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Do I Need Fancy Cleaners?

It is SuperBowl Sunday! There are going to be a lot of living rooms filled with football fans enjoying the big game. There is going to be some emotional highs and lows through out the game. Drinks and food is going to get spilled. Afterwards there will be some cleaning that need to be done. Depending on wild the party gets will depend on how much cleaning will need to be done. In preparation fo...

Gas Mileage Lies

On morning news there was a sniped about a lady who sued Honda for misrepresentation of their gas mileage. It was in small claims court, but still won $10,000. Interesting! It has become pretty much accepted, by all of us, what the sticker gas mileage would be under ideal condition. I am glad someone has stepped up to say, "We are not going to take it anymore!" When I look at different makes...

Touch Screen Desktop Computers

I first saw touch screens computers in the food processing industry back in the late 90's. Since then the technology and the price has been slowly been dropping. As a result we now see more cell phones with touch screens than without. The overall adoption of a touch screen desktop computer has been slow mostly because of the cost. We are seeing the price going under the $1,000 mark. This makes ...

Social Responsible Buying

Last week the name Foxconn and Apple were in all the headlines. It was not about great profits, or some new electronic gadget. It was about the inhumane treatment of the workers in China. What is interesting to note is that Foxconn does not just manufacture electronics for Apple. Foxconn manufacture over 50% of the electronics sold in the United States. Mistreatment of works or labors misbeh...

Secrets of Shopping Wal Mart

Midday on any Saturday or Sunday, at Wal Mart, finds families and couples getting their weekly shopping done. We are at the end of January. People are starting to recover from the Christmas shopping madness. Walking we were greeted by a your 60 oriental lady. I think it is great that Wal Mart seek to find jobs for elderly on fixed incomes. After a quick stop by the cosmetic section for some...

Search for a Practical Usable Tablet

Since before Thanksgiving I have been slowing giving into the idea of getting a tablet. I have looked at all the major brands of tablets and eReaders. I have been trying to imagine how often I would use it. I watch how other people would use their tablets. While attending a local trade show I noticed a large majority of the vendors were using iPads. There were only a few who had other tablets....

Cruise or Not to Cruise

Here we are at the end of January 2012. Texas is getting heavy rains. Snow and Cold is covering most all of the northern hemisphere. I close my eyes and think of a hot summer day with the sun beating down on may face. Then in an instant, I jump into a nice cool swimming pool. Yes, what better time to plan a summer vacation than when the chilling cold is biting your bones, and the sky is all gloomy...

When Not to File an Insurance Claim

Have you been in an auto accident or had water damage from the washing machine over flowing? Then got on the phone calling your insurance company for a claim that was only for a few hundred dollars. Did you know you do not have to file an insurance claim every time you are eligible to file. If you read your insurance policy carefully, you will find you will be penalized if you file ...

Groupon Coupon Yollar Crazy

I a generally stay away from the whole cutting of coupons. The putting them into an organized folder, and taking this big folder to the grocery store. In addition I get frustrated when I have to look for the brand and size of soda matches my coupon. The few time I did take coupons, I found myself spending about the same amount of money, while getting stuff I would not normally get. It is one ...

Tax Season Cometh

From the end of January to April 15th is the traditional season for getting our taxes done. Some of us procrastinate so much we have to file an extension with the IRS. Accountants, bookkeepers, and those who do tax preparation are busy. In the grand scheme of things we need to pay taxes to we can get services from our government like fire, police, and military. Still we do not need to pay more t...

Mortgage Update

Posted By: The Shopping Nazi on November 2, 2010 in Finance, Home, Housing - Comments: Comments Off

We are weeks away from Christmas. I you are like me, I am thinking more about having enough money for Christmas than what is happen with mortgage. However, for those who are still looking to buy a new home there is a few update I want to share with you.

Considering everything that has happen in the past few years. Loans given out to people who should not of have gotten. Other folks who found themselves out of work facing foreclosure. Banks and loan institutions have tighten what qualifies for a home loan.

Craig Ballhagen over at MyFirstBoiseHome.com wrote on his blog about how Idaho mortgage guidelines are constantly changing. It is very important for future home buyers to take the time to be informed.

Shopping for a Dodge Sprinter

Posted By: The Shopping Nazi on July 28, 2010 in Automotive - Comments: 1 Comment »

If you have not notice there has been some funny looking work van starting to show up in the past few years. They are thinner and smaller than the traditional work utility van the plumber or electrician usually drives around. This uncommon looking van is the Dodge Sprinter.

According to Car and Driver, Mercedes-Benz has been building a commercial van since 1995. This different kind of van first showed up in the United States in 2003.

Idaho Housing Rates Guild Best for Boise Home Idaho Loans

Posted By: Craig Ballhagen on February 2, 2010 in Food - Comments: 1 Comment »

Idaho Housing Authority named Guild Mortgage of Boise Idaho the number one lender in the third quarter. That is quite and statement and should give any Realtor or potential home buyer another great reason to consider Guild Mortgage Idaho for their next purchase transaction.

These days in the real estate world, home loans have become a challenging undertaking. That is why it is so important to establish a lasting relationship with a professional lending institution, such as Guild.

Boise Idaho Fundraisers and Charity Organizations

Posted By: The Shopping Nazi on December 8, 2009 in Announcements, Christmas - Comments: Comments Off

Because of the current economic conditions, many individuals are in need of our help, this holiday season. That is why I encourage you to one of the organizations that is listed below and make someone’s Christmas a little brighter.

In today’ uncertain economy, many segments of our Treasure Valley population are going without. Being involved with fundraising and giving to charities is a great way to show support for the Boise community and help individuals who need it most. The post is designed to be a local resource for Boise residents to share with others and promote goodwill.

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