Pets

Are Dog Rescue Adoption Contracts Turning Into Leases?

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In my ongoing research on dog rescue groups, I have discovered an alarming change that some groups are making in their adoption contracts. A new article is being added to the contract that effectively gives the rescue group the “right” to Get back the dog you adopted to anytime in the future.

A rescue group from a puppy mill near my home added the following item to their adoption contract during the summer of 2011:

I agree that a representative of (name of rescue group) may periodically wish to see the dog, my residence and the living conditions that I provide for the dog, and further agree to hand over the dog to a representative of (name of rescue group ) if for any reason you consider the conditions that I provide for the dog inappropriate.

This clause is ridiculous for several reasons:

(1) The rescue team insisted on a home visit to inspect his residence. prior to you were approved for adoption. You know what the living conditions are.

(2) Another article says that you must agree to “assume all risk of ownership.” You must take the risk, but they can eliminate you dog at any time. Apparently “property” doesn’t mean what we think?

(3) An additional item says that you are responsible for all expenses incurred after the adoption. You have to pay for everything related to the dog you adopt, but they can still take you dog anytime in the future. Of course, they don’t reimburse you for those expenses or the adoption fee you paid. (FYI. You don’t actually pay an adoption fee. You make a DONATION. This is why they don’t have to reimburse you.)

(4) Another item says that you cannot gift the dog. For example, this would mean that if your life changes, you may not give the dog to your older child. You are not free to make decisions about the future ownership of the dog you adopt.

(5) Another item says that if the dog is lost or dies, you must notify the rescue team. I have no idea why.

(6) If they feel the need to sue you to enforce the contract, you must pay all legal costs, including theirs. This means that if you try to keep “your” dog, they can sue you and you will be forced to pay their legal fees and yours.

(7) We are not so restrictive about adopting children.

Therefore, while you agree to take all risks, pay all necessary costs, and have no say in the future ownership of the dog you adopt, you do not actually OWN the dog. If they can come to your house at any time to claim the dog you think you have adopted, you are obviously not the owner. You leased it.

My reaction to seeing this article for the first time was “Why would anyone agree to sign this contract?” Of course, there are several reasons why people sign these contracts.

Tea first reason That’s the same reason people often get in trouble with contracts – they don’t actually read it. However, if they read the contract, they really don’t understand the ramifications. The ransom can simply represent the contract as a standard adoption contract which many people think means they don’t need to read it. This is NEVER true. Always READ the contract thoroughly and make sure you understand and can live with each item.

TO second reason for signing these contracts is not believing that the rescue group would really come to take you dog. I recently read about a situation related to the rescue of the couple from this group. A woman’s living arrangements changed. She moved into an apartment. Someone reported this to the rescue. The group felt that an apartment was bad for the dog they had adopted, so they complained its dog. HAPPENS! Note that once they have recovered a dog, the rescue is free to re-adopt (sell) it. Be careful and don’t assume anything!

TO third reason is that people do not anticipate a situation in which the rescue team feels the need to retrieve the dog. This attitude is very shortsighted. Divorcing, moving, having a baby, having adult children or coming home, losing your job, or developing a prolonged illness are just a few of the situations that may cause the rescue to reconsider your adoption.

TO fourth reason For people to sign these contracts is to avoid disappointing the family. If you don’t read the contract before looking at any animal, you may find yourself in the situation of having children who have fallen in love with a dog, are excited to bring the dog home, and have even given it a name. Not signing the contract means turning to your family and saying “it doesn’t matter.”

Some people sign these contracts because they believe the contracts are not legally defensible. The truth of this point of view varies by region; but I doubt anyone would want to pay double legal fees to find out. Some people have an “on my corpse” attitude about someone taking their dog away, but then again, it may not be worth trying.

What everyone needs to understand is that virtually all rescue groups have their app to adopt and the adoption contract available to read online. ALWAYS read these before looking at any animals. If you are attending an adoption event, go to the information table and ask to read these articles BEFORE you look at the animals. If you find this or a similar “lease” clause, proceed with a different redemption. NEVER ASSUME that the rescue will not claim “your” dog or seek legal means to do so.

