Considering A Loan To Buy A Hot Tub Or Any Other Big Ticket Item?

Home Improvement Projects Can Increase The Value Of Your Home
Written by: Emerson Lockwood | Distributed: 2010-06-17 | Word Count: 578 | Page Views: 6122 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.22
Home improvement projects can improve the look and value of your home dramatically. Though in some cases, using a home improvement project as a way to increase the value of your home can actually backfire and cost you money. So how will you be able to tell if the project that you have planned will add to the value of your home or decrease the value of your home?

Hot Tub Installation Planning Guide
Written by: Emerson Lockwood | Distributed: 2008-12-30 | Word Count: 1347 | Page Views: 6787 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.64
Now that you have made the decision to purchase a hot tub, you need to think long and hard about where you will place your new hot tub. Basically, you have three choices for a location; indoors, outdoors or inside a screened in porch. The choice is completely up to you as to where you put it, but there are many considerations that you should take into account before you make your decision.

Buying Guide and Tips To Get More Life Out Of Your Clothes Dryer
Written by: Emerson Lockwood | Distributed: 2007-01-09 | Word Count: 1681 | Page Views: 4022 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.50
Buying a clothes dryer for your home is a fairly simple decision process. Once you have read this report, your buying decision might even be a bit easier.

How To Choose A Fireplace or Heating Stove For Your Home
Written by: Emerson Lockwood | Distributed: 2007-01-03 | Word Count: 647 | Page Views: 3179 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.38
Before deciding the type of fireplace that would be best for you and the model that you would like to own, keep in mind some of the following points:

Add Natural Lighting To Your Home
Written by: Emerson Lockwood | Distributed: 2006-12-28 | Word Count: 1110 | Page Views: 5312 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.64
The addition of simple natural light to a remodeling project can have a huge impact on your level of satisfaction. A well designed home that maximizes the use of natural lighting without compromising energy efficiency brings extra sunshine into your life.

Guide to Understanding 'Green' Home Remodeling
Written by: Emerson Lockwood | Distributed: 2006-12-20 | Word Count: 797 | Page Views: 3344 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 1.78
Americans are now spending up to 160 billion each year on remodeling their homes and businesses. A fraction of this money has been focused on what is known as "green construction". Green construction or remodeling is using energy saving, recycled products, and is experiencing nothing less than a renaissance or rebirth. You can help restore a significant portion of the world's ecosystems by using "green construction". Such a practice can also help create a healthier indoor environment for your family.

A Checklist of Hot Tub Features
Written by: Emerson Lockwood | Distributed: 2006-09-28 | Word Count: 724 | Page Views: 4061 | Votes: 19 | Rating: 1.84
What do people look for in a hot tub? The answer is as varied as the customer, but most hot tubs come with a set of standard features. In this article, we will examine the features that matter most to people shopping for a hot tub or spa.

How To Pay For The Finer Things In Life
Written by: Emerson Lockwood | Distributed: 2006-09-28 | Word Count: 605 | Page Views: 2863 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 0.55
Everyone likes to enjoy luxury, but often the average consumer does not consider himself financially able to do so. The truth is, that with a good budget and smart financial planning, many people can afford to treat themselves to fineries they may not have considered a possibility.

The Big Decision: Hot Tub Or Swimming Pool?
Written by: Emerson Lockwood | Distributed: 2006-09-27 | Word Count: 747 | Page Views: 4981 | Votes: 18 | Rating: 2.50
Many homeowners look for ways to add comfort, luxury, and value to their properties. There are many ways in which a homeowner might increase the appraised value of their home, but perhaps the most popular is installing a swimming pool or hot tub.

Treat Yourself To The Finer Things In Life - A Shopping List
Written by: Emerson Lockwood | Distributed: 2006-09-08 | Word Count: 943 | Page Views: 3069 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.71
There are a limitless number of ways that you can spend your hard earned money. What you choose to spend your money on is really a matter of what is important to you and what you find to be fun or worthwhile. Some people spend a great deal of their money on hobbies, while others spend it on top-of-the-line luxury items. Here is a shopping list of luxury items that have my attention.

