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Real estate
Property law |
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Types |
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Real estate is "Property consisting of land and the buildings on it, along with its natural resources such as crops, minerals, or water; immovable property of this nature; an interest vested in this; (also) an item of real property; (more generally) buildings or housing in general. Also: the business of real estate; the profession of buying, selling, or renting land, buildings or housing."[1]
It is a legal term used in jurisdictions such as the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
International real estate terminology and practice[edit]
Real estate as "real property" in the U.K.[edit]
In British usage, "real property", often shortened to just "property", generally refers to land and fixtures, while the term "real estate" is used mostly in the context of probate law, and means all interests in land held by a deceased person at death, excluding interests in money arising under a trust for sale of or charged on land.[2]
See real property for a definition and estate agent for a description of the practice in the UK.
Real estate in Mexico and Central America[edit]
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This section may not provide balanced geographical coverage on the region in question. (December 2011) |
Real estate business in Mexico, Canada, Guam, and Central America operates differently from the United States.
Some similarities include legal formalities (with professionals such as real estate agents generally employed to assist the buyer); taxes need to be paid (but typically less than those in U.S.); legal paperwork will ensure title; and a neutral party such as a title company will handle documentation and money to make the smooth exchange between the parties. Increasingly, U.S. title companies are doing work for U.S. buyers in Mexico and Central America.
Prices are often much lower than prices in countries such as the U.S., but in many locations, such as Mexico City, prices of houses and lots are as expensive as houses and lots in countries such as the U.S. U.S. banks have begun to give home loans for properties in Mexico, but, so far, not for other Latin American countries.
In Mexico, foreigners cannot buy land or homes within 50 km (31 mi) of the coast or 100 km (62 mi) from a border unless they hold title in a Mexican Corporation or a Fideicomiso (a Mexican trust).[3][4] In Honduras, however, foreigners may buy beach front property directly in their name. There are different rules regarding certain types of property: ejidal land — communally held farm property — can be sold only after a lengthy entitlement process, but that does not prevent them from being offered for sale.
Real estate agents in Costa Rica currently do not need a license to operate, but the transfer of property requires a lawyer. CCCBR (Camara Costarricense de Corredores de Bienes Raices) is the only official body that represents the Real Estate industry to the government. The Costa Rica MLS is the official MLS of the Costa Rica Chamber of Real Estate Brokers Board. The Chamber institutes the rules, regulations and ethical guide for officially licensed brokers in Costa Rica.
In Mexico, real estate agents do not need a license to operate, but the transfer of property requires a notary public.
Real estate in Thailand[edit]
In Thailand it is possible for a foreigner to own a condominium freehold provided ownership does not exceed 49% of the total building; it is not easily possible for a foreigner to own land but normal practice is that property can be purchased then Land acquired under a 30 year lease option; Until recently it was considered by most legal advisors that the ownership of land by a foreigner through a Thai Limited Company was acceptable, although the Law clearly states that foreigners cannot own land in Thailand. The Government has now made clear that such ownership may be illegal. The legitimacy of such ownership depends on the status of the Thai Shareholders who must be shown to be active and financially participating shareholders.
In the Philippines, real estate is an area for growth. Aside from the development of high rise buildings in the Greater Manila area, nearby provinces are now seeing much land development with its continuous expansion for horizontal development projects in the nearby provinces such as Laguna, Cavite, Rizal, Bulacan, Pampanga and Batangas.
The major expansion in vertical real estate development outside Metro Manila are in Tagay south of the metropolis, Cebu and Iloilo in the Visayas, Cagayan de Oro and Davao in Mindanao, where medium‑to‑high rise buildings are beginning to appear.
Foreigners are generally not allowed to hold more than a 40% interest in any land, although there is an exemption for pensioners who deposit more than US$50,000 in a specified account.[5] Philippine rules distinguish between a house and the land it sits on.
Real estate business[edit]
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Purchasing real estate requires a significant investment, and each parcel of land has unique characteristics, so the real estate industry has evolved into several distinct fields. Specialists are often called on to valuate real estate and facilitate transactions. Some kinds of real estate businesses include:
- Appraisal: Professional valuation services
- Brokerages: A mediator who charges a fee to facilitate a real estate transaction between the two parties.
- Development: The business of buying land and building on it, or improving land for use, or replacing buildings
- Net leasing
- Property management: Managing a property for its owner(s)
- Real estate marketing: Managing the marketing of a property that is for sale.
- Real estate investing: Managing the investment of real estate
- Relocation services: Relocating people or business to a different country
- Corporate Real Estate: Managing the real estate held by a corporation to support its core business—unlike managing the real estate held by an investor to generate income
Within each field, a business may specialize in a particular type of real estate, such as residential, commercial, or industrial property. In addition, almost all construction business effectively has a connection to real estate.
Professional university-level education in real estate is primarily focused at the graduate level. Focus in towards the commercial real estate sector, primarily real estate development or investment rather than residential real estate sales conducted by a Realtor.
See also graduate real estate education for a discussion and list of university-level real estate programs.
Residential real estate[edit]
The legal arrangement for the right to occupy a dwelling in some countries is known as the housing tenure. Types of housing tenure include owner occupancy, tenancy, housing cooperative, condominiums (individually parceled properties in a single building), public housing, squatting, and cohousing. The occupants of a residence constitute a household.
Residences can be classified by, if, and how they are connected to neighboring residences and land. Different types of housing tenure can be used for the same physical type. For example, connected residents might be owned by a single entity and leased out, or owned separately with an agreement covering the relationship between units and common areas and concerns.