If you find this clause AFTER you have found your perfect pet, it is worth trying to get the ransom compromised by adding a time limit to this clause. I believe that most human adoptions are final after one year. All dog adoptions should be FINAL at some point. You should never be afraid that your beloved canine family member will be recovered. All members of your human family will adapt to any change. Your dog too!

Real Estate

Real Estate Vs Real Estate Vs Real Estate

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The terms of real estate and personal property have often been confused as to what exactly they mean. Here we will clarify it for you. We will examine the terms personal property, real estate, land, real estate, and lastly, real estate.

Let’s start with personal property. Personal property, also known as personal property, is anything that is not real property. Example layers, televisions, things of this nature. The pronounced emblems (M-blee-ments) are things like crops, apples, oranges, and berries. Emblems are also personal property. So when you are going to sell your house, flip or wholesaling, you sell or transfer the property using a bill of sale with personal property.

Real estate.

Realty is the broad definition of land, real estate, and real estate.

Land

The earth is everything that mother nature gave us, such as what is under the earth, above the earth and the airspace. Also called subsurface (underground), surface (land), and airspace. So when you buy land that’s what you get, keep in mind that our government owns much of our airspace.

Real estate

Real estate is defined as land plus any man-made improvements added to it. You know things like fences, houses, and driveways. So when you buy real estate, this is what you can expect to get.

Real property

Real property is land, real estate, and what is called a set of rights. The set of rights consists of five rights, the right to own, control, enjoy, exclude and, finally, dispose. So, basically, you can own, take control, enjoy, exclude others, and then dispose of your real estate however you want, as long as you don’t violate state and federal laws.

Finally, there are two other types of property that we must mention.

Accessory

The accessory is personal property that has been attached to a property and is therefore now considered real property. So when selling to determine value, you would ask yourself “did you attach it to make it permanent?” The exceptions to this rule are the garage door opener and the door key, these are not considered accessories.

Commercial accessories

Commercial fixtures are those installed by, say, a commercial tenant or may be owned by the commercial tenant.

Hope this clears up some misconceptions about personal property, real estate, land and real estate and now commercial fixtures and fittings.

Shopping Product Reviews

Rare Star Wars Lego: A New Hope for Beginning Collectors

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“These are not the droids you are looking for”, although quoted by Obi-Wan Kenobi, these may be the same words you hear from the toy store clerk when you ask to see his line of Star Wars Lego games.

It’s better to search for rare Star Wars Lego sets online rather than having to go through all the toy stores in the state, and it’s a good Dex clue. Of course, if you can save some galactic credits, you should also consider visiting toy conventions like the ones held in San Diego each year.

The best way to determine if the Lego set or figure you are looking for is rare is to check its production and retail availability. The first sign of a rare Star Wars Lego set or figure is if it is no longer in production. While it is perfectly possible to assemble a Star Wars vehicle or figure with existing parts, owning the set matters because it also has the original packaging with the exact parts you need. As with all Jedi, you must choose carefully which Ilum crystal to use.

In cases where only a limited quantity of a set has been produced, expect the cost of the item to increase over the years. Every year that passes offers ample possibilities for various limited sets to face unfortunate situations that would reduce their value. Each year that a set survives intact its rarity increases. In the span of less than a decade, roughly what it takes for a Kaminoan clone to mature, the cost of a single set can increase to more than ten or even twenty times its original value.

This is why you should be as cautious as an Imperial Senator when selecting or purchasing a rare Star Wars Lego figure or set. Always take enough time to study and research the article and what it should contain. A set can easily lose its value if it is missing parts, so care should always be taken to double-check with inserts to determine the exact number of pieces available in any Lego set. These inserts also serve as checklists for consumers and collectors.

Boba Fett wouldn’t bring a dead bounty if it cost more alive, neither should you. Always keep your Lego figures complete and in good condition so that they do not lose their value over time. Boxes, original packaging, and inserts must also be well preserved and free of stains, discolorations, scratches, molds, and discoloration. Keep appliances out of direct sunlight and moisture. These ensure your games hold up just as well as Han Solo in carbonite.