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From Becoming the Perfect Stranger to the Perfect Partner
Written by: Kandice Skaggs | Distributed: 2013-10-15 | Word Count: 843 | Page Views: 2456 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 0.67
Although we are aware of people who have fostered good relationships out of online dating, it doesn't happen all the time. As a matter of fact, most of them fail because of a slew of reasons. Here are some reminders on how to walk that ground so you can become just the right partner that another has been dying to meet.

Choosing Rainwear
Written by: Rathi Niyogi | Distributed: 2010-11-04 | Word Count: 741 | Page Views: 3524 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 2.00
Rainwear does more than simply keep out rain or snow, it protects from wind, cold, and chemical splashes. Your choice of rainwear depends on the expected weather, the expected temperatures, your planned activities, and your budget. Rainwear materials and designs greatly affect the performance you can expect. There are three major types of rainwear:

Celebrity Perfume Gift Sets Are Always Welcome
Written by: Robert Moore | Distributed: 2010-08-05 | Word Count: 736 | Page Views: 3419 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00
Perfume is one of the best gifts for your loved ones on almost every occasion, whether it is Valentine's Day, Birthday, Wedding Anniversary, or even Christmas Day.

Best Cologne Gift Sets Are A Great Idea For Men
Written by: Robert Moore | Distributed: 2010-07-29 | Word Count: 770 | Page Views: 3489 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.50
Hair, clothing and looks are important, but the right cologne transforms a man. Giving him the confidence to know he smells good when approaching beautiful women in a club or giving a presentation for work. When it comes to fragrances for men companies now understand that men want to smell good while attending parties, formal events, the office, on a date or simply while relaxing at home.

Must-See 2010 Summer Music Festivals
Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2010-04-28 | Word Count: 885 | Page Views: 3597 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 0.67
One of the best things about summer, at least for music fans, is the plethora of music festivals held all across the country and all though out the season. These festivals bring together dozens of great bands usually for more than one day and usually on more than one stage.

How Does A Blu-ray Disc Work?
Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2010-04-27 | Word Count: 444 | Page Views: 4294 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 1.00
Blu-ray Players are all the rage in home entertainment, but how exactly does a Blu-ray disc work and why is it so much better than a regular DVD disc or system? Read this informative article to discover how a Blu-ray disc works.

Understanding Personal Injury Law and Knowing When You Need a Personal Injury Lawyer
Written by: Keith Stachowiak | Distributed: 2010-03-10 | Word Count: 497 | Page Views: 2883
When in an accident caused by someone else's carelessness or deliberate actions, one of the first thoughts that goes through most people's minds after the panic and relief subsides, is whether they should seek out a personal injury lawyer. Before you make this decision, you should know what personal injury law is, whether you even need a personal injury lawyer, and when you should choose one.

Tattoos Have Transformed From Mom To Artwork Of The 21st Century
Written by: Bree Levine | Distributed: 2010-02-25 | Word Count: 554 | Page Views: 4493 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 0.50
You could call it a 21st century art form: people use their bodies as living displays of what they care about in the form of pictorial art. Over time, tattoo artists have become more and more sophisticated, able to create complex and well-executed designs.

The Best Traditions And Advice For The Tattooing Experience
Written by: Eileen Howerton | Distributed: 2010-02-24 | Word Count: 566 | Page Views: 2913 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 0.00
The ritual of tattooing and adorning the body with ink and color has been a tradition for centuries. Tattooing is definitely not a fad, or a practice reserved to any particular element of society. It is a tradition that has been found in all parts of the world, in different sects of society.

Shopping Online to Save Time and Money
Written by: Janet Davis | Distributed: 2009-12-31 | Word Count: 880 | Page Views: 2942 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 2.50
There is a certain convenience in shopping from the comfort of one's own home, a convenience that has been met in the past through mail-order catalogs, shopping television channels, and home-delivered grocery services. With the advent of the Internet and the World Wide Web, this trend has reached its culmination and most elegant expression yet.

