How to Uncover Foreign Interference in US Elections

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I Survived the 2020 Primary Elections

I Survived the 2020 Primary Elections: Another in the USA-eVote get out the vote collection. This t-shirt salutes those who voted during the CORVID-19 crisis.

1918 Spanish Flu

1918 Spanish Flu: 1918 Spanish Flu
One of our goals at USA-eVote is to add information about previous pandemics that threatened this world. The 1918 Spanish Flu seems to be the best choice as the first virus to cover. Since that virus infected the world during WWI, it naturally blends into the concept of American History and fits into the category of WWI articles.

After reviewing this entire video it was a perfect fit for USA-eVote.com. This video follows the USA-eVote trend of providing reference material and backs up information with reliable sources. The publisher of this video did a great job of adding references, providing proper credits, and backing up the information with reliable sources.

Real Estate Closing Scam

If you are buying or selling a house, you have to watch this video. It explains how to spot a scam email and know where the email really came from.



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Charles Ct Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

 Hard to find Menomonee Falls home located on a quiet court. Of course this home has it all. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2.5 car over sized garage, extended concrete drive for additional parking great size lot. Just what buyers are looking for. Why settle for anything less when the ideal house is available today. Updated bathrooms and windows.

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3 Angels in Revelation 14

The messages given
by the three angels in Revelation chapter 14 are a brief summary of
the judgment process in Heaven and how that process effects this
world. This video shows how you cannot separate one message from the
others. Those three messages were designed to be given to this world
as a whole. Basically those messages lead us to the beginning of the
judgment process, the end of one phase of God’s judgment process,
and the final outcome of that judgment process.

Woman in Revelation 17

Ever wonder what that woman in Revelation 14 really represents? As usual the Bible provided the answer. It is easy to locate and a lot safer to have the Bible interpret the symbols it uses.

Biden and Ukraine

What is Burisma, the
oil company that hired Hunter Biden? Why are the owners wanted on
charges of money laundering, tax evasion, and other charges? How is
Joe Biden tied in with those owners? Why did the US give funds and
weapons to neo-nazis in Ukraine?

This investigation
looks into into the facts portions of the United States government
does not want us to know concerning relationships with Ukraine, what
the money sent to Ukraine was used for, and history of the people who
hired Hunter Biden. The study cross references the people Hunter
Biden has worked for, and their relationship with political figures
in Ukraine Joe Biden has worked with. Research shows the socialist,
communist, and neo-nazi ties Ukrainian leaders have through
established political parties in Ukraine and their contact with US
government figures.

This investigation
only scratches the surface tying political figures to the
misappropriation of funds to secure interests in major Ukrainian
companies, investigations into money laundering, and the involvement
of key US figures. On going investigations conducted by England and
other world watch dog services should be turning up facts in the near
future.

What is Burisma, the
oil company that hired Hunter Biden? Why are the owners wanted on
charges of money laundering, tax evasion, and other charges? How is
Joe Biden tied in with those owners? Why did the US give funds and
weapons to neo-nazis in Ukraine?

This investigation
looks into into the facts portions of the United States government
does not want us to know concerning relationships with Ukraine, what
the money sent to Ukraine was used for, and history of the people who
hired Hunter Biden. The study cross references the people Hunter
Biden has worked for, and their relationship with political figures
in Ukraine Joe Biden has worked with. Research shows the socialist,
communist, and neo-nazi ties Ukrainian leaders have through
established political parties in Ukraine and their contact with US
government figures.

This investigation
only scratches the surface tying political figures to the
misappropriation of funds to secure interests in major Ukrainian
companies, investigations into money laundering, and the involvement
of key US figures. On going investigations conducted by England and
other world watch dog services should be turning up facts in the near
future.

What is Burisma, the
oil company that hired Hunter Biden? Why are the owners wanted on
charges of money laundering, tax evasion, and other charges? How is
Joe Biden tied in with those owners? Why did the US give funds and
weapons to neo-nazis in Ukraine?

