Archive for April, 2007
April 29th, 2007 -- Posted in Story |
Since most of us are ingrained with the idea that the committee responsible for residential real estate is typically 6 percent, it warrants discussion why time Brokers charge a higher percentage.
First, realize that 6 per cent in a typical home can be a low percentage, but because the selling price is many times higher than that of timeshare, 6% is a lot of dollars.
A sale of timeshare in the same way that involves a lot of work and expenses such as selling a house, sometimes even more, but the commission dollar amount is so low that most traditional advocates consider it a waste of their time selling timeshare.
So yes, the percentage is higher timeshare, but the dollar amount is much lower. This is a high percentage but low dollar amount of commission. Compared with sales of origin, time-sharing is a completely different industry with very little selling prices and costs that are proportionally much higher.
It is very difficult and expensive to properly market the sale of a timeshare.
In a further sale of the developers time, it is well known that the marketing and commissions paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price, total about 50 percent! That is one of the reasons why the resale on a typical time-sharing is only a maximum of approximately 50 percent of what was originally paid.
At the timeshare resales industry, brokerage commissions charged by Licensed Real Estate Brokers average between 20% to 40%. Resorts timeshare and timeshare developers, usually charge 25% to 40% for resale operations
In addition, most of time licensed real estate agents have a mandatory minimum commission amount ranging in the vicinity of $ 2000 to $ 3000. with an average of about $ 2,500.
Because the average resale price is so low, the committee mandatory minimum is required if the corridor is to stay in business, while expenses proportionately higher professionally relevant to the marketing of a timeshare. The cost of a sale for a runner is on a list the same low price as it is at a higher price list.
Once again, the average commission of $ 2500 is not a lot of money compared to the work of the initiation of the sale, after it through with the buyer and seller until it closes, accountability and responsibility the cost of the entire process.
Remember that if you sell without a broker only you are responsible for the problems.
Our company is paid a fee only if we succeed in selling timeshare, we all costs if it sells or not, and we firmly believe that this is the only way it should be.
We are the first company resale, and happy to do so honestly and without charging any advance payment.
Our corridor is one of the relatively few other runners to be the same policy.
We are well aware that we could make many times more money and could easily develop some regime sufficiently convincing to prove the cause sellers to pay upfront fees – is much less work and much easier to find people willing to pay for an exit timeshare, which is to find buyers who are willing to pay to buy one!
However, we are firmly committed to our policy of a reasonable fee for the service, only after which the service is performed.
In conclusion, when considering the payment of a commission of timeshare, focus on the dollar amount to get the job done, and not the commission percentage.
And when comparing between brokers, the lowest commission offered may not be the most sensible, either.
If the goal is to really sell the property, Broker with an average commission that spends what is needed and actually sell the timeshare, is certainly a wiser choice than choosing a broker willing to list with a low commission, but not long ago, and not sell the property.
You can rest assured that no-advance-payment Brokers like us, only a modest net return to the high percentage, but low dollar amount of payment.
The worst thing that a seller can do is take the attitude that the seller said that Broker, “I am not going to pay” such proportion “to sell my turn!” – Then foolishly return and pay upfront fees repeatedly to companies that do not sell their timeshares and usually are not even licensed real estate brokers.
The result is that these vendors end up paying exorbitant fees that are not sold to, rather than an impartial commission, to sell it!
PLEASE do not fall prey to the many companies out there that are ready, willing and able to convincingly say how they will sell their timeshares for a great price as soon as you pay (or the company that relate to) any type of advance fee for an assessment or payment – no matter how logical reason for the rate of initial sounds.
On a positive note, before the wine over the Internet, there was virtually no means of marketing a timeshare resale at any price, but the good news is that there is now a strong market if the price is in line with the price that other vendors are willing to sell units identical.
It is our standard company policy, at no cost, sellers provide an honest estimation of market value.
Dalie Abot writes for Sunterra Timeshares provides detailed information on timeshare,timeshare News, timeshare companies, timeshare resorts and more. please visit http://www.timesharez.org.
April 24th, 2007 -- Posted in Story |
Are you working out for better health? Are you training to build muscle? You are probably training for both of these reasons. You have probably asked, what is the best overall exercise for me.
First, there is not one exercise. You are training to have a well developed body, not just well developed calves or big arms. I have known people who only trained their arms. They looked disproportioned, sort of like Popeye. Some train for strength. Some train for tone. Some train for serious muscle gains. From the novice trainee to the serious bodybuilder, you should want overall body symmetry.