- Major categories in North America and Europe
- Attached / multi-unit dwellings
- Apartment - An individual unit in a multi-unit building. The boundaries of the apartment are generally defined by a perimeter of locked or lockable doors. Often seen in multi-story apartment buildings.
- Multi-family house - Often seen in multi-story detached buildings, where each floor is a separate apartment or unit.
- Terraced house (a.k.a. townhouse or rowhouse) - A number of single or multi-unit buildings in a continuous row with shared walls and no intervening space.
- Condominium - Building or complex, similar to apartments, owned by individuals. Common grounds and common areas within the complex are owned and shared jointly. There are townhouse or rowhouse style condominiums as well.
- Cooperative (a.k.a. co-op) - A type of multiple ownership in which the residents of a multi-unit housing complex own shares in the cooperative corporation that owns the property, giving each resident the right to occupy a specific apartment or unit.
- Semi-detached dwellings (in UK, a 'semi' is by definition two units with a party wall).
- Duplex - Two units with one shared wall. (in UK, a duplex is an apartment on more than one storey)
- Single-family detached home
- Portable dwellings
- Mobile homes - Potentially a full-time residence which can be (might not in practice be) movable on wheels.
- Houseboats - A floating home
- Tents - Usually very temporary, with roof and walls consisting only of fabric-like material.
The size of an apartment or house can be described in square feet or meters. In the United States, this includes the area of "living space", excluding the garage and other non-living spaces. The "square meters" figure of a house in Europe may report the total area of the walls enclosing the home, thus including any attached garage and non-living spaces, which makes it important to inquire what kind of surface definition has been used.
It can be described more roughly by the number of rooms. A studio apartment has a single bedroom with no living room (possibly a separate kitchen). A one-bedroom apartment has a living or dining room separate from the bedroom. Two bedroom, three bedroom, and larger units are common. (A bedroom is defined as a room with a closet for clothes storage.)
- Major categories in India and the Asian Subcontinent
- Co-operative Housing Societies (CHS)
- Condominiums
- Builder flats
- Chawls
- Villas
- Kothis
- Havelis
- Independent Floors
- Lal Dora - Where people carry out commercial and residential activities both.
The size is measured in Gaz (square yards), Quila, Marla, Beegha, and acre.
See List of house types for a complete listing of housing types and layouts, real estate trends for shifts in the market and house or home for more general information.
Market sector value[edit]
This section needs additional citations for verification. (September 2009) |
This section's factual accuracy may be compromised due to out-of-date information. (March 2013) |
According to The Economist, "developed economies" assets at the end of 2002 were the following:
- Residential property: $48 trillion;
- Commercial property: $14 trillion;
- Stock: $20 trillion;
- Government bonds: $20 trillion;
- Corporate bonds: $13 trillion;
- Total: $115 trillion.
That makes real estate assets 54% and financial assets 46% of total stocks, bonds, and real estate assets. Assets not counted here are bank deposits, insurance "reserve" assets, natural resources, and human assets. It is not clear if all debt and equity investments are counted in the categories equities and bond.
See also[edit]
- ^ "Real estate": Oxford English Dictionary online: Retrieved September 18, 2011
- ^ Oxford Dictionary of Law (4th edition), New York: Oxford University Press, 1997; See also Estate in land
- ^ Mexico and Direct Foreign Ownership of Coastal Property, MexiData.info (April 12, 2010) http://www.mexidata.info/id2615.html
- ^ Mexican Consulate http://portal.sre.gob.mx/was_eng/index.php?option=displaypage&Itemid=52&op=page&SubMenu=
- ^ A foreign buyer however can own a condominium unit thru trust agreement with the developer. In a trust agreement, a buyer buys the unit then allows the developer to manage the property in behalf of the owner. The owner has the option to live in the unit, let, or lease out the property to prospective end-users. The developer retains retainer for the management and leasing services while rental is deposited to the account of foreign owner.and also direct investment is allowed Dave (11 January 2009). "Foreign Ownership of Land in the Philippines". BC Philippines Lawyers. Retrieved 25 March 2013.
External links[edit]
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-- to these countries with more honest Republican senator Rand Paul of Kentucky.
Senator welcome to show great to have you here.
And we get to your calls to cut foreign -- in just a second but first I want your reaction.
To this Department of Homeland Security report.
The says threats reached the US two days before it did the protests started.
You know I'm quite concerned about whether or not there was any warning if we paid -- didn't pay attention to the warning.
I'm also concerned that in Egypt you know the egyptians said hey the mobs coming but they didn't send any troops to defend our embassy.
So -- I think there really needs to be investigation of what went on here.
We also need to bring the assassins to justice in Libya.
That's part of what I've been working on for the last week here.
Is trying to get the senate to vote on this whether -- not our aid to these countries should have some contingencies.
And should be attached to some rules.
What you say these countries need to be held to account.
For what they've done here and just to take a look at some of the numbers this is just last year twins are this year that is 2012.
-- Pakistan getting two point one billion Egypt one point six Libya thirteen point one what should happen to this money.
But you know I think if you wanna be an ally of our country need to act like it if you wanna cash our US taxpayer check.
I think really their needs to be consumed contingencies.
For example with regard to Pakistan.
I think you shouldn't torture in the friend of America doctor she -- afridi who helped us to get bin Laden that now putting in prison for life.
That doesn't sound like the actions.
So I propose several things -- can go back to if we don't spend the money in these countries if you go towards lowering the debt.