This investigation
looks into into the facts portions of the United States government
does not want us to know concerning relationships with Ukraine, what
the money sent to Ukraine was used for, and history of the people who
hired Hunter Biden. The study cross references the people Hunter
Biden has worked for, and their relationship with political figures
in Ukraine Joe Biden has worked with. Research shows the socialist,
communist, and neo-nazi ties Ukrainian leaders have through
established political parties in Ukraine and their contact with US
government figures.

This investigation
only scratches the surface tying political figures to the
misappropriation of funds to secure interests in major Ukrainian
companies, investigations into money laundering, and the involvement
of key US figures. On going investigations conducted by England and
other world watch dog services should be turning up facts in the near
future.

What is Burisma, the
oil company that hired Hunter Biden? Why are the owners wanted on
charges of money laundering, tax evasion, and other charges? How is
Joe Biden tied in with those owners? Why did the US give funds and
weapons to neo-nazis in Ukraine?

This investigation
looks into into the facts portions of the United States government
does not want us to know concerning relationships with Ukraine, what
the money sent to Ukraine was used for, and history of the people who
hired Hunter Biden. The study cross references the people Hunter
Biden has worked for, and their relationship with political figures
in Ukraine Joe Biden has worked with. Research shows the socialist,
communist, and neo-nazi ties Ukrainian leaders have through
established political parties in Ukraine and their contact with US
government figures.

This investigation
only scratches the surface tying political figures to the
misappropriation of funds to secure interests in major Ukrainian
companies, investigations into money laundering, and the involvement
of key US figures. On going investigations conducted by England and
other world watch dog services should be turning up facts in the near
future.

What is Burisma, the
oil company that hired Hunter Biden? Why are the owners wanted on
charges of money laundering, tax evasion, and other charges? How is
Joe Biden tied in with those owners? Why did the US give funds and
weapons to neo-nazis in Ukraine?

This investigation
looks into into the facts portions of the United States government
does not want us to know concerning relationships with Ukraine, what
the money sent to Ukraine was used for, and history of the people who
hired Hunter Biden. The study cross references the people Hunter
Biden has worked for, and their relationship with political figures
in Ukraine Joe Biden has worked with. Research shows the socialist,
communist, and neo-nazi ties Ukrainian leaders have through
established political parties in Ukraine and their contact with US
government figures.

This investigation
only scratches the surface tying political figures to the
misappropriation of funds to secure interests in major Ukrainian
companies, investigations into money laundering, and the involvement
of key US figures. On going investigations conducted by England and
other world watch dog services should be turning up facts in the near
future.

Ubuntu Permanent Fix for WIFI Disconnection

Never Forget the Holocaust.

Understanding the Democratic Platform of Guilty Until Proven Innocent

How to Edit a Facebook Friend List

What Didn’t Make the News on the Impeachment

What Didn’t Make the News on the Impeachment: What Didn’t Make the News on the Impeachment
On January of 2019 President Trump signed into law a Bill that placed the responsibility of withholding Federal funds from countries involved in human trafficking directly on the President’s shoulders. President Trump personally took on the responsibility of ending human trafficking and passed that responsibility down to every President to follow. That Bill passed the House and Senate with a unanimous vote in December of 2018. Every Republican and Democrat should have known it is the President’s responsibility to cross check, reference, and withhold funds from countries that do not comply with federal standards and laws against human trafficking.

Add Products to Amazon Merch Jan 2020

Zelle E-mail Scam

Ubuntu Permanent Fix for WIFI Disconnection

Can Women be Pastors in a Church

This question has been asked many times. This video takes a look at the first priests in the Old Testament, who they were, and why God appointed them priests. But as fate would have it, they turned down the offer to be God's kingdom or priests.