Still, isn’t there an exercise that is more productive than all others? Yes, that would be the squat. It is the one exercise, when done correctly, will have more impact on more of our bodies than any other exercise. ” Learning to squat is one of the most important things in starting out right. Let us be clear, 95% of all who ever use these muscle ways (the squat ) will be successful. It will help every one gain muscle mass and strength.” Jeff Everson and Roger Reidinger, Professional bodybuilders for 40 years.
“The squat is powerful. No other exercise gives you as much ripple effect. It works many muscles.” Cory Everson, six time Ms. Olympia winner. Lets just look at all the muscles it works. The squat works the quadriceps femoris, the vastus medialus, the lateralis and rectus femoris, the gluteal muscles, thr gluteus maximus, mininus, and medius. And higher up in your body it works your erector spinalus and spinal intrinsics, ant the lower and mid-back.
The squat also effects much more of the body. ” The squat is a powerful anabolic stimulator, increases post-exercise testosterone analogs, insulin and growth hormone outputs as much as any exercise can or may,” George Baselice, professional trainer. In addition to the hormonal effect, it has a positive effect on the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. The squat makes for stronger heart and lungs. It affects the cardiovascular system more than any other weight bearing exercise. It causes the heart to beat harder and faster. One’s breathing becomes much deeper. This creates a hypoxia effect, when oxygen intake is temporarily insufficient. This state is an awesome metabolic stimulator. ” If there is one movement that builds and tests one’s overall rugged body power more than any other, it is the squat. This powerful tool is a cornerstone exercise for all my weight training and those of my clients.” George Baselice.
There are a variety of ways to do squats. You can perform back squats, front squats, dumbbell squats, and even hack squats which are performed on a hack squat machine. As always, it is important to start out slowly. Develop proper technique. This is very important. If done incorrectly, the squat can be hard on the knees and lower back. So take your time, and learn the proper form and movement for the squat.
Let’s end this article with a quote from Tom Platz. Many consider Tom to have the best developed legs ever in the sport of bodybuilding. ” The truth is that you will probably never reach your full potential without the squat. The squat forces your whole body to grow.” Tom Platz.
Written by John Markus at http://www.feelmorelife.com John had been a pharmacist for 33 years. His wife has type I diabetes. Also, his eight year old granddaughter has diabetes. He and his family have been dealing with these type of problems for a long time. Tough at times, but successfully in end. John has also studied exercise and it’s effects upon the body and medical conditions for 30 plus years.
April 19th, 2007 -- Posted in Story |
Choosing the right university is like in the middle of a crossroad. Right in front of the person making a choice are divergent roads heading to different directions. With thousands of educational institution out there in the open, the most difficult thing to do is to compare and decide which one is best.
Over the years, the rapid development of Australian Universities gaining reputation worldwide it invited more and more students to secure Australian Student Visa or Australia Student Visa. Every year, the country is flocked with thousands of international students dreaming to grab a degree in one of the best schools in Australia. With the country’s famous reputation, offering a first-class educational training, it entices students to be one among those privilege to get it.
On top of the dream to study in Australia is the dream to study in the best universities. These universities provide countless of opportunities and choices from its vast range of courses including traditional learning and technical courses. Each university in Australia offers a unique set of curriculum and specialization in a field of study.
This 2008, survey revealed the top ten universities in Australia. The rank is as follows:
- Australian National University
- University of Melbourne
- University of Sydney
- University of Queensland
- University of Western Australia
- University of New South Whales
- Macquaire University
- Monash University
- University of Adelaide
- Flinders University
With the many top universities in Australia, three of the best universities will be discussed in detailed.
Australian National University
Consistently ranked as the top university over the years, it is the the only university in the country which placed amongst the top fifty (50) worldwide in different international surveys.
Known as ANU, the university is a public research university located in Canberra, Australia. Founded on August 1, 1946 by the Parliament of Australia, it was instituted by legislation for the purpose of conducting and promoting research in the country.
The university is governed by 15 member council. It has linkages with several university alliances and cooperative networks.
Currently, the newly established academic units known as the “Colleges,” is comprised of seven colleges. These are coordinated units that conduct research and teaching different disciplines. Before the structure of academics was made up of three parts; The Institute of Advanced Studies, the Faculties and the University Cent res.