Finally, always trust your own instincts. It worked for Luke, it should work for you. When a deal seems too good to be true, or you’re in doubt about the details of a trade or transaction, then you must have the willpower to just turn around and walk away. If you’ve done your research and are reasonably satisfied with the terms, you can proceed with your purchase without worry.

Sports

10 lies black women tell themselves

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1. White women are stealing from black men.

Believe me, no one is stealing them. It is your choice to go outside of your career. And what if they are? Love is love and it comes in all colors, shapes, and sizes. Sisters should stop growling at Caucasian women who choose to be with black men. It’s 2010, and everyone should explore new things and consider the possibilities of finding love beyond the limits that we set ourselves. Instead of hating, maybe you should follow suit. Try something new, you might be surprised.

2. Straight hair is beautiful hair.

I agree, it can be. But your natural, curly / curly locks are beautiful too. I have seen an overwhelming number of black women go against the grain and choose to be natural. For those who have not yet crossed, natural does not mean buckwheat. There are so many wonderful styles that you can achieve with your natural hair.

3. There are no good black men around.

I know it seems that way because the only ones that seem to be in your face are the crazy ones. But there are crazy men and women in all cultures. The good guys are those who are at work, at home, or doing good things. Get involved in some positive activities and you will be surprised who you run into.

4. Claiming to be mixed with another race makes me superior.

We have all heard this “I have an Indian in my family.” It’s great to recognize that you are made up of different cultures and to have love for all of them, but nowadays, everyone is mixed with something. We are all made of many things, but I have seen some try to downplay their African roots. Black is really beautiful, and the way it blends in with others makes it even more so. Celebrate and exalt yourself.

5. I must be fair skinned to be considered beautiful.

Everything light is not always right. Even today in 2010, some black women are still in that color bias deal. I have three words for you, “Get over it.” Black women are beautiful no matter what shade of brown we are. If you’ve been blessed with sun-tanned chocolate skin, love it and take good care of it. Not many other cultures in the world have individuals as beautiful and unique as you. And if you have a lighter finish, love yourself too, but don’t belittle or ridicule our darker brothers and sisters.

6. I need to act and sound “white” to be accepted in American companies.

First of all, there really is no such thing as acting or sounding white. Of course, most African-Americans use it as a way to describe someone who speaks clear English, but not all Caucasians speak correctly, as some people in other cultures adopt certain dialects. There is nothing wrong with being a refined version of yourself, but some people feel the need to change character when they enter the world of work. Who can continue to act for more than 8 hours a day? Just be yourself.

7. Having a baby will keep you close.

If a man doesn’t love you, he doesn’t love you. It’s as simple as that. Having a baby with a man who is irresponsible will only make him run further, and if he has any shred of decency, he will be close to the boy, not you. Grow up.

8. It is okay to be abused (verbally / physically) as long as you have a man.

I wouldn’t keep a snapping turtle for long if it bit me too many times, so why would a woman allow a man to physically / verbally hit her just to say she has someone in her life? I know it’s been said before, but let me say it again, it’s better to be alone than with someone who doesn’t love you the way you deserve. Love yourself enough to go and fast.

9. Education doesn’t matter as long as you look like a video girl.

Sad that I even had to put this on the list, but while watching BET (Yes, I should have known better) I heard something that annoyed me. I heard a rapper admit that to her fans she believed that it didn’t matter what she said as long as it looked good. And she was fine with it. What? I hope the girls have not heard or believed that ridiculous statement. It’s wonderful to want to be physically attractive, but if you’re an airhead, none of that matters. Sure, you can get a modeling job if you’re beautiful, but you also need to know how to navigate the industry and once you’ve passed a certain age, it’s all over for you. So what? Our young women need positive role models who care as much about presenting themselves as well as feeding their brains. It is possible to do both.

10. I am not valuable.

You are a queen. Do you need to be reminded? You were born to be great. Read your history if you are not convinced

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Cheap Hotel Deals in Chicago Guide: What Are Some of the Best Affordable Hotels?

