com reminds you that he strings, keys, and hammer mechanisms of a grand piano are quite sensitive; you may accidentally cause the strings to go out of tune if you move the grand piano the wrong way. The lacquered case of a grand piano may also get pitted, chipped, or scratched.

If you do not use a professional service such as CarmackMoving.com you will need at least three people to move a grand piano. To move a grand piano, follow these steps:

1. Secure the lid of the piano with elastic bands or nylon straps.
2. Lift the piano from the front left leg, and carefully prop it on a jack.
3. Remove the front left leg, and carefully position the corner on the piano skid.
4. Remove the rear left leg, and lower the piano to its flat side on the skid.
5. Lift the piano up, using the edge of the piano as a lever. Once the piano is propped up on its flat side, remove the front right leg of the piano.
6. Protect the piano on the skid with blankets or other padding, and secure the instrument with cables or rope.
7. Move the piano very carefully while it’s secured on the skid.

It is always best to spend the money and hire a professional such as CarmackMoving.com. Long after you have saved a little money the scratches in the lacquer remain.

Robert Carmack is the owner of Carmackmoving.com located in Chantilly, Virginia. With more than thirty years of experience in light hauling, local moving, regional moving and long haul national moving operations Mr. Carmack shares his insights from years of experience and overseeing thousands of moves through Carmackmoving.com. Carmackmoving.com may be reached at 703-378-1616. ]]> http://aicube.com/carmackmoving-com-says-%e2%80%9cdon%e2%80%99t-hit-a-sour-note-when-moving-a-piano%e2%80%9d/feed/ 1 http://aicube.com/robert-carmack-oops-carmack-moving-and-storage/ http://aicube.com/robert-carmack-oops-carmack-moving-and-storage/#comments Sat, 11 Jul 2009 08:24:39 +0000 Admin http://aicube.com/?p=35

Carmack Moving – TIPS FOR REDUCING THE STRESS OF A MAJOR MOVE

by Robert Carmack, Carmack Moving

Some of life’s simplest problems can end up being the biggest bother to solve. When it comes to moving, think simple. While professional movers such as Carmack Moving offer direction on how to plan for a move, it is still best to also think things through yourself. Once everything is packed up and ready to load, make sure the things you will need least are loaded on to the truck first. Simple common sense is needed when loading the truck. Place the box containing things like your best dishes on top of the box of books and not vice versa.

Think about the things you’ll need the first night in your new home. Pack items that serve your basic needs in a separate bag and carry it with you. Think about eating. Will your appliances be hooked up right away? Will there be a place to store food when you get there? You may even want to prepare a simple meal that you can heat and serve on your first night.

Remember to set aside items for each night you are in transition like clothes, a towel, prescription drugs, a toothbrush, and other personal items. Pack these in your car or somewhere that you can access them easily. And don’t forget plastic utensils, paper plates, paper towels, plastic cups, toilet paper, toiletries, trash bags, hand tools, a flashlight, first aid kit including pain relievers, pencil and paper, snacks, beverages, and re-closeable plastic bags.

Keep the stress level down. Take thirty minutes in the beginning of your move and address the simple issues. Thinking the basics through can avoid all of the oops! moments that can occur.

Robert Carmack is the owner of Carmack Moving located in Chantilly, Virginia. With more then thirty years of experience in light hauling, local moving, regional moving and long haul national moving operations Carmack Moving shares their insights from years of experience and overseeing thousands of moves. Carmack Moving and Storage may be reached at 703-378-1616. ]]> http://aicube.com/robert-carmack-oops-carmack-moving-and-storage/feed/ 1