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GetMoreVacations.com New Website Just in Time for Vacation Planning

Affordable family fun with GetMoreVacations.com

Destin, FL (PRWEB) April 1, 2009

GetMoreVacations has launched a newer, easier to use version of their popular website, GetMoreVacations.com. The site directs vacationing families to comfortable, affordable vacation rental properties throughout Florida, North Carolina and Alabama that include vacation activities like complimentary golf, water parks, white water rafting, wildlife tours, deep sea fishing, amusement parks, unlimited DVD rentals and much more every day of the guests’ stay.

The new site is easy to navigate and invites guests to select from a wide variety of exciting vacation destinations, property types and fun activities that are included in their stay. Guests can leave comments about their vacation experiences and even upload photos from their vacation to share with friends and family.

“Traveling families are going to be looking for creative ways to get the most out of their vacations this year,” says GetMoreVacations’ Marketing Director Kim Turner. “The best way to save on vacation is to stay at a vacation rental property and every day you are reading more about people choosing them as an alternative to hotels. You can save a lot of money because vacation rentals have kitchens so you don’t have to eat out for every meal. It is a more relaxed atmosphere – much more like home than the restrictive, insulated atmosphere of a hotel. We had such an enthusiastic response when we first launched our site, we took our guests’ feedback and went back to the drawing board to create this new site that incorporated all of their suggestions. We wanted to make something that was fun, something interactive, something that would be the first place traveling families would want to go to make their plans. I think we’ve done that. It’s part of our new slogan – ‘A Better Vacation Starts Here’”.

On the new site, guests can select from vacation properties ranging from cabins near the Blue Ridge Mountains, beach houses on the shores of the Outer Banks, condos on the Gulf of Mexico or beautiful homes with multiple rooms and levels – suitable for larger family gatherings or groups who might like to travel together to split costs. Or guests can begin their search for their ideal vacation by perusing the various complimentary activities at the different destinations.

“Guests at our Asheville (North Carolina) properties can enjoy a round of golf, admission to an amusement park, white water rafting, a trolley tour, a tour of Lake Lure and in ski season, lift passes to Ski the Wolf – every day of their stay. In Destin (Florida), many of our partners provide a round of golf, tickets to the water park, deep sea fishing, dolphin cruises, amusement park admission and unlimited DVD rentals each day. We’re in Florida, North Carolina, Alabama, West Virginia and California and expanding every day. Our guests will write to us to let us know that they really enjoyed a dolphin cruise or seeing the wild mustangs on the Outer Banks – that it was something they might not have thought of or been able to do if it hadn’t been included in their stay. Often times it turns out to be one of the most memorable experiences of their trip,” concludes Turner.

GetMoreVacations.com was launched in April of 2008 by Amenity Services Inc. (ASI) – the nation’s leading provider of amenity programs to vacation rental properties. These programs provide vacationing guests with daily complimentary golf, deep sea fishing, water parks, amusement parks, unlimited DVD rentals and much more. These give guests of vacation rental properties a more “all-inclusive” vacation experience by providing the best activities an area has to offer in one convenient, easy-to-use program. ASI was founded in 1996 and is based in Destin, Florida. ASI currently provides programs in Alabama, Florida, North Carolina and West Virginia and has a large, rapidly growing client base of some of the most respected names in the vacation rental property management industry.

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Braveheart Dog Rescue Fundraising Event at the Hastings Country Club, Mn. Everyone Invited! Prepare to Have a Great Time

Brandi & Sage

Hastings, MN (PRWEB) February 5, 2010

Minneapolis-St. Paul (PRWEB) February 5, 2010 — Braveheart Rescue Inc., a nonprofit 501(c)(3) dog rescue located in Hastings, MN, invites dog and music lovers to a fun-filled evening on Saturday, March 6, 2010 at the Hastings Country Club from 7:00 pm to midnight. “Hanging Curve,” a rock band out of Golden Valley, will be the entertainment for the evening. Assorted appetizers will be served and a cash bar is available. There will also be a silent auction and raffle prizes. Donation is $ 25.00 at the door.

Hastings Country Club is located at 2015 Westview Drive, Hastings, MN 55033. (http://www.hastingscountryclub.org) Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance by calling 612.382.4234. Donations are also welcome through the website http://www.braveheartrescueinc.com. One hundred percent of the proceeds will go directly to Braveheart Rescue’s efforts in rescuing dogs, helping them heal physically and psychologically, preparing them for life in their new homes.

About Braveheart Rescue Inc.

Braveheart Rescue Inc. is a nonprofit charitable dog rescue that takes in any breed of dog based on the mission “Dogs Come First.” Dogs taken in by the rescue come from all over the United States including Missouri, Georgia, Alabama, New Mexico, Illinois, Iowa and the Dakotas. These dogs may be physically abused, sick, lack socialization–human and canine–, don’t know how to walk on a leash and are generally on a list to be euthanized. On average Braveheart Rescue Inc. helps between 100 and 150 dogs annually and has the capacity to kennel and care for about 30 dogs at one time. Recent natural disasters and the current recession have led to an increased number of dumped and abandoned dogs.