We're last week I said to senator Reid we can even use it for the veterans benefits bill.
So there are a lot of things it could be dealt with the money -- makes no sense keep sending good money after bad to countries that disrespect us.
Well at -- and using that to improve our own security might be an idea.
But using your logic you could cut off -- virtually across scores of countries right now take a look at the number of countries here who.
Our protests -- Americans Morocco Tunisia.
Sudan Lebanon.
It goes on and on these countries are getting a lot of money from our federal government should not just -- these three countries should -- pulling aid for more.
Well I think all foreign aid ought to be contingent upon behavior.
I think when large parts of your country are burning the American flag it doesn't really show that you're very appreciative of the help that we're sending your country.
So yes a prerequisite for getting -- maybe year country shouldn't be burning our flags -- chanting down with America doesn't look very good.
And we come asking for more money I'm very skeptical to send good money after bad to these countries but I agree I think all of foreign aid should have rules and restrictions.
And really shouldn't be sent to people or countries that are disrespecting us.
Well I think your critics would say that it's typical for these countries to control what is in some cases a minority view.
What do you say to that.
Well you know controlling the crowd you can't always control the crowd I understand that but the Pakistani government is imprisoning doctor afridi.
The Pakistani government was accused of torturing doctor afridi the man who have to -- in Lawton.
The Egyptian government is responsible for of the safety of our embassy.
So -- in some cases the crowd may get out of control but it is Egypt's responsibility to send troops weapons -- whatever it takes.
To protect the Egyptian embassy we would do the same for them and our country.
It's one of the basic things in a civilized country you have to protect every country's embassy.
Well my understanding was Harry -- was standing in the way of this sad -- you thinks that after what's happened.
That more people will have a have a point of -- similar to your own.
Well I've gotten word this afternoon not been having discussions with the leadership on the other side that I think they're going to allow -- The question is will sell and my party allow the -- And so that's yet to be determined we're gonna -- that out the next -- for -- mergers.
But if I can get my colleague Steve -- have a vote.
We're at the very least gonna vote on whether or not portrayed in this country should have some contingencies.
Whether or not we should let country just run roughshod over us and still send them more money.
As slowly your here I have to ask about the Federal Reserve you've been very outspoken in your criticism of the Federal Reserve say they're -- -- control.
They took a very dramatic.
Move last week to try to prop up this economy what do you make of it.
-- I think the danger is when you keep creating more money and you keep saying oh interest rates should be zero or 1% -- low as they possibly meet.
-- so distorting the marketplace that they'll be repercussions.
One of the repercussions we already see and that's -- gas is doubled in price.
Under President Obama I think the next thing you're going to -- is that you see gold on the rise again there -- an articles -- saying.
Guess what we may see 2.4 hundred dollar gold.
I'm not worried about 2400 -- I'm worry about 24000.
Dollar an ounce gold.
If we -- get all of this money chasing goods and that we have rampant inflation in this country my concern is that if you destroy the currency about turning up so much of it.
That you really -- have chaos and that that's not what I want for our country.
You know you talked a lot about foreign aid in the last few minutes I had no idea we -- given all this money to -- We have a number two point six billion since the collapse of the Soviet Union is -- to Russia and guess what they don't want it.
-- -- -- -- here's an even greater irony we borrow money from China.
And then we send money to China we actually see in China economic development assistance.
Now do you talk about this being a topsy turvy crazy world Washington.
Sending economic development assistance in China should end tomorrow if anybody up here at any sense.
It's well boy.
That's compelling argument -- fact given the way they're treating us in the international marketplace.
Senator -- -- for coming on tonight great having you here.
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Students set up a simple way to indirectly observe and quantify the amount of respiration occurring in yeast-molasses cultures. Each student adds a small amount of baking yeast to a test tube filled with diluted molasses. A second, smaller test tube is then placed upside-down inside the solution. As the yeast cells respire, the carbon dioxide they produce is trapped inside the inverted test tube, producing a growing bubble of gas that is easily observed and measured. Students are presented with
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Final part of the series, in which an historian, a novelist and a literary critic explore the ways in which memory, literature and history shape contemporary Europe. Robert Eaglestone is professor of contemporary literature and thought at Royal Holloway, University of London. This event is part of the Jean Monnet 'Europe Beyond Governance' Lecture Series.
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This section is to be used as a guide to the yachts commonly chartered on our bareboat yacht charters. This is because the yachts and particularly the inventory do vary from base to base, and country to country. Photos are indicative only and are typically manufacturer brochure pictures.For specific yacht information please always refer to us here in the office, we're happy to assist with the details by email or over the phone.
BareboatSailingHolidays.com is the bareboat desk at Sailing Holidays Ltd, the flotilla specialists. We do not use flotilla yachts for our bareboat charters. Instead we source bareboat yachts with all the appropriate bareboat kit and inventory from a select pool of pre-approved yacht charter firms throughout Europe.
As there are literally tens of thousands of yachts available for charter in the Mediterranean with varying degrees of age and quality, we are very selective about the people and yachts we use.
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The following categories relate to the age of the yacht being chartered. For specific information on each yacht please contact us.Modern Line Yachts (< 3 years old)
These yachts are a maximum of 3 years old. All of these yachts have a holding tank. For specific ages of the yachts please refer to the individual yacht profiles or get in touch with us directly.Class Line Yachts ( 4 - 5 years old)
These yachts are a maximum of 5 years old. Please note that some of the Dufour model yachts do not come with a holding tank, so please check with us regarding these.Economy Line Yachts(> 5 years old)
These yachts are up to 10 years old. Some of these yachts (in Greece and Italy in particular) do not come with a holding tank.Yacht Standards / Quality
Please remember that as a yacht gets older, the more wear and tear will be evident and the higher the propensity for breakages - no matter how good the maintenance program.