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Since it is the third most populous city in the US, Chicago is filled with tons of hotels, resorts, inns, and inns. There is much to explore in The Windy City, including the Magnificent Mile, Lincoln Park, Wrigley Field, SkyDeck on the 103rd floor of the Willis (formerly Sears) Tower, and much more. All you have to do is compare cheap hotel deals in Chicago and select one that offers the amenities you need.

The public transportation system is great, so you don’t really need to rent a car unless you really want to. However, you may want to book the hotel and airfare together to get a discount. Chicago vacation packages are also worth considering. In addition to the infamous O’Hare International Airport, some tourists fly into Midway International (MDW). There are hotels located near both, as well as important places throughout the city.

If you want to go to Six Flags, there are some affordable hotels to choose from, such as La Quinta Inn & Suites, Fairbridge Inn Express, Red Roof Inn Gurnee, and several others. If shopping is your thing, then you probably want to stay close to the Magnificent Mile. More affordable options include Warwick Allerton, Hotel Felix, and The Whitehall Hotel.

There are many budget “family” hotels in the city, such as Congress Plaza Hotel, Hyatt Place, Hyatt Regency, Spring Hill Suites Chicago O’Hare, and Carlton Inn Midway. Are you going to a Cubs game during baseball season? There are several hotels located within a mile: City Suites Hotel, Wrigley Guest House, The Majestic Hotel, The Villa Toscana and more.

What Deals You Can Get With Cheap Hotel Deals In Chicago

No matter what type of accommodation you are looking for, you are sure to find cheap hotel deals in Chicago. There are many affordable options for hotels of 2.5 stars or more. You can expect amenities like free breakfast, free in-room Wi-Fi, and room service.

If you want to book a vacation package, make sure it includes a hotel stay for the number of nights you need. Packages are often set for a specific number of nights.

The best times to visit Chicago are during the in-between seasons from September to October and April to May. During these months, you can avoid large crowds and still enjoy decent weather. The cheapest deals can be found from November to March, but the freezing weather may not be worth it.

Look for travel discounts and coupon codes to help you save even more on cheap hotel deals in Chicago.

Where can you get special offers? Travel websites offer very impressive discounts on everything related to travel, including airfare and cheap hotel deals in Chicago. To further reduce costs, use promotional codes online.

Arts Entertainments

Mohammad Nabi Omari: short biography of one of the five Taliban

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ALIAS: Mohammed Nabi, Maulawi Mohammed Nabi

Date of birth: January 1, 1968, Metakhan Village, Khowst Province, Afghanistan

Citizenship: Afghanistan,

Risk level: HIGH, probably poses a threat to the US, its interests and allies

Intelligence value: HIGH

Rank / Position: Border Security, senior Taliban official in “multiple functions”

Education: Naryab Madrassa Kahi Madrassa, Zargary and Kohat madrasas in Kohat, Pakistan

Imprisoned: October 28, 2002

Released: May 31, 2014

Connections

  • Taliban Senior Commander

  • Haqqani Network Leadership

  • Anti-Coalition Militia

  • Al Qaeda

  • Hezb-e-Islami Gulbuddin

Crimes

  • Missiles smuggled into Pakistan with two al Qaeda members

  • Member of the al-Qaeda / Taliban cell in Khwost and was involved in attacks against Coalition Forces and the United States.

  • Maintained weapon caches

  • Smuggled fighters and weapons

Story

After 6 years of schooling, Omari went to Naryab Madrassa in Kohat, Pakistan for religious training. He continued his studies at Kahi Madrassa. In the late 1980s, Omari fought alongside the Mujahideen against the Soviets. After the withdrawal of the Soviets, Omari continued his studies in Pakistan at the Zargary and Kohat Madrasahs in Kohat. Around 1992, Omari and her family returned to Afghanistan.

1992-1994 Omari served as a policeman in Khwost, but quit his job to farm on the family farm. When the Taliban took control in 1996, Omari began working for them. Omari claims that his tribe pushed him to take the job to avoid being labeled “the opposition.” His position was Chief of Security in Qalat.

After a year in that position, he returned to his farm for three years. In 2000, he returned to seek employment with the Taliban as a radio operator. After a year, he went to the border patrol. His focus was on controlling smuggling. In 2002 he left again and started selling used cars. In the spring of the same year, Omari began working with the CIA.