Braveheart Rescue’s five-acre compound in Hastings provides housing and exercise facilities as well as medical care and training for dogs that otherwise might be destroyed. Each and every dog is seen by a veterinarian within 2 or 3 days upon arriving at the rescue. They receive the appropriate vaccinations, are heartworm tested and treated for a myriad of physical problems common to dogs that have been living in overcrowded shelters. All the dogs are spayed or neutered upon arrival. Once all the medical issues have been dealt with, the dogs are allowed to have the time to become comfortable in their own fur again. They are free fed, always have fresh and clean water at their disposal, lots of playtime, a warm bed to sleep in and a caring staff and group of volunteers who help them relearn that they are indeed special and deserving of a second chance at life.

Braveheart Rescue Inc. is also active in the community and tries to raise awareness about dog rescue with the general public.

Braveheart Rescue has been successful in finding homes for so many dogs since its inception. And it has made for many happy dog owners. Here’s what some families have had to say about their experience adopting a dog from Braveheart Rescue:

“Braveheart Rescue Organization should be the very first stop in the journey of discovery if one is serious about adopting a dog. Much more than a holding pen for dogs waiting to be selected, Braveheart Rescue takes the time to bring the dog back to health, start the process of building trust with humans as well as behavior training if necessary, integrate the dog with other dogs, and teach the animal to enjoy life again through discipline, play and proper diet. As a former volunteer and adopter of two dogs from Braveheart Rescue, it has been my experience that an animal will not be released unless Brandi (Director of “Braveheart Rescue Organization ) is assured that the dog is family ready, in good health and a good match for perspective adopter. I have personally observed how Brandi at great expense will keep dogs at the shelter for months until a suitable family is found. The integration of the two dogs that I adopted (each six months apart) went smoothly with family and home because of the commitment that is given to each dog that is taken in by Braveheart Rescue.”

Braveheart Rescue Inc. operates solely on donations from the public and the fundraisers they hold throughout the year. So please come out on March 6 and support this great organization. Help them continue to do the work they obviously do so well. All donations are completely 100 percent tax deductible.

“Life is as dear to a mute creature as it is to man. Just as one wants happiness and fears pain, just as one wants to live and not die, so do other creatures.” — The Dalai Lama

For more information, contact:

Brandi Tracy–Braveheart Rescue Inc.

http://www.braveheartrescueinc.com

612-382-4234

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One Move At A Time – Former State Trooper Turned Motivational Speaker Teaches Toughest At-Risk Youths Life-Changing Choices Through Chess

Ontario, Canada (PRWEB) September 12, 2006

These powerful words come from Orrin Hudson, a former Alabama state trooper who uses the venerable game of chess to impart a key life lesson to impart a key life lesson to at-risk African American youth. Hudson, a nationally renowned motivational speaker and chess champion founded Be Someone, Inc., a crime prevention and educational non-profit organization in 2000.

Since that time, he has used colorful, comedic and deeply effective teaching techniques to mentor more than 16,000 students in Georgia, Alabama, Kentucky, Nevada and Washington. Through the organized discipline of chess, he teaches self-confidence, self-esteem, strategy, and purpose. Students build better character, get better grades, and live with clarity of purpose.

Hudson, the seventh of thirteen children, grew up in a public housing project in Birmingham. Chess was his ticket out. His brother introduced him to the game and a high school teacher mentored him. In 1999 he vaulted to victory, entering the Birmingham City Chess Championship as the lowest-ranked player but triumphed to become the first African-American city champion. He won the following year as well. The concentration, logic, and pattern-recognition he acquired from chess propelled him out of the project and away from a dead-end life of poverty, prison, and parole.

Unwilling to rest on his laurels, Hudson went back to the Birmingham schools to teach students chess and success strategies. Now, in addition to speaking to classes, Hudson also scans the paper for the names of troubled youth and seeks them out at their schools to spread his perspective-broadening message. Step-by-step he shows students how to stay on track and become high achievers in school and in life. He runs his rap: “If you lose a game, you have only yourself to blame.” “In life, you’ve got to position yourself to win. You’ve got to think on your own because the only thing that can save you is yourselves.” “No one is coming to the rescue . . . Make the right move!”

Glenn Dietzel, CEO of Awakened, LLC (http://www.ThePersonYouMustBecome.com) will interview Hudson September 14, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. EST as part of the Legacy series. Glenn has been lauded by ADOBE for his expertise in e-publishing and entrepreneurial authoring where his system teaches clients how to author a 100 page book in less than 12 hours of actual writing time and gain instant access to a New York Publisher (http://www.AwakenTheAuthorWithin.com). His Revolutionary FA²ST™ System utilizes the latest in brain and optimum performance research to awaken everyone’s personal legacy.” Rudy Reuttiger from the blockbuster hit movie, Rudy, and other powerful legacies have been celebrated. To access the call go to the following URL… http://www.ThePersonYouMustBecome.com/orrin.htm

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It’s Time To Buy A Home in Las Vegas

(PRWEB) August 12, 2005

Hello! The season synonymous with renewal, fresh flowers, and cleaning is also regarded as the best time to buy a house. With home-buying numbers continuing to increase in the Southwest, we thought you would want to know the basics.