Please remember that there is 'no such thing as a free lunch' - an economy yacht is cheaper than a modern yacht for a reason - it will not be in a new condition and there may be a higher risk of something going wrong.
Please take this into account when selecting a yacht for your next sailing holiday. The same applies for the aesthetics of the yacht, no matter how much the yacht is cleaned and polished the paint and decks will dull and the odd ding and scrape will occur.
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Many of them are turning to solution providers for help in providing such services.
A consortium of storage vendors have put together a program called RecoverNYdata Service aimed at helping companies in the Manhattan area that have lost or had damaged tape backup equipment or software.
The consortium is offering a single point-of-contact for such companies, including helping companies decide if they are experiencing hardware, software, or media problems, and helping contact the appropriate vendor and local solution providers, said Roberta Halliburton, director of marketing programs for Overland Data, which is coordinating the effort.
Vendors are also providing loaner equipment free-of-charge for up to three months as needed, said Halliburton. Other services including repair of tape library robotics and restoration of data, she said.
Companies already taking advantage of the services include Chase Manhattan and Dain Rauscher, Halliburton said.
Tape library vendors working through the consortium include Exabyte, Overland Data, Qualstar, Quantum/ATL, StorageTek and Spectra Logic. Tape drive vendors include Quantum, StorageTek, and Seagate. Also helping out are Fuji, Imation and Maxell on the media side, and Veritas and BakBone on the software side.
HorizonTek, a Huntington, N.Y.-based solution provider, is providing space to Overland Data to serve as a warehouse for loaner equipment, said Don McNaughton, sales manager for HorizonTek. Overland Data, which does not have an east coast office, is rushing equipment to the solution provider, and using courier services to send equipment to companies in need, he said.
"Overland Data is helping out big time," McNaughton said. "We will assist them. But they are the real tech arm."
The consortium is in contact with a number of solution providers looking to help with the service, said Halliburton. "It's amazing how many solution providers are willing to offer their services," she said.
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DriveSavers, a Novato, Calif.-based data recovery specialist, is offering to help individuals and businesses affected by the World Trade Center attack recover data from hard drives or other data storage media which was hurt via fire, water, electrical surges, or impact, said John Christopher, data recovery engineer.
Such individuals or businesses can send the affected storage devices or media to DriveSavers, who will attempt to recover data from the media and return it on a CD or DVD disk via Federal Express, said Christopher. Such a service normally costs an average of $700, depending on media, size of files, operating system, and how fast it is needed, he said.
DriveSavers has about 2,000 solution providers across the country, and is encouraging those whose clients were affected by the attack to help those clients with the free services. Since the service is free, however, no commissions will be paid. "If they want to help their clients, great!" he said.
SwapDrive, a Washington, DC-based developer of software and services for backup, access, and delivery of data over the Internet, is offering free secure data backup services to the FBI and to businesses displaced by the terrorist attack.
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Beautiful wildflowers meander up the sides of this lovely floral cake made especially for Mother's Day. Our Daisies and Pink Posies Icing Decorations add a beautiful, easy accent to the sides.
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A few artistic additions turn a Princess Carriage Pan cake into a tea-for-two tableau. Use our patterns to shape cookies that stand in as teacup and saucer and the teapot's spout and handle.
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A bouquet of pretty posies winds its way up two fondant-covered tiers. Cut the free-form flowers and leaves using the Cut-N-Spin Rotating Cutting Board — it gives you more control when cutting those curves!
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Celebrate Motherhood with a flowerpot cake filled with cookie blossoms. Create the blossoms using 6 pc. Blossom Nesting Perimeter Cutters, floral wire stems, and fondant leaves. Simply lovely!
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A color flow framework draws the eye to botanical images created with royal icing. Use our patterns and piped-icing mortar to construct the gazebo-like overlay.
Romantic Ruffles and Mums Cake
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Pair lacy elegant eyelet strips with showy, radiant mums for a cake that makes a truly elegant statement.
Blue Carnation Cake!
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Artistically folded Sugar Sheets! create a stunning cake topped with the most beautiful blue carnation and bordered with matching pleated Sugar Sheets! Perfect for any special occasion, like Mother's Day, a graduation or wedding shower.
Our Family's Branching Out Cake
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Every family member is accounted for on his dessert. Round cookies are decorated to resemble each relative. Hung on branches made with florist wire and green florist tape and green leaves.
Spring Awakening Cake
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Pretty as an Easter centerpiece and just as tasty! This flower cake - including candy grass - will certainly cause a lot of oohs and ahhs to sprout.


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If you need any additional assistance in the area of Early Learning, we hope you will feel free to contact any of our staff to assist you with information regarding Early Learning services and programs available in the state of Kansas.
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A well-known broadcaster, humanitarian, and businessman passed away, Saturday, at the age of 71. Steven Stevens was a Chillicothe native, who began his broadcasting career in Ross County, but later moved on to bigger markets in Cincinnati and St. Louis.
He was inducted into the "St. Louis Broadcast Hall of Fame" in 2009, and also recorded many Bible translations that have been duplicated millions of times.
Stevens, of Cincinnati, also supported and befriended missionaries worldwide and made over 20 trips to Africa. In the 1990s, he led many groups into Russia, bringing in medical supplies and Bibles.