On September 14, 2002, Omari was arrested at the old Khowst airport. Omari claims that he was lured there by a messenger who told him that the CIA contact wanted to meet with him.

He was transferred to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, on October 28, 2002. The United States hoped to obtain information on border patrol procedures, Taliban communication equipment and procedures, and biographical data on Taliban members. Between October 2002 and January 2008, Omari had 37 reports of disciplinary infractions, including participation in mass riots, threats, attempted suicide and possession of drugs. In March 2007, he was cited for throwing a cup of feces in the guard’s face.

Despite the fact that his General Staff and the Intelligence Community advised against the agreement, on May 31, 2014, President Obama exchanged Omari, along with four other Taliban detainees, for an American prisoner of war, Bowe Bergdahl. The Emir of Qatar has been recognized for his efforts to secure this agreement between the United States and the Taliban. Omari, along with the other four, will be under Qatari control for at least a year, with a ban on leaving the country. Many in the United States fear that while in Qatar, these terrorists will assist the extremists by providing strategic planning and will return to field operations after their one-year detention.

Captured terrorists have been repeatedly shown to have a high recidivism rate when released. Therefore, logic would dictate that these five top Taliban leaders will return to their terrorism. The difference is that they have had a long time to learn about America from prison and a long time to conspire. Only time will tell how much we will pay for this decision.

Technology

The plain truth about error and omission insurance in the world of independent film distribution

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Error and omission insurance (E&O insurance) is something that every movie producer needs if they want to sign a movie distribution contract.

I am not an entertainment attorney or insurance salesperson, but errors and omissions insurance protects you and the movie distributor you contract with from different common lawsuits in the entertainment business.

These include allegations of breach of contract, copyright infringement, defamation or degradation of products (showing trademarks on camera), invasion of privacy, infringement of the title, catchphrase, and many other nasty legal saves.

It is an insurance policy that protects the butt of a film producer and distributor in the course of their business in the entertainment industry.

Errors and omissions insurance doesn’t address the creative side of making movies, which is why some independent movie producers often don’t plan for it in their movie budgets.

But if you want to sell your show to a movie distributor, you will have to learn what it is about at some point.

That is unless your movie distribution plan is to use your own blog to sell digital downloads or DVDs online or hit the streets with copies in the trunk of your hybrid vehicle.

I know of more than a few independent filmmakers who make decent money selling movies that way without having to worry about the cost of error and omission insurance.

I respect your energy and push to go out and sell your movies directly online or in person through all kinds of ways. That’s a post on self-distribution left for another day.

The Catch-22 with error and omission insurance has to do with dealing with film distributors.

Every distribution deal that co-producer Tim “Timbo” Beachum and I have been involved in, from independent film sales to reality shows, has involved E&O Insurance.

Once the movie is done, you probably want to get a meaningful distribution for it.

That means working with a film distributor to be launched by the main outlets nationally and internationally in every possible medium.

Film distribution deals for independent cinema usually happen in two ways. A film is screened at different film festivals, receives the attention of the distributor, and a distribution agreement for the film is offered to acquire the rights or an offer is made to buy the rights to the film directly.

Or you skip the film festival circuit and connect with film distributors directly with a reviewer and other marketing materials, such as artwork, etc. If they like what they see, a distribution agreement is sent to them for their consideration.

By then, the euphoria of making a movie has faded. Now you are dealing with the business of making movies. You have film investors that you have to pay back with interest.

Even if it was your own hard-earned money invested to produce your movie, you’ll want to be able to pay yourself back with interest.

All independent filmmakers make films for different backgrounds, financial, personal motivations, and creative needs. None of the reasons you make movies really matters to a distributor.

When it comes to movie distribution deals, it’s all about business. So once your movie sales representative, entertainment attorney, or you represent your own movie to reach an agreement and you sign a movie distribution agreement, you will immediately receive a list of movie deliverables.

The movie deliverables list can strike a filmmaker off guard. Once again, the movie deliverable list is a matter for another post.