Pearl Necklace Clasps
Written by: Norma Jones | Distributed: 2006-08-04 | Word Count: 1546 | Page Views: 27398 | Votes: 50 | Rating: 2.80
The clasp on a strand of pearls is both the frosting and sugar sprinkles on a cake. In addition to keeping the necklace fastened, the clasp should also complement you and your pearls. As your necklace and bracelet are regularly restrung, you can also update the clasps to meet your changing needs.

Be Prepared - The Pros And Cons of Non-Lethal Self-Defense Weapons
Written by: Brodie Abbot | Distributed: 2006-11-14 | Word Count: 938 | Page Views: 19160 | Votes: 39 | Rating: 2.31
In today's world, there are many means by which people can protect themselves. When thinking about self-defense, many people only consider martial arts or firearms. In truth, these are only two options from an array of self-defense mechanisms available. Through increased use in recent years, the advantages and disadvantages of stun guns, tasers, and pepper spray have become clear. All three items offer non-lethal means of protection, but one of them may be more appropriate than the others in a given situation.

Real and Imitation Pearls
Written by: Norma Jones | Distributed: 2006-06-22 | Word Count: 773 | Page Views: 12947 | Votes: 29 | Rating: 2.97
We are often asked how to tell if pearls are real or imitation. To start, we'll need to look at pearl growth and different types of imitation pearls. Then, we'll look at different pearl tests.

Alberta Angling Tournaments: Spectacular Scenery, Big Purses
Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2006-10-30 | Word Count: 963 | Page Views: 10015 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.83
Alberta's fishing tournaments pit angler against angler in a quest for the biggest shimmering walleye and a slice of the $60,600 (Cdn) in prize money.

Emma Watson Is A Real Sweet Pea
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-02-06 | Word Count: 424 | Page Views: 9077 | Votes: 23 | Rating: 2.22
Harry Potter co-star Emma Watson, who plays super-smart Hermione Granger, turned sweet sixteen on April 15, 2006. From all accounts, she's as sweet as any sixteen-year-old can be. So sweet, in fact, that her birth flower is the sweet pea!

How To Choose The Right Mold Testing Firm
Written by: Daryl Watters | Distributed: 2007-07-05 | Word Count: 566 | Page Views: 9012 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 3.00
You may be ill because of mold in your home or place of employment, your property value may fall because of mold that bleach and paint just cannot control. If you have a compromised immune system mold may even grow in you lungs or other parts of your body in the form of a systemic fungal infection. However, no requirements exist for mold inspectors nor mold remediators in most states. When choosing a mold testing firm be sure that the professional is familiar with the following.

Celebrities And Their Favorite Flower Finds
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2007-12-19 | Word Count: 756 | Page Views: 8933 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.20
While we all have our own choices of favorite flowers, the top picks for the latest flower trends and bouquets take more than a trip to the local florist.

Bosses Day: 25 Wallet-Friendly Gift Ideas
Written by: Darlene Arechederra | Distributed: 2006-08-23 | Word Count: 799 | Page Views: 8888 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.67
Bosses Day is right around the corner again -- but no need to panic! You still have plenty of time to find a great gift. The good news is that finding the perfect gift for your boss doesn't need to drain your wallet. Read on for some practical and low-cost gift ideas, including gifts for bosses with special circumstances.

How To Tell If Your Clothes Are Dirty
Written by: Theresa Bane | Distributed: 2008-05-28 | Word Count: 1984 | Page Views: 7848 | Votes: 18 | Rating: 3.72
If you are the type of person who wears clothes, like, t-shirts for example, than this is an article for you. You may not be aware of it, but your favorite t-shirt that has a clever or funny saying emblazoned across it's width can actually reach a level of funk that requires it to be laundered.

Why Sterling Silver Jewelry?
Written by: Robert Vayner | Distributed: 2007-09-24 | Word Count: 641 | Page Views: 7075 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 4.25
Silver jewelry speaks to your soul. Silver jewelry shines. Silver is cool, inviting and has been molded into jewelry pieces for centuries. Sterling silver accentuates your clothing, especially when worn with black or other dark colors. And best of all, it's affordable!