Australia’s finest university brags its unique, research driven climate where smart and ambitious learners are educated using world-class facilities, high technology laboratories, lecture areas and theaters and including the most powerful computer in Australia.
Sharing the top spot as a highly respected university in the world, it prides to be achieving stars in prestige, personnel qualifications, and graduates securing the best jobs and high salaries in top companies.
University of Melbourne
Ranked as one of the top universities in Australia and in the world, the academe is known for its excellence in the fields of engineering, arts, law, humanities and biomedicine. It is the second oldest school in Australia and the oldest in Victoria. The university belongs to the pools of Australia’s “Group of Eight” lobby group.
In 2005, Vice chancellor Glyn Davis introduced a reform program called the “Glowing Esteem.” The target of the reform is to consolidate the three core activities, Research, Learning and Knowledge, to become the finest university in the world. The controversial Melbourne model , the aimed university degree structure is a combination of various practice in the United States and Europe. The school heads posits that this will be consistent with the Bologna Accord, making its degrees possessing an international relevance.
University of Sydney
Founded in 1850, University of Sydney is the first university in the Australia. It holds an international reputation for outstanding teaching and as a center of excellence. Aside from its global reputation, it has international networks committed to quality and community service.
In its continuous rise for global recognition, it placed top 40 in the world’s best universities. The fields of teaching, humanities and research ranked fifth in the world according to UK’s Times Higher Education Supplement.
The university’s performance is measured by benchmarking against world class peers in the education sector. The benefit of the activity is to develop new programs for the university’s advancement.
Aside from it continuous pursuit for academic excellence, it dedicates closely community extension programs with the indigenous communities. A social community service to be proud of.
The Benefit
Attaining a full course in a top university in Australia gives the student a competitive edge tin the industry. Future employers and government including other academic systems acknowledge the high quality of education and training from these schools. Graduates will be receiving more positive answers to land in the best job openings with salaries compensable and higher than the rest. Since the training is world-class, it is presumed that graduates from these universities are far more abreast with the latest innovations and exposed to a global setting. Chances are, they are picked to be on top and is given high regard and priority.
The Requirement
Before one could land for the dream university, the requirements set forth by the authority and the university’ must be complied.
The Overseas Student Program (OSP) which is operated by the Australian Government permits people who are not citizens of Australia or Australian Permanent Resident to avail an education in Australia. An Australian Visa is required.
For the granting of an Australian Student Visa, international students must provide evidence that shows the assessment factors applicable in the country of origin. These factors include the English proficiency exam and the financial capability requirement.
Australian Student Visa is divided in sub classes based on the principal course study the the students intends to obtain.
Since the government associates risk to some extent in issuing Australian Student Visa, it bases the assessment factor on the applicants nationality and their intended field of study.
To students who have obtained some qualifications on Australian standard are potentially able to qualify for a new category of permanent Skilled Overseas Student Visas in Australia. This however is upon completion of their studies. The good thing about this Skilled Overseas Student Visa visa is the chance for a permanent residency status under the skilled migration program.
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April 13th, 2007 -- Posted in Story |
Room For Improvement
Why move when you can improve? There are lots of reasons to extend, whether you want to create more space, add value to your home or just love the area in which you live. ‘The increasing cost and hassle of moving combined with uncertainty in the property market makes staying put an attractive prospect,’ says Hugo Tugman, co-founder of Architect Your Home. ‘Many properties have untapped potential, and renovations can make a home more enjoyable to live in as well as adding to its market value.’
Be Area Aware
Before you plan that extravagant extension or costly conversion, it’s crucial to talk to a local estate agent to find out what renovations are popular in your area. Every street has a ceiling value so don’t over develop if you want to see a good return on your investment.
Research First
‘If your area is full of young professionals, family-friendly extensions are not the way to go,’ says Michael O’Flynn of Findaproperty.com. ‘Ask agents for examples of extended properties they’ve sold and how much they went for.’ FindaProperty.com has access to the Land Registry’s sold prices info, plus properties currently on the market. ‘Plan wisely and you’ll add more value than the amount spent,’ adds Tugman
Extensions The Latest Trends
While most contemporary extensions are a world away from those awkward structures that attempt unsuccessfully to blend in with an existing building, they’ve moved on from the ultra-modern glass boxes and mixed materials of the past few years. ‘People are still happy to change the structure of a building and do something a bit more dramatic, but purity is a big trend, and using lots of different materials is less fashionable than it has been,’ says architect Guy Morgan-Harris. ‘Instead, opt for something more refined. Pure white-rendered extensions work well on period houses, or choose a design clad entirely in timber.’