In this movie making post, we focus on error and omission insurance, which is one of the key deliverables that a movie distributor requires you to meet immediately.

Like in a Hitchcock movie I mentioned Catch-22 with safe for errors and omissions in post, now it should be used.

It is always much cheaper to buy your own errors and omissions insurance from a reputable company than to rely on a movie distributor to cover the cost.

The problem is that some, not all, but some film distributors that deal with releasing independently produced films use E&O Insurance to take out the eyes of independent filmmakers at an inflated cost.

The film distributor will tell an independent filmmaker who is not sure of errors and omissions not to worry. They will set up a policy with an insurance broker they know, pay for it, and only deduct the cost from any future advances or royalties on the film.

Sounds good if you don’t have the money to buy an E&O insurance policy, considering there is no money coming out of your pocket up front. But it doesn’t feel right when you have your advance down payment or subsequent royalty payments are affected by E&O insurance.

You can end up paying between 200% and 400% of the cost. Like I said, not all independent movie distributors do this kind of nonsense, but there are some who do.

All businesses have people who want to screw you. Dealing directly with an agent to purchase your own errors and omissions insurance policy WILL ALWAYS SAVE YOU MONEY.

But I fully understand how you are going to finally finish a movie and finish without having a hundred dollars in your budget to deal with the real costs of getting the movie deliverables.

It’s a smart move in pre-production to contact companies that specialize in producer’s error and omission insurance to compare quotes. Once you have those prices, you can include them in your budget.

I like to include it as part of the post-production budget as an order line. It helps remind me, as an independent film producer working on a budget, that after finishing a film, there is still a long way to go to complete post-production and film deliverables.

Even if you know you won’t have the money for E&O insurance after you sign a movie distribution contract, at least knowing the cost of the policies, you can negotiate the cost the distributor will charge you.

This is the part I call Catch-44. Be careful when dealing with movie distributors who will not accept your error and omission insurance policy.

They may have special requirements, such as that your policy is not from a licensed operator in your state or some other reason for rejecting your E&O insurance.

If you’ve already signed an agreement with them before asking if your own errors and omissions insurance policy meets your requirements, you could be in a little bit of a fight.

You have followed the rules and saved money by purchasing your own E&O insurance policy, but now you are bumping into this issue. If you haven’t signed a deal, move on to another dealer.

As long as your E&O insurance policy is from a reputable company, another movie distributor will honor it if they want your movie.

If it’s signed on the dotted line, you may have to put up with it, bite the bullet, and go with a broker recommended by the movie distributor who will generally charge a little more than what you would have paid on your own.

The insurance company does not add the margin. It’s the movie distributor adding his juice to do you a favor by covering the cost.

The truth about error and omission insurance in the world of independent film distribution isn’t always fair or pretty, but neither is life.

Home Kitchen

The blue and white kitchen – still popular as ever in 2015

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Sometime last year in 2016, the blue and white kitchen trend took off. Decorators from across the United States ensure vibrating gray, blue and white cabinets with simple accents, white or stainless steel appliances, bright and airy clean lines. Since then, the trend has not slowed down.

Homeowners love a blue-and-white kitchen in their beach houses, country residences, and luxurious city excavations. It works perfectly with any interior design. These are some of the most popular additions to the blue and white kitchen.

Shaker cabinets

Shaker cabinets are classic in style seen in most kitchens. They are preferred by homeowners because they offer a flexible style that can be modern, classic or traditional. Clean lines and square corners are easy to integrate into any design. White shaker cabinets are the best choice for blue and white kitchen. The choice of white means that the homeowner or builder will have a clean palate on which they can add colors and the blue and gray ranges.

Even going a bit further into the stain realm, you can choose a stain from blue, gray or white shaker cabinets that will allow the color of the wood to shine a bit. This gives it a more rustic touch.

In addition to the white shaker cabinets, blue and gray can also be used. The decorator can then add pops of color throughout the kitchen if desired. Blue, white and gray are easy colors to work with. When it comes to choosing knobs or handles for white shaker cabinets, one should go for metallic finishes for a modern kitchen and perhaps glass, ceramic, or bronze for a rustic or classic look.