PNC Bank Email Scam

Pizza Tax in Milwaukee

Parking Ticket Scam Out of Russia

How to Resize Artwork for Amazon Merch

Innovative Design and Installation

Internet Safety

Internet Safety: Internet Safety
Just as the title implies, this section is focused on Internet Safety. What does a Real Estate Agent know about Internet Safety? When an agent grew up using computers since they were the size of a room and watched the computer age and internet progress to what we see today, you can see how that accumulated knowledge can be a benefit. Internet Safety is no joke. Internet Safety is not something you pay a fee and let someone handle for you. Internet Safety is like any other situation requiring any safety measures. BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS.



Internet attacks can and will come from anywhere. As a Real Estate Agent I depend on my name being all over the Internet. My contact information is out there for the world to see. I don’t hide behind forms, or layers of pages between me and my clients. I have to be there when people need answers, to make an offer, view a property, and a host of other issues. I can’t afford to hide from the world. So I tend to see just about every threat and scam in the world. I am one of the few pioneers left in the Internet world.

This section is geared to change with the times as the Internet changes before our eyes. Feel free to let us know about your experiences. Send me a message, or post a comment below. Make the world a safer place by sharing this section and related posts.

Hail Columbia

Hail, Columbia

Hail Columbia, happy land! 
Hail, ye heroes, heav’n-born band,
Who fought and bled in freedom’s cause,
Who fought and bled in freedom’s cause,
And when the storm of war was gone
Enjoy’d the peace your valor won.
Let independence be our boast,
Ever mindful what it cost;
Ever grateful for the prize,
Let its altar reach the skies.

Chorus
Firm, united let us be,
Rallying round our liberty,
As a band of brothers joined,
Peace and safety we shall find.

Immortal patriots, rise once more,
Defend your rights, defend your shore!
Let no rude foe, with impious hand,
Let no rude foe, with impious hand,
Invade the shrine where sacred lies
Of toil and blood, the well-earned prize,
While off’ring peace, sincere and just,
In Heaven’s we place a manly trust,
That truth and justice will prevail,
And every scheme of bondage fail.

Hail Columbia: Hail, Columbia

Hail Columbia, happy land! 
Hail, ye heroes, heav’n-born band,
Who fought and bled in freedom’s cause,
Who fought and bled in freedom’s cause,
And when the storm of war was gone
Enjoy’d the peace your valor won.
Let independence be our boast,
Ever mindful what it cost;
Ever grateful for the prize,
Let its altar reach the skies.

Chorus
Firm, united let us be,
Rallying round our liberty,
As a band of brothers joined,
Peace and safety we shall find.

Immortal patriots, rise once more,
Defend your rights, defend your shore!
Let no rude foe, with impious hand,
Let no rude foe, with impious hand,
Invade the shrine where sacred lies
Of toil and blood, the well-earned prize,
While off’ring peace, sincere and just,
In Heaven’s we place a manly trust,
That truth and justice will prevail,
And every scheme of bondage fail.

The Boston Massacre

The Boston Massacre: The Boston Massacre

What began as a street brawl on King Street in Boston on March 5, 1770, turned into what today we know as The Boston Massacre.

Tensions between the British and the Americans was already high in early 1770. “More than 2,000 British soldiers occupied the city of 16,000 colonists” (Source). Meanwhile, the Colonists were busy rebelling against the number of tax laws that had been pressed on them. They could be heard in the streets crying, “No taxation without representation!”

So, what else would happen but a riot. Snowballs, stones, and sticks were thrown. But then a British sentinel, Private Hugh White was attacked. “At some point, White fought back and struck a colonist with his bayonet” (Source). So, Captain Thomas Preston, a British officer, called in additional help. This clearly didn’t help solve the problem, because the Colonists continued to attack, some even taunting the soldiers to fire. The violence escalated, and the British soldiers fired into the crowd, killing five men and wounding six more. Preston and the other soldiers were arrested and jailed.

