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Looking for a job is the easiest part of the process. Our classifieds offer several pages devoted to listing vacant job positions. Being well-prepared, though, is a little more demanding. There will probably be a lot of competition for the job, and you will need to find ways to be better-prepared than most. Resume Having a very good resume will immediately increase your chances of getting the job. Make sure you use good quality paper, a good font style and size, and write a very cordial and interesting cover letter. These documents are your introduction to the employer and will be their first impression of you. Therefore, you have to make sure you seem an organized and methodical person. Tailor every resume to the job you are applying for, a generic one will not do. Use a standard format and include all the relevant details of your education, training and past employment. Remember, you want to sound like the right person for the job, so show the employer why they should choose…

If you’ve just bought a house…congratulations! You’ve survived the offer, the home inspection, mortgage application, financing, closing! Now it’s time to make that house your home. Keys and Locks Many people don’t think of this, but it’s a great idea to replace the locks or “rekey” them so that the old keys no longer work. Changing locks is easy to do, but you can hire a locksmith if you’d prefer to leave it to experts. This is also a good time to find a great “hiding” place for a key so you don’t get locked out. Under the doormat is way too easy to figure out. You never know who has a copy of the old key. They may have left some with friends and family, or loaned it out to an ex-roommate. They might even have a spare for themselves. Even if you’re buying a new home, contractors who worked on the home might also have keys. Now, there are some fun options for door locks. They have Keyless Entry door locks, which allow you to program in codes for people…this eliminates the ne…

Do you remember going to the drive-in movies? They were a big thing once…and they are coming back! What can be more fun than pulling up in your car with your family, turning on the radio to the right station, and preparing to watch two movies…all from the comfort of your own car? What’s even better…you can bring blankets, babies, and adjust the volume to your desires! Most drive ins also have concession stands, so you don’t even have to go hungry. If you’re going to the movies in this new old method, there are a few things you might want to take with you: Folding Chairs (Just in case you want to sit outside of your car.) Air loungers are good, too! A Cooler With Drinks. Some theatres might charge if you bring your own food and drink, but it doesn’t hurt to have them! Coffee is good when it’s a double-show, especially since the second one might not even start until late night Supper and You’re keeping awake until late so it’s everything about the carbs. You can’t turn …

Great, vintage, collectible or downright old car? How would you know the distinction, and exactly when does a more seasoned vehicle become an amazingly classic vehicle? For the most part it depends upon who you ask: various vehicle clubs, collectors, countries, and insurance agencies have different methods of deciding whether a vehicle qualifies as a classic car. The essential attributes of a classic vehicle are age, condition and uniqueness among different vehicles. How do you classify these cars? Antique – A vehicle more than 45 years old. Classic – A vehicle made at least 20 years prior to the current year. This definition is accepted by most state DMV’s. CCCA Classic – A “fine” or “distinctive” automobile, either American or foreign built, produced between 1925 and 1948 as defned by the Classic Car Club of America. Vintage – A vehicle made between 1919 and 1930. Is your classic car valuable? To be valuable and extraordinary, it must also be in great condition an…

Keeping the value of your home or even adding to the value of your home may not require a gigantic effort on your part. Simple things such as a tidy yard and garage, freshly painted exterior, building a car port or installing a modern kitchen are all ways to keep the value where you want it to be. After all, buying your property is a large investment of time and money. Financially, if you rent out your property and are commanding more rent because of the improvements, this is reflected in the overall value of the place. You may also save money with tax deductions for your expenses related to improving the property. Larger equity from an improved home that will enable you to comfortably borrow more money for other investments. Some factors which affect the value of your property over time, and may not be obvious are: Safety – homes in cul-de-sacs and areas safer for children. Location close to desirable schools. Limited availability – in a nice neighborhood, limited c…

Tired of being cooped up in your house and want a safe but wonderful daytrip? Here are 10 amazing destinations you can go to that can renew your energy, spirit, and life! Amazing Animals 4235 Rambler Avenue, St. Cloud 34772 (407) 719-6269 Home to over 100 exotic animals this animal preserve gives private tours…just you and your group! There are many photo opportunities and hands-on encounters during this tour. Everglades National Park Airboat Tour and Wildlife Show 24050 SW 8th Street, Miami 33194 (305)242-7700 Take an airboat through the Everglades and adventure with the alligators, birds, and turtles. This trip includes a wildlife show where guests see alligator wrestling techniques that were used by Native Americans. It even gives visitors a chance to hold a baby alligator! Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park 100 Savannah Blvd., Micanopy 32667 (352) 466-3397 Florida’s first State Preserve, this wonderful park features herds of wild horses and bison. Nearly 300 species of bird…

If your vehicle’s AC has has lost its ability to keep you cool, it may simply need a recharge of refrigerant. With a few items from any auto parts store, you should be able to do it yourself. You will need gloves, eye protection, AC recharge service hose with a pressure gauge, and a can of refrigerant. And maybe a paperclip. DIY Vehicle AC Recharge Connect the recharge service hose with pressure gauge and valve to the can of refrigerant. Twist valve counter clockwise until puncture tip is retracted. Screw onto the can of refrigerant. Twist valve clockwise until it punctures the can’s top. Attach nozzle to the low pressure service fitting on the A/C system. It should only match one fitting. Turn on the vehicle and set the AC to MAX inside cooling. You should see and hear the compressor engage. If the compressor does not engage, you may have too little refrigerant in the system which suggests a leak. If after adding refrigerant, the compressor still does not…

School supply shopping is an experience for you and your youngster, but on the other hand it can be quite a chore. New is fun—fresh starts, new teachers, new friends, new clothes, new shoes, new school supplies, new lunch boxes, and new backpacks. Be that as it may, it can be overwhelming. (Your child is growing up way too fast—and is presently sulking in aisle two.) Don’t panic! Here’s a guide to what you will need to get. Before starting, you should check with your school to see if they provide a supply list. Compare it to what we have here to see what else you might want to get. Your child’s backpack might be worn out from last year, for example. Some schools have the teacher buy the majority of the school supplies to guarantee every kid has similar things—and to make sure they have exactly what is needed. In these cases, a donation to the teacher is never a bad idea, to help cover the cost of these supplies. There might also be organizations that help obtain supplies fo…