Judith Tugman of Architect Your Home agrees: ‘Clients want simple, light, airy spaces – a blank canvas they can decorate and personalise. We’re using natural materials to create modern extensions that are warm and functional.’
With more people working from home, studies are becoming an increasingly popular reason to extend. ‘We have lots of clients who want a work space that can be hidden away at the fold of a lever,’ says Guy. ‘Many people are also converting rooms at the front of the house into an office, and redesigning the back of the house as the main living space. As a result, having your audio-visual equipment, plasma screen, lighting and Wi-Fi integrated into the structure is a clever idea.’
Unsurprisingly, there’s also been a big move towards sourcing more environmentally sound materials, and government regulations mean that any new structure must adhere to energy-saving guidelines. ‘Materials such as bamboo, which is affordable, durable and eco friendly, are very popular, and people are also requesting low-VOC paints,’ says Guy. ‘One in four lights in new structures should be low energy, and proper insulation is also key. In the long run, of course, all of these elements will cut down your energy bills as well.’
Why employ an architect?
‘It sounds obvious, but builders specialise in building things and architects specialise in designing spaces,’ explains Judith Tugman of Architect Your Home. ‘Going straight to a builder means you miss out on the crucial design stage. By using an architect, you’ll end up with a home that’s right for you and that you’ll love living in. Remember, too, a badly designed extension can actually reduce the selling price.’
You can hire an architect to manage all of the building process, including helping you secure planning consent and building regulation certification, finding a suitable builder, monitoring progress, standards and safety on site, arranging input from specialists and overseeing construction to completion.
‘Your relationship with your architect is very important, so it’s crucial to find someone you’re confident you can work with,’ says Mark Dyson of Enclosure Architects. One of the best ways is through personal recommendation, or contact RIBA, which can provide a shortlist of architects with the skills to suit your project. Log on to architecture.com/useanarchitect for a directory of registered practices.
When you find an architect who appeals, ask to see their portfolio. Look at three recent jobs and visit finished projects. Don’t forget to ask for references, and bear in mind a good practice will be in demand.
Preparing a brief
Design is not the same as art,’ says Mark Dyson of Enclosure Architects. ‘An architect is, in fact, a problem solver, not an artist. Consider what you want from your extension and how it will make your life better.’ Sit down with your architect and identify what you want to achieve. Don’t overdo the brief, but make sure it’s unambiguous and well-defined.
Consider how the finished project will function. Do you need an extra bedroom, crave a bigger kitchen or want more light in your home? Who will use it, and for what?
Think about the design direction. ‘Have you already seen something you like the look of?’ asks architect Guy Morgan-Harris. ‘Do you want it to contrast or be in keeping with the existing structure? It’s really handy to collect images of projects that appeal to you.’
Consider internal finishes such as flooring, lighting, storage and even smaller things like light switches in the early stages, as they’ll all affect your budget.
Agree on a timescale. ‘If you rush a job you may lose out on quality, and the project may end up costing more as there will be less time to source materials,’ says Guy.
Setting your budget
Clients are sometimes cagey about money,’ says Judith Tugman, ‘but if you give your architect a budget, they can assess what’s possible.’ And discuss it as a team – your architect may even be able to do a job for less, in which case you could have more to spend on fittings.
A general rule of thumb is to allow £150 per sq ft of development, and remember you aren’t just thinking about the extension, but the existing space inside, too.
If you opt for less expensive fixtures and fittings, you could squeeze this down to £100, but equally, if you go for higher quality this could rise to £200 per sq ft.
Bear in mind that, on top of the build budget, there will be architect, engineer and builders’ fees, government VAT and building control and planning costs, too.
Don’t forget to allow a contingency fund of 10 per cent for unforeseen circumstances.
Ground Level extensions
Up until quite recently, the front of the house was the most social area of the home and the kitchen and rear were purely functional spaces. Now, with cooking the nation’s favourite pastime, open-plan kitchen-diners are increasingly in demand. ‘Buyers like spaces that suit their lifestyle and aspirations, and side extensions and large living/dining areas appeal to the way people live now,’ says Michael O’Flynn. ‘Having a large, well-lit family space that has access to the garden is a big selling point.’