Dick Rutherford, who worked with him at WBEX in Chillicothe, said Stevens enjoyed his broadcasting career.
"He was reaching out to people; he was sharing so many different things with them, whether it be the news," said Rutherford. "I think he felt that it made a difference."
Stevens is survived by his wife, Gisela, with whom he had four daughters.
A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at Vineyard Cincinnati Church, in Springdale, on Wednesday, October 10th at 10am.
In lieu of flowers, friends are asked to make a donation to the Steven B. Stevens Foundation, which will continue supporting mission work in his name.


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Thank Apple for the Linux 'desktop'
I spent the weekend using Ubuntu 9.04 almost exclusively. Blame it on Apple.
Seven years ago I didn't know any better than to use Windows, but in 2002 I switched to the Mac and have never looked back. Between my Mac and my iPhone, I've lived a completely Windows-free existence for so long that I actually don't remember "the Windows way."
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Everyone knows that exercise often hurts the day after. Sometimes it's actually the worst two days after. If you push too hard, you may have trouble walking for a week. Luckily this soreness doesn't stick around, and after a week or two of exercising you probably won't get too sore anymore. However you're probably wondering what you can do to reduce all muscle soreness, including the initial soreness that prevents you from starting a new exercise routine. Luckily there are a few options that don't cost too much, but have a big payoff. Read the rest of this entry »


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A summer workshop for children entering Pre-K4 through Grade 7 will take place from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, June 25 through Aug. 3, at Annunciation School, 7580 Clinton St., Elma.
The program will include literature activities and summer reading, hands-on math and science activities, reading comprehension and phonics (primary grades), arts and crafts, and much more. The program and activities will be theme based. Many fun activities will take place daily, and the school's up-to-date technology will be utilized. The summer program will also be a great prep for New York State tests in math and ELA.
The cost of the program is $140 per week per child, with discounts offered for two or more children. There is also a per diem rate of $35 per day; per diem participants must give one-week notice.
A $25 registration fee per child must accompany a registration form to ensure that your child can attend the summer workshop. The registration fee will then be deducted off your first week's payment. Registration applications can be found on the school's website at www.annunciationschoolelma.com and payment must be returned to the school office by June 11. Children will need to bring a snack and lunch each day.
Annunciation's annual Kinderkamp program, for children entering kindergarten in September, will take place June 11-15. More information will be announced shortly.
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Any way to see a question's history of being closed and opened?
I think you are our of luck here, We age out older than 3 days close votes. So there is no history kept in the data dump. http://odata.stackexchange.com/stackoverflow/qt/5876/close-vote-stats Perhaps, you should change this to a feature request for the data dump to add close and open counts to a Post. | |||
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Suitable from 9 - 36kg
The I Seat Gro car seat is an affordable high back booster suitable from 9 - 36kg, approximately 9 months to 11 years. Designed to provide safety and comfort for your child whilst travelling in the car, the harness is equipped with an alarm to let you know if your little one has undone the buckle.Please ensure that the harness is done up when not in use to prevent the alarm from sounding
Adapting to your child as they grow, from 9kgs, approx 9 months, the seat is used with its five point harness, which can be adjusted individually, and is secured in the car with the car seat belt. When the child reaches 18kgs, approx 4 years, you can remove the harness and the car seat belt is then used.
Our exclusive Baby Weavers brand stands for great quality at a great price. What started out as a line of luxury nursing chairs - at half the competition's prices - has grown into a bestselling range of 250 pushchairs, prams, car seats, furniture and bedding. Loved by customers, loved by colleagues; it has a special place in the Kiddicare heritage as it's named after the children of the founding Weavers family.
Brought this as my little one was getting too big for her baby chair and wanted one that would last us a good few years. Both me dad and dd love it she is so happy to now be able to view the world in style.
This is used for two days a week when I care for two little grand-daughters who now both have seats via Kiddicare. Picked this one as it grows with the child and she wanted a pink seat, it is very light to manoevre, it is very tall compared to the Britex we have for the little baby but expected that. Can't comment on anything else as it will not be installed for a couple of weeks after half-term. Thank you Kiddicare.
was difficult at first to install but when I took off the covers it was quite easy
Very stylish car seat gorgeous colours! Really easy to fit into car and very sturdy and safe once in! My daughter absolutely loves her new car seat and looks so comfortable in it! Overall a lovely product highly recommend at a resonable price!
Very easy to transfer between cars stylish n pretty my little angel loves it I feel at peace knowing there is a an alarm on the harness, my little one is very inquisitive so as time goes by she will attempt to undo the buckle and that is assuring to know it'll alert me. Most important features I must say.
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The 2012 Dodge Challenger coupe continues to play in a 3-car rivalry with the Ford Mustang and the Chevrolet Camaro. While it remains true that the Challenger's V6 and V8 engines fall short of the horsepower benchmarks set by Ford and Chevy, the differences are not insurmountable. There is still plenty of performance to be had from the 2012 Dodge Challenger coupe, especially in the potent SRT trim. With comparable pricing and features for each corresponding trim, you might be wondering why you'd choose a less powerful Challenger model over a Mustang or Camaro. Comfort is a big reason, as is everyday drivability. Where the Mustang and Camaro offer practically no rear-seat room and a tiny trunk, the larger 2012 Dodge Challenger coupe provides ample space for four people and their luggage. The Challenger's interior is also much less claustrophobic than that of the Chevrolet Camaro, although its interior plastics are not quite up to the standard set by the Ford Mustang.