What resulted was the famous trial in which John Adams was called to defend them. He certainly wasn’t a loyalist, however, he wanted to be sure that the British soldiers still got a fair trail. And with them as their defender, they certainly did.

[Below: Depiction of the bloody Boston Massacre]

NFL for National Future Security

NFL for National Future Security: Imagine a league where players were paid between $2,000,000 and $3,000,000 a year and restricted to 3 years of play. That would give each player more than enough money to either retire on, or invest in a new or existing business. This would open the door to see new talent enter the field of play every year. To make dreams come true for thousands of young college graduates to play for a pro team and become famous for a spell. Most players are on scholarships. So they don’t owe huge college bills like us average Americans. That leaves the field open to start new businesses. How many? That all depends on individual planning, skills, and determination. But every new business helps the economy grow. New businesses create jobs, require new or remodeled buildings, support food stores, material suppliers, and other local businesses. Of course colleges would have to learn to take advantage of the new economy and offer specialized course to prepare young people for all those new opportunities. Think of the new and innovated ideas and designs those young people could experiment on and introduce. This industrial age would see a spike like never before.

This is only an idea. I doubt if anyone in the NFL will ever read this. Or this idea would ever get anywhere. But couldn’t we use a game like the NFL to create a sort of perpetual motion economy? Does anyone out there have a better idea? What would you do if you had $6,000,000, your whole life in front of you, the education, know how, and confidence to succeed?

Permanent Tax Cuts for Americans Act

Permanent Tax Cuts for Americans Act: permanent provisions of subtitle A (Individual Tax Reform) subtitle B (Alternative Minimum Tax) P.L. 115-97 (commonly known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act)

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Summary

This bill makes permanent the provisions of subtitle A (Individual Tax Reform) and subtitle B (Alternative Minimum Tax) of P.L. 115-97 (commonly known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act) that are currently scheduled to terminate on December 31, 2025.

To make permanent certain provisions of Public Law 115–97.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.

This Act may be cited as the “Permanent Tax Cuts for Americans Act”.

SEC. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS.

It is the sense of Congress that—

(1) the constraints of the budget reconciliation process in the Senate required law makers to sunset certain provisions of Public Law 115–97;

(2) such provisions included those found within subtitles A and B of such Public Law dealing with the taxation of individuals;

NFL for National Future Security

No, I’m not about to bore you with some crazy idea about NFL players forming some elite security network for the United States. Although the idea of an elite security force made up of athletes is intriguing. And it would make for a good movie to compete with the ever popular comic book heroes.

I’d like to take a quick look at how much money flows through the NFL into players hands. There are 32 teams in the NFL. The present salary cap per team is $177,200,000. That means $5,670,400,000 can be paid to the players every year. Each team has 53 players plus a practice squad of 10 players for a total of 2016 players. In plain numbers that would put the annual player salary at $2,812,698 per player if the money was evenly divided. Almost $3,000,000 doesn’t sound like much these days, but that is pay per year.

Lets look at this from an investment aspect. If the US has 2000 people investing over $2,000,000 per year into new businesses, what effect would that have on the economy over a number of years? Bear with me here. Back in the 1960’s NFL players were paid a lot less money. The average salary was around $25,000 per year. Not enough to retire on. Those players were known for investing the money they had into small businesses. Popular investments back in those days were restaurants, taverns, sport shops, some invested in publications, and a variety of other businesses.

Today many players earn more than enough money to retire on without every having to worry about a future income. What do they invest in? Some the stock market, some still invest in small companies. What about the rest? I don’t know.

NFL for National Future Security: What would you do if you had $6,000,000, your whole life in front of you, the education, know how, and confidence to succeed?

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Today in History: September 26, 1960 – First Televised Presidential Debates

Today in History: September 26, 1960 – First Televised Presidential Debates

I’m not sure why these Today in History posts have a tendency to be the same subject. It certainly isn’t planned that way . . . except that I’m trying really hard to write all History Series posts in chronological order. And, well, this showed up on both history.com and The American Presidency Project. (If it’s any consolation, tomorrow is a major WWII event).