The Las Vegas Loan Center, http://las-vegas-mortgage.usloanlink.net , has new programs for you.

“Many families start the process of looking for a home in late winter or early spring,” says Yvonne Hamilton, a residential real-estate professional in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. “After children are out of school is a popular time for a potential move. The goal is to get settled in to a new home before fall and a new school year begins.

“Buying a home is an exciting and stressful venture,” she continues. “The busiest time for realtors is from late January to October. People are in the market for a home at the right price, giving special consideration to location and school system. Your money and emotions are on the line. It’s important to be satisfied with your purchase.”

We asked Yvonne for some seasoned advice on what families should expect if they find themselves in this year’s home-buying market.

Get prequalified with a good mortgage company. Go to a mortgage company as early as possible to determine if you can afford to buy a home and in what price range. Based on your earnings and other factors, a mortgage company determines how much you can afford. Today’s home buyer also benefits from lower interest rates.

Select a real estate agent. Find someone with solid qualifications in residential real estate to help you find a home, especially if you are purchasing a new one.

Communicate. Through a series of questions, the agent can establish whether a particular area or property will fit your family’s needs and price range. It’s good to generate a list of must-have features and those you would like to have. To help you make an informed decision, your real estate agent should convey detailed information on schools, hospitals, and churches.

Do your homework. Research the area’s sense of community, access to interstates and main roads, and proximity to workplaces. Also look at monthly estimates for water, sewage, electricity, and gas; estimated annual property taxes; and the potential for property value appreciation through comparisons of home sales in the area.

Take out a homeowners’ insurance policy. Your dwelling must be insured for the full term of the loan. The insurance carrier you choose will establish this fee based on the price of the home.

Review the sales contract thoroughly. Make sure you understand all of the language and fine print.

Arrange for a complete home inspection for structural issues at the purchaser’s expense (in the case of previously owned homes) and a final walk-through (in all cases). Usually real estate companies will provide a list of qualified local inspectors. Allow several hours for a final walk-through before the closing date, and be prepared with a detailed checklist of interior and exterior warranty items and cosmetic needs that should be fixed.

Review closing packet items including the appraisal, insurance policy, survey of the property, and title. Closing costs can be shared by both the buyer and the seller or paid by one party, depending on the terms of the contract. These costs usually include attorney fees, a survey fee, title clearing, recording the deed and mortgage, tax proration, clearing of termite bond, property appraisal, and fees charged by the mortgage company to process the loan.

Happy house hunting.

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The Right Time To Buy For The Investor Or The First Time Home Buyer

Madison, WI (PRWEB) May 8, 2008

Pearl Real Estate Marketing recently spent some time with Jeff Olson a REALTOR and Broker representing Madison Wisconsin Real Estate. Jeff is an experienced real estate investor and has become very knowledgeable with the Madison WI Real Estate market. As a lifetime resident of the area, he understands the local communities. He has assisted families in McFarland, Dane, Stoughton, Oregon, Cross Plains, Waunakee, Evansville, Sun Prairie, DeForest, Middleton, Cottage Grove, Mount Horeb, Windsor, and Verona.

Jeff provides services to first time home buyers and the savvy investor. On his website he helps people find the right property, assisting his clients in negotiations, financing and closing. He also provides website visitors with community information, school information, free reports and provides answers to specific real estate questions.

In this time of downturn market, Jeff is optimistic. “Buying a home is no different than buying stocks,” he stated. “A buyer wants to buy low and sell high.” With the strong depreciation of homes over the last several months, now is the time to begin the search for a new place. If it is going to be the first purchase of a home or an investment as a second home now is the time. If you don’t have to sell a home you should begin your search. The market will be nearing the bottom of pricing very soon. This will create room for appreciation. Most people take the bad news and hide under a rock until the storm has passed. The smart buyer knows that a down market is absolutely the best time to buy.

The high amount of foreclosures will move a large segment of the population back to renters instead of owners. In turn this will produce a great market for the rental investor. Quality foreclosure homes can be picked up for pennies on the dollar. Also, don’t forget the overnight rental market. Gas prices will make the average family take shorter trips and will create more regional traffic. Many existing second home owners, who bought at the top of the market, will lose in a declining market. Weekend rental rates will adjust downward or remain level as the market shrinks. If a weekend rental can be purchased at the right price there is rental income to be made.

For additional help, Jeff Olson may be contacted through his website or at (608)575-7522.

Provided by Pearl Real Estate Marketing Huntsville Alabama, a Huntsville Alabama real estate Company. The co-op advertising focus is provided for Condos, Lawn Tractor Parts, Lakefront Property, Marketing inquiries may be submitted by calling 256-513-1801.

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