If you're old enough to remember driving or craving to drive the original Challenger, the 2012 Dodge Challenger coupe will bring back a lot of memories. If you're not old enough to remember the original, now's your chance to share a little bit of history repeating.
If you're all about maximum horsepower and top speed, the Ford Mustang GT and Shelby editions, as well as the Chevy Camaro ZL1 easily outmuscle the 2012 Dodge Challenger R/T and SRT8. Those looking for a light, nimble rear-drive sport coupe might be happier in a BMW 3 Series or Infiniti G37 Coupe.
Along with new trim designations, the 2012 Dodge Challenger gains some new optional features including a 900-watt, 18-speaker Harman/Kardon audio system, and zinc steering-wheel paddle shifters on SXT Plus and R/T. The SRT8 392 trim gains a new 2-mode adjustable suspension-damping system and an available heated steering wheel.
Even the most basic 2012 Dodge Challenger SXT coupe comes with a 305-horsepower V6 engine that provides plenty of get-up-and-go. But, if you really want to experience what the 2012 Dodge Challenger is all about, you must slip behind the wheel of a HEMI-powered R/T. Unlike its 1970s' namesake, the current Challenger is a pleasure to drive. The ride is firm, but not jarring, although things do get a bit more rigid with the upgraded 20-inch wheels and sport suspension packages. In R/T form, the Challenger's 5.7-liter V8 has plenty of muscle for fast off-the-line starts and terrifyingly quick passing maneuvers. While some of our testers found the 2012 Dodge Challenger's steering to be on the heavy side, no one complained of losing confidence when executing high-speed maneuvers. The 2012 Dodge Challenger R/T's suspension is sufficiently tight to control excessive body roll but, if all-out handling and gut-punching acceleration take precedence over a comfortable ride and reasonable fuel economy, the SRT8 392 trim is the obvious choice.
Favorite Features6.4-liter HEMI V8
It's the HEMI that brings the Challenger legend to life and with 470 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, the 6.4-liter monster motor in the SRT8 392 ensures only a handful of cars will be able to keep up.
18-speaker Harman/Kardon audio
This 900-watt powerhouse uses the latest energy-efficient technology to produce amazing sound with minimal power draw.
Although functional and possessing a few cool styling features, the overall interior of the 2012 Dodge Challenger doesn't live up to the promises made by its flashy exterior. Still a product of the previous-generation Charger, the Challenger's interior has not received the opulent update of its 4-door big brother, so the hard plastics, dull colors and somewhat loud interior remain in place for 2012. The 2012 Dodge Challenger's front bucket seats are wide and firm, with good side bolstering and adjustable lumbar support (something you won't find on the Camaro) so crucial on long drives. And, unlike the Mustang or Camaro, the 2012 Dodge Challenger's rear seats can actually fit two full-size adults (three in a pinch). A sizable trunk also gives the Challenger a leg-up on its Mustang and Camaro rivals.
While some people see the 2012 Dodge Challenger sport coupe as a rehashed version of the original 1970s muscle car, we see it differently. The two cars may share similar visual cues, but the 2012 Dodge Challenger is much bigger, much wider and has a number of styling characteristics all its own. Bold exterior colors are designed to make the Challenger stand out even more than its attractive styling already does, and available accessories such as a hood scoop and rear spoiler, allow for individual customization of the car. Based on the Dodge Charger platform, the Challenger provides sedan-like comfort hidden inside a cool coupe shell. Our only regret is that Dodge couldn't engineer the rear quarter windows to retract, a feature that would make the 2012 Dodge Challenger a true 2-door hardtop.
The 2012 Dodge Challenger SXT includes the 3.6-liter V6 engine that makes 305 horsepower, a 5-speed automatic transmission, automatic air conditioning, 18-inch aluminum wheels, cruise control, 6-way power driver's seat with power lumbar adjustment, tilt/telescoping steering wheel, leather-wrapped shift knob, vehicle information center and an AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with auxiliary audio input jack. Depending upon the trim level, additional features include the 5.7-liter HEMI V8, a 6-speed manual transmission, limited-slip differential, foglights, security alarm, Sirius Satellite Radio, USB port, auto-dimming rearview mirror, leather seating, Boston Acoustics speakers, 276-watt amplifier, Uconnect Voice Command with Bluetooth, heated front seats and a variety of trim and convenience features. The SRT8 392 includes premium leather with accent stripes, 20-inch wheels with performance tires, a functional hood scoop, rear spoiler, performance-tuned steering, Brembo brakes front and rear, specific trim features and the SRT Track Experience, where new owners can go to learn how to better control the car's incredible performance.
Available options for the V6 model include the SXT Plus package that adds leather seating, heated front seats, foglights, automatic headlights, Bluetooth streaming audio and phone connectivity with UConnect voice command, and a 276-watt Boston Acoustics audio system. Stand-alone options include updated audio systems, navigation and a number of dealer-installed accessories. R/T trims can be equipped with the Track Pack that includes 20-inch wheels and performance tires, heavy-duty brakes, performance steering and a track-tuned suspension. There are a variety of options for the SRT8 392, which are appropriate for its very high-performance mission in life.
The 2012 Dodge Challenger coupe offers a choice of three engines. Chrysler's modern 3.6-liter V6 makes 305 horsepower and delivers plenty of performance for any reasonable use on the highway or a curving mountain road. The value leader is to be found with the 5.7-liter HEMI; with the 5-speed automatic it's rated at 372 horsepower and with the 6-speed manual it's at 376 horsepower. At the top end resides the SRT8 392 of 6.4 liters. Producing a whopping 470 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, the only drawback to owning this powerplant is the cost incurred at the pump and possibly the courthouse.