Accessories

When it comes to choosing appliances for the blue and white kitchen trend, most are going for stainless steel. This is partly due to its previous popularity which has not waned much, but also because it is in the gray color palette. There are two other options for appliance finishes, including basic white and cabinetry-mimicking refrigerators.

Decorative customer panels that match cabinets are a very popular choice this year. They offer a great way to hide your appliances and create a perfect cabinet look inside the kitchen. We have some appliance specs when it comes to the trim kit so one needs to make sure everything is compatible before investing.

Backsplashes, Floors and Countertops

Other important elements of the blue and white kitchen include floor backsplashes and countertops. When choosing these finishes, it is important to look at what is already there and keep the overall theme in mind.

The backs glue the perfect area to add a little color. For example, one can choose a plash backed by smooth white tiles that add a bit of blue glass. This is just an idea, of course. The sky’s the limit for backs plashes and they actually play a huge role in generating interest in white shaker cabinets. Another idea is to match the backsplash with the knobs or pulls. Popular countertops include marble, granite, concrete, and other simple materials; the same goes for soils.

A blue and white kitchen carries simplicity with subtle decorative elements as well. As long as the designer takes into account that it should not feel cluttered, it will turn out to be absolutely perfect. It can be amused with eye-catching lighting, eye-catching wallpaper, whimsical window decorations, and more. The decorator can easily capture your personality in design when working with staples including white shaker cabinets, simple backs, and solid colored countertops. Explore the options by browsing online or choosing some interior design catalogs.

Auto

Understanding and maintaining your Volkswagen TDI engine

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Volkswagen’s clean turbocharged direct injection (TDI) diesel engine offers high mileage between refills and more than 50% better fuel economy than similarly sized gasoline engines. With a potential 43 miles per gallon on the highway, you can get up to 795 miles per tank, in a car that emits lower CO2 commissions than 93% of other vehicles. The TDI is available in new Volkswagen cars like the Passat, Golf, Jetta sedan and Sport Wagon, Beetle and Beetle Convertible, and Toureg.

To keep your TDI running at peak performance, it is important to understand how it works and how to maintain it.

What Makes a TDI Engine Different

The secret to TDI’s success lies in the engineering. Replacing the indirect injection of older diesel models, the new models use a fuel injection system that sprays atomized fuel directly into the main combustion chambers and not into the pre-combustion chambers. This process is combined with forced induction with the turbocharger that increases the amount of air that passes to the engine cylinders and an intercooler to decrease the temperature and density of the turbo charge air.

The result for you, the buyer? More fuel is injected and burned, so you’ll notice higher engine efficiency and more power, along with more torque and lower emissions.

Fuel requirements for TDI

The Volkswagen TDI engine runs on diesel fuel (petro diesel) or certain types of biodiesel fuels. The trade-off for the engine’s technical prowess is that it is picky about the type of fuel it consumes. In the US, VW recommends number 2 diesel fuel, which has a higher cetane number than number 1 fuel and a lower viscosity. Proper fuel straight from the pump is common in Europe, but some US drivers must use additives or premium diesel to make sure cetane levels are correct.

“Poor feeding” your TDI engine with regular gasoline instead of diesel can be a costly mistake. Some older VW models were more forgiving, but putting the wrong fuel in a modern TDI engine will damage the fuel pump and ruin the engine when fuel passes through the fuel system. That system on 2013 vehicles has been redesigned with a fuel tank hatch to prevent you from inserting a gasoline nozzle instead of a diesel nozzle into the tank.

The cost of accidentally misfueling can range from roughly $ 100 to pump out the wrong fuel and replace filters to over $ 8,000 to replace the entire fuel system. Most of these repairs are not covered under warranty.

What can you diagnose yourself?