Private Label Bottled Water And School Fund Raising
Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-04-24 | Word Count: 1130 | Page Views: 5052 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.89
Like most organizations, schools in the United States are subject to constant budget stress. Important athletic and scholastic programs are subject to budget cuts as demographics change and taxpayers become increasingly budget aware. As a result, schools include fund raising resources in their planning for programs.

Get Peace Of Mind With These 10 Questions For Your Jeweler
Written by: Marc Choyt | Distributed: 2007-09-06 | Word Count: 1039 | Page Views: 2603 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.86
Many consumers want to purchase ethically sourced jewelry yet they do not know enough about this emerging product category to even begin to talk to their jewelry. This article provides knowledge and the right questions to empower the consumer interested in purchasing social responsible jewelry.

Paris Hilton's Family Understands The Relaxation Of Flowers
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-04-23 | Word Count: 389 | Page Views: 3402 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.83
Ask Paris Hilton what she thinks of flowers and she's likely to give her trademark response, "They're hot!" And, I'm certain that if you walk into any hotel in the Hilton line and you're very likely to see some beautiful flowers adorning the lobby and other public areas. That's because people in the decorating and design industry, such as those responsible for the interior design of Hilton hotels, understand that flowers are an excellent way to make people feel welcome and relaxed.

Tea: Ordering Green Tea Online
Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2007-06-05 | Word Count: 890 | Page Views: 4159 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.83
If you've started to become a green tea enthusiast, no doubt you've realized that there are an overwhelming number of green teas from which to choose. Just the number of green teas varieties in China are too many to list. You may have an interest in trying them all – but that will take you quite a while!

Do It Yourself Mold Testing Kits
Written by: Daryl Watters | Distributed: 2007-05-29 | Word Count: 729 | Page Views: 5520 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.78
If you feel that you have a mold problem, you can save money on a mold inspection by buying a mold testing kit from your local South Florida building supply store.

Lindsay Lohan's Color Sense
Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-03-27 | Word Count: 400 | Page Views: 3467 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.75
Young movie starlet Lindsay Lohan has recently begun to be noticed for her fashion sense, including her oft-changing hair color. The use of color is certainly important in the fashion industry, but there's another industry where it's perhaps even more important-the floral industry.

How To Tell If Your Clothes Are Dirty
Written by: Theresa Bane | Distributed: 2008-05-28 | Word Count: 1984 | Page Views: 7848 | Votes: 18 | Rating: 3.72
If you are the type of person who wears clothes, like, t-shirts for example, than this is an article for you. You may not be aware of it, but your favorite t-shirt that has a clever or funny saying emblazoned across it's width can actually reach a level of funk that requires it to be laundered.

Odors From Hidden Mold And Your Health
Written by: Daryl Watters | Distributed: 2008-05-14 | Word Count: 1717 | Page Views: 4237 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.71
Article on the often overlooked health effects of exposure to microbial volatile organic compounds or mvoc also known as mold odor. How mold odor can cause indoor air quality problems from home owners and building occupants, and how mold inspectors testing for spores often overlook this potential health threat.

Bosses Day: 25 Wallet-Friendly Gift Ideas
Written by: Darlene Arechederra | Distributed: 2006-08-23 | Word Count: 799 | Page Views: 8888 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.67
Bosses Day is right around the corner again -- but no need to panic! You still have plenty of time to find a great gift. The good news is that finding the perfect gift for your boss doesn't need to drain your wallet. Read on for some practical and low-cost gift ideas, including gifts for bosses with special circumstances.

Eco Friendly Home Accents Are in Demand
Written by: Kris Bond | Distributed: 2009-03-03 | Word Count: 632 | Page Views: 3071 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.67
The Eco Friendly trend continues to grow.... not falling short of entering the home. For the past several years manufacturers of all the different industries and local retail stores have been in search of ways to save the environment - or at least preserve what can be.