3.6-liter V6
305 horsepower @ 6,350 rpm
268 lb-ft of torque @ 4,800 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 18/27
5.7-liter HEMI V8
372 horsepower @ 5,200 rpm (automatic)
376 horsepower @ 5,150 rpm (manual)
400 lb-ft of torque @ 4,400 rpm (automatic)
410 lb-ft of torque @ 4,300 rpm (manual)
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 15/23 (manual), 16/25 (automatic)
6.4-liter HEMI V8
470 horsepower @ 6,000 rpm
470 lb-ft of torque @ 4,200 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 14/23 (automatic); 14/23 (manual)
The 2012 Dodge Challenger SXT coupe has a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting just under $26,000. The Dodge Challenger R/T starts just over $31,000, while a fully loaded SRT8 392 model can top out around $50,000. These prices closely mirror the Dodge Challenger's main rivals, the Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro, but undercut European brands like the BMW 3 Series by a wide margin. To make your best deal, be sure to check the Fair Purchase Price to see what others in your area are paying for their Challengers. As for resale, we expect the 2012 Dodge Challenger coupe to hold good 5-year residual values on par with the Ford Mustang but slightly below the Chevrolet Camaro.
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NBA PM: Rondo for Gasol a Possibility?
The Los Angeles Lakers lost their second-straight game on Monday night, a late collapse to the Philadelphia 76ers, to drop to 14-11 on the season.
Los Angeles is in the middle of a difficult six-game road trip with stops ahead in Boston, New York and Toronto. While they're an impressive 11-2 at home, 3-9 away is an issue. The Lakers are just not a good team outside of STAPLES Center.
What's the solution? Will the return of Steve Blake (rib injury) make the difference? Would a small move catapult the Lakers back to elite status? Is there a big play to make?
General manager Mitch Kupchak may have inadvertently leaked one target to reporter Mike Trudell of Lakers.com.
To the question, what would he like to address before the trade deadline (March 15th), Kupchak answered:
"Well, if there were a way for us to get a 25-year-old, All-Star, ball-handling guard we'd love to do it … but that's not likely in February. So you look at other alternatives, and see if it's better than what you have. That's all."
First, a tiny bit of background. Kupchak has a history of being somewhat of a "literal" speaker. He's not the kind of GM who will flat out lie to media, but rather chose not to answer the question directly or indirectly.
You might call that a "tell."
One example would be Kupchak mentioning at a season ticket holder event (prior to drafting Andrew Bynum) that there was a high school kid he'd hate to see on another team. Later, he made a similar comment about a 17-year old.
Bynum at the time was the only 17-year-old, high school kid in that class. Kupchak all but spelled it out before the Lakers took him in 2005 NBA Draft.
Applying that logic to the Trudell quote, there is exactly one 25-year-old, All-Star, ball-handling guard in the league.
Rajon Rondo.
Note: "ball-handling guard" is triangle-speak for a point guard.
Additionally, sources have told HOOSPWORLD that the Boston Celtics do have interest in Gasol for their All-Star point guard.
The Celtics have the potential for sizable cap room this summer but there is no true sense that Dwight Howard or Deron Williams would be within their reach.
The list of options after the top two stars is not especially impressive. The Celtics have almost no one inside to play next to Kevin Garnett, who is in the last year of his contract.
Jermaine O'Neal still starts for the team but is not exactly high impact and might be the salary ballast to make a Laker/Celtics trade possible. To be fair, Brandon Bass has had a solid year as a Celtic, but Boston is looking for a more significant inside player.
Gasol has two years on his deal after this season which happens to line up when Paul Pierce's is set to expire.
The Celtics have shopped Rondo on a number of occasions. For a number of reasons, sources say Boston does not intend to rebuild their roster around Rondo.
The drop off from Rajon to second-year player Avery Bradley (a capable defender but not as experienced as a playmaker) may not be as significant to the Celtics as the void in the middle that Gasol would fill.
Boston could consider bringing back veterans Ray Allen and Garnett, while using their remaining spending power to improve at the point. Alternatively, they could renounce the rights to their free agents and come up with at least $11 million in cap space.
But would the rivals swap All-Stars? The two teams have dealt in the past, notably the Gary Payton/Rick Fox/Chris Mihm/Chucky Atkins/etc. trade in 2004.
Would the Lakers go big for small? Didn't they try to go two bigs for small in December?
Taking Kupchak at his word above, "We'd love to do it."
When the Lakers parted ways with Phil Jackson, instead of striving for continuity, the organization went in the opposite direction, cutting ties with the coaches, training staff (except institution Gary Vitti) and even Assistant General Manager Ronnie Lester.
If the team truly believed that the postseason letdown against the Dallas Mavericks was based on the fatigue of three-straight trips to the Finals, the Lakers would have hired Brian Shaw to follow Jackson and kept the same roster with some minor improvements.
That didn't happen. The team decided it was time to rebuild, offering Pau Gasol and Lamar Odom for Chris Paul. When the deal was scuttled by the league, LA furthered their move against continuity by dealing Odom to the Dallas Mavericks for an $8.9 million trade exception (and first-round draft pick, top-20 protected for many years).
The team remains fully committed to Kobe Bryant and Andrew Bynum, although there's no denying interest in Dwight Howard.