The latest ground-level extensions are seamlessly integrated inside, but also blur the boundaries between inside and out. ‘The flow of the structure, finishes and materials such as the flooring can work with the outside space to make them feel like the same entity,’ says Mark Dyson. ‘Full-height doors can help to connect the interior to the garden, and even in the winter when the doors are closed it can still give the impression it’s one large space.’
Providing your property hasn’t been extended in the past, you can extend by up to 50 cubic metres, as long as it’s not more than 4m above ground level, or 10 per cent of the existing floor space, without obtaining planning permission. Even so, always check before embarking on a project in case there are other conditions that apply.
Sometimes simply removing internal walls can open up a space without having to eat into valuable footage in the garden. And don’t forget that making use of a side return can increase the size of your kitchen by up to 40 per cent.
Part L Regulations, which relate to a building’s thermal efficiency, mean there is now a restriction on how much glass you can use, but this can be offset by installing high- efficiency insulation and by using Low E (low emission) double or triple glazed panels.
Basement conversions
Basement conversions are the most expensive and specialised projects to undertake, but a good idea if you live in a very high-cost area. ‘Conversion companies will charge around £250-£300 per sq ft to create extra living space under your existing home, and a 20 x 20ft basement in a London terrace can cost anything from £100,000 to £120,000 to convert,’ says Michael O’Flynn. ‘However, it can provide a whole new floor, and internal living space in the most sought-after areas can cost more than £1,000 per sq ft, so the overall gain can be well worth the investment’
‘The majority of conversions we do are very much about leisure,’ says Maggie Smith of The London Basement Company. ‘We create big family rooms with built-in plasma screens and audio equipment. It’s important to remember to incorporate good storage, as well.’
Older period properties tend to be more suitable as they have sturdier foundations, and many already have cellars, meaning foundations are even deeper. More modern houses can sometimes be converted, but check with an underpinning specialist to assess feasibility and cost.
If your house is a terrace, you may need to underpin your neighbour’s property as well as your own, and will need building regulations approval to cover damp-proofing, ventilation and wiring. Planning permission isn’t usually necessary for cellar conversion, but is for a new basement.
If a house has a timber floor, work can begin from outside, meaning you can live there during work. If the floor is concrete, work must start by going straight through, so you’ll need to move out for a while. You can tank a basement, but if the water table is too high, the cost will be prohibitive.
How long a conversion takes depends on the project size, but an average job of 50-80 sq m takes around 20-24 weeks.
Loft conversions
Loft conversions are always popular as they make use of existing space,’ says Michael O’Flynn. ‘Adding an extra bedroom and bathroom can boost the value of your property by 15-20 per cent, and take it into a completely new price bracket.’ Think carefully about who you employ, though. ‘If you choose an off-the-peg conversion company, you’ll get an off-the-peg solution,’ points out Judith Tugman.
Properties built before around 1975 are most likely to be suitable. Modern trussed roofs may need more structural work, and an attic roof needs to be at least 2.3m high unless you’re prepared to have the ceiling below lowered.
To be considered a proper room, it will need a permanent staircase. If you’re planning a bathroom, think where soil pipes will go and whether your existing boiler could supply extra hot water.
Your local planning office can tell you if you need planning permission, as it can vary. You’ll also need to comply with building regulations, including fire safety requirements.
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April 9th, 2007 -- Posted in Story |
I’ve been selling successfully online for almost ten years now.
I’ve sold everything from ninety cent pens…to $3,900 information products.
But in my humble opinion, by far the single best kind of product someone can sell is money-making opportunity products and services.
In fact, I find this is always a good idea because you can always get good money when selling an opportunity that will create more money for the end user.
It’s extremely easy to justify a high price and, if it truly delivers (and if it doesn’t, you shouldn’t sell it) people will love you for it.
Plus, many marketers just don’t realize what kind of impact a good money making product has on a person’s life. Most people are struggling with bills and to make their rent or mortgage. In some cases, just an extra $100 per month can radically change someone’s life for the better. Get them out of the red and into the black. And allow them some much needed “breathing room.”
And besides that, money is a very emotional topic and it’s easy to sell something that creates emotion.
In fact, if you tell someone who is desperate to bring more money into their lives that for $100 you will give them $500 per month they will sit up and notice. They will listen to every word you have to say so long as you do it in a way that respects their intelligence.
Bottom line:
If you want to find a product with a huge market and that is easy to sell, then market money making opportunities. As long as it is legitimate and really works, it’s almost like selling money at a discount.
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