Your local VW dealer has an excellent service department that can keep your TDI engine running strong. Regular maintenance costs are roughly the same as professional service for a gasoline-powered VW. However, if you are a competent backyard mechanic who enjoys doing your own car repairs, there are a few situations unique to a TDI that you can diagnose yourself:

  • If you hear noises, are they “normal” for your TDI engine? Most drivers notice popping in the steering column, popping of the EGR and pressure control valves, and a thud from the shoulder valve when the engine is turned off. These noises indicate adequate performance, not a problem, but as a new TDI owner you must learn what to ignore and what to pay attention to.
  • Engine won’t start or reluctant to start? While the car is in neutral, turn the ignition to the run position to see if you receive a check engine warning or glow plug lights. If not, you may need a new battery as the motor is not receiving power.
  • Does the engine start? If you see check engine or glow plug lights on the dash, but the car makes a noise when you try to start, it may be low on fuel, corroded wires leading to the battery, or loose connections.
  • Do you have a fault in “relay 109”? If the check engine light or glow plug comes on and off, you may have a 109 fault that requires the relay to be replaced. If that doesn’t work? You may have a faulty ignition switch or security system. You can also see the glow plug light if you have a burnt out brake light.
  • Does your engine smoke when fully revved after a fill? You may have gotten a low-quality fuel tank.

A Volkswagen TDI engine offers the best in performance and efficiency, but they are particular engines that require very specific maintenance and repairs. Always remember to replace faulty parts with genuine Volkswagen replacement parts, or choose your local VW service department for professional service from experienced and certified mechanics.

Digital Marketing

Google Analytics Tutorial – Visitors, Visits, Page Views, Distinctive Page Views

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Do you know how to interpret Google Analytics data, such as visits and page views?

Clicks, visits, website visitors, page visits and unique page views are in many cases misinterpreted website visitor statistics recorded by Google Analytics. Online businesses read up on the variations while perusing any Google Analytics tutorial. This makes it possible to distinguish the related jargon used for the numerous analyzes presented. Through proper customer insights expertise, site owners will be able to tailor approaching online marketing efforts to address flaws and also capitalize on strengths.

Clicks are actually part of Google AdWords strategy research, while visits are actually presented as part of website visitors and search engine reports. The number of clicks in the mouse column shows how often the ads were clicked from the traffic. Visits denotes the number of unique visits initiated for visitors. Both of these statistics are crucial from a marketing and advertising perspective.

These particular numbers won’t match consistently, for several good reasons. The same visitor to your site can select an ad over and over as they are comparing, causing AdWords to record a number of mouse clicks. However, Analytics can distinguish each and every pageview for a single visit. A user can also click on an ad just once and bookmark to return directly to the site on their next visit. In this case, the reference details of the preliminary page visit are saved, resulting in a single click leading to numerous visitors.

Website visitors sometimes click the mouse on an ad, but stop the full loading of the website page by pressing the stop key of their web browser or perhaps moving to another web page while it loads. Nonetheless, Ppc will track the click, although the monitoring code within Analytics will not be fully carried out, as the tracking details are not sent to Google’s web servers? Fs. On the other hand, Google AdWords filters out an incorrect ad click to help maintain expected accuracy for billing purposes, while Analytics captures all these mouse clicks and documents them in the form of website visits to present comprehensive data regarding visits to the website visitor’s page.

Google Analytics measures the numbers of visits and visitors to the site. Visits represents the number of individual sessions for all traffic to the website. Any action that follows an inactive duration of at least half an hour is recognized as a new visit. When a person leaves this website and returns within half an hour, the activity will be considered as a single visit. An initial session of the person during any date range is considered both an additional visit and an additional visitor to the website. The next session with that website visitor during the time period is considered an additional visit, but the visitor is not an additional visitor.

A page view is actually a look at an Internet page that is tracked by an Analytics traffic monitoring code. When the visitor updates that web page after landing on it, the reloaded web page is recorded as a different page view. If the user navigates to the next web page on the web page and then returns to their original web page, it will be counted as a second page view. A single page view symbolizes the number of visits when a particular web page has been viewed at least once.

This is a small sample of the terminology clarified in a Google Analytics guide. Before starting to use Google Analytics, site owners should take time to appreciate those words and phrases. Learning the correct explanations helps website owners recognize exactly what the details reveal so that they can use this data to increase potential Internet website marketing initiatives.

To learn more about Google Analytics and how to understand all the data presented in your reports, visit our Marketing Analytics page and sign up for a free evaluation of your website data TODAY.