The Lakers are deficient at small forward this season but they are loaded with bodies and the three is arguably the easiest position to fill.
If there was a true building-block point guard available for the Odom exception, the Lakers would naturally have interest but the market instead appears to be Ramon Sessions, a steady, solid point guard who doesn't shoot particularly well (especially from three).
While the same can be said of Rondo's outside shot, the difference between the two as impact players is significant.
Other options at guard include Gilbert Arenas, Johnny Flynn and Kirk Hinrich . . . among others. None are big enough upgrades for the Lakers to make until they give up on bigger and better options.
When it comes to trade assets, if Bynum isn't on the table, Gasol may be the team's only path to solving the gaping need at point guard.
In the Trudell article, Kupchak acknowledges the obvious, "You could say to yourself the area where we're lacking the most is in the backcourt."
The trade exception and a first-round pick may bring back enough to improve the squad but to put the Lakers back in elite company? Unlikely.
Additionally, the new Collective Bargaining Agreement is more restrictive to big spenders than the prior deal. Gasol at about $19 million almost has to go if he's the third to Bryant/Bynum.
The Lakers won titles with Bynum as a distant fourth to Bryant, Gasol and Odom. The combination of Bynum and Gasol has always had its deficiencies, despite the height advantage. Those flaws are on full display and as Pau ages further, may never improve.
According to Kevin Ding of the Orange County Register, Gasol admitted Monday that the team may opt to make changes if the current road trip does not improve.
"That might occur, regardless," Gasol said. "I don't know. It's totally out of my power. But there's always a sense that if something was going to happen before, something might still happen until probably we get to the (trade) deadline. We won't know for sure. We've just got to try to forget about that, put that aside, and try to continue to play as well as we can without being affected by any of that."
Of course if Kupchak is to be taken literally, he did say in the earlier quote, "That's not likely in February."
The Lakers may covet Rondo. The Celtics may be interested in Gasol, but the league in general is still feeling out what's to come.
March 1st is significant because players who were signed to contracts over the summer are finally eligible to be traded. In the context of the Lakers/Celtics, perhaps Kupchak has designs on Bass instead of O'Neal as filler. The Lakers would have Troy Murphy and Josh McRoberts along with the big coming back from Boston (and the Odom trade exception to add to the mix).
Perhaps the Orlando Magic opt to deal Dwight Howard . . .
There's a rush to improve but how many deals league-wide have gone through recently? In about three weeks, look for that to change.
Kobe/Howard Rift?
As broken down by HOOPSWORLD's Steve Kyler and Alex Kennedy, Dwight Howard and Kobe Bryant may not be fully seeing eye-to-eye on what it would mean to team up in Los Angeles with the Lakers.
To date, Howard's representation has been granted permission to talk with the New Jersey Nets, Dallas Mavericks and Lakers in regards to a trade. That list hasn't changed.
For many reasons, Howard may prefer New Jersey.
That said, both the Nets and Mavericks may not be able to come up with a suitable trade package for the Magic to inspire a deal before the deadline.
The Lakers, if they include Andrew Bynum, may have more of a chance but equally Orlando may wait out Howard and try to either keep him over the summer or flip him via sign and trade.
The future is not yet written. The Howard/Bryant "rift" may be true or false (for what it's worth, a source out of Los Angeles says it never happened) but the reality vs. perception in the end may not matter one iota.
Each and every party has an idea of what they would like to do but it's a reactive business and the final outcome will be determined by a number of factors that haven't been conceived yet (for example the randomness of the Brook Lopez and MarShon Brooks injuries).
J.R. Smith Looking for a Big Contract
It's unclear exactly when free agent guard J.R. Smith will be free of his obligations in China. He could end up available as early as mid-February or well into March depending on the Zhejiang Golden Bulls playoff seeding/performance.
Smith has been linked to both the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers but both may be long-shots. Neither has more than the veteran's minimum to spend ($1.07 million in the case of Smith) and J.R. is looking to be compensated.
The New York Knicks are also rumored to be a suitor, armed with the more lucrative Room Exception at $2.5 million (both numbers are technically prorated because of the lockout).
Multiple sources say Smith is looking for the opportunity to showcase his talents and while the Knicks certainly need help at guard, J.R. has already had a stint with Carmelo Anthony. That may not be as appealing to Smith as some might think.
A more appealing option might be the Minnesota Timberwolves who have their $2.5 million, are suddenly a .500 team and have a true need at the two long-term. Coach Rick Adelman has a tremendous reputation for bringing out the best in players who have had difficulty adjusting to the NBA (Metta World Peace nee Ron Artest).
It's also unclear where Indiana will spend their money but at $2.7 million under the salary floor (and $14 million below the salary cap), they're going to be cutting a check to the league after the season if they don't bring on some payroll. A source indicates that Indiana would probably look elsewhere.
UPDATE: James Posey's amnestied salary counts towards the Pacers' minimum salary so they are sufficiently over the cap floor.
Additionally, Smith wants to be a primary option offensively. He's not going to get that on the Lakers, Clippers, Knicks or Pacers.
The Chicago Bulls have their Bi-Annual Exception at $1.9 million but role for Smith would probably be an issue for J.R. Additionally, a source said Chicago is undecided on whether or not Smith would be the right move for the organization.
The Clippers may have a bigger role at two-guard with Chauncey Billups suffering an Achilles' injury, but even then Smith would not necessarily be a primary scorer for the team.
The Wolves may be the best overall option for Smith if money and showcase are the priority.
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