*ahem*

Anyways, on September 26, 1960, the first ever televised presidential candidates debate took place. And given the date, we can guess that this debate occurred between Vice President Nixon and Senator Kennedy. It was the first of 4 debates between the two.

Today in History: September 26, 1960 – First Televised Presidential Debates: Today in History: September 26, 1960 – First Televised Presidential Debates

 

I’m not sure why these Today in History posts have a tendency to be the same subject. It certainly isn’t planned that way . . . except that I’m trying really hard to write all History Series posts in chronological order. And, well, this showed up on both history.com and The American Presidency Project. (If it’s any consolation, tomorrow is a major WWII event).

*ahem*

Anyways, on September 26, 1960, the first ever televised presidential candidates debate took place. And given the date, we can guess that this debate occurred between Vice President Nixon and Senator Kennedy. It was the first of 4 debates between the two.

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Today in History: September 25, 1961 & 2018 – Addresses Before the UN General Assemblies

Today in History: September 25, 1961 & 2018 – Addresses Before the UN General Assemblies: Today in History: September 25, 1961 & 2018 – Addresses Before the UN General Assemblies

Today, President Trump addressed the UN General Assembly. It was a very dignified speech – a speech about peace and freedom and the survival of America.

Today also marks the 57th anniversary of President Kennedy’s first address before the UN General Assembly. He, too, talked about peace and freedom and the survival of America. Go figure.

I won’t spend time comparing and contrasting the two speeches, as this isn’t a Current Events or Rhetoric class. Though, that might be fun, but both gave a good 40 minute speech (and it’s late). However, I invite you to give both a listen. Draw your own conclusions. And, you never know, there may be some future Trivia Questions in these speeches somewhere.

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Today in History: September 27, 1939 – Poland Surrenders

Today in History: September 27, 1939 – Poland Surrenders: Today in History: September 27, 1939 – Poland Surrenders

On September 27, 1939, after being invaded by first Germany and then the Soviet Union (we Americans have a tendency to FORGET that part of the story), Poland was forced to surrender.

As a result, 140,000 Polish troops were taken prisoner by Nazi armies.

As soon as the country was theirs, “the Germans began a systematic program of terror, murder, and cruelty, executing members of Poland’s middle and upper classes: Doctors, teachers, priests, landowners, and businessmen were rounded up and killed” (Source). On the same night 214 Catholic priests were shot. “And hundreds of thousands more Poles were driven from their homes and relocated east, as Germans settled in the vacated areas” (Source).

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USA Trivia Answer #29: USA Trivia Answer #29
 

Who said this and what was the occasion?

“I call upon every American to stick to his post until the last battle is won. Until that day, let no man abandon his post or slacken his efforts.”

 

Answer: 

33rd President, Harry S. Truman, during his VE-Day announcement on Tuesday, May 8, 1945.

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USA Trivia Answer #29

Who said this and what was the occasion?

“I call upon every American to stick to his post until the last battle is won. Until that day, let no man abandon his post or slacken his efforts.”

Answer: 

33rd President, Harry S. Truman, during his VE-Day announcement on Tuesday, May 8, 1945.

USA-eVote Wants to Help Commemorate Centennial of WWI

USA-eVote Wants to Help Commemorate Centennial of WWI: USA-eVote Wants to Help Commemorate Centennial of WWI

After a lot of prayerful thought (though not many outside suggestions) USA-eVote has come to the conclusion that what better way to commemorate than to give?

So, we are providing a link to donate to the VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars – like those who served in WWI). Of course no WWI vets are still with us, but there are still some from WWII and all those since then. Giving to the VFW means giving to them. It’s a way of saying thank you for their sacrifice.

We are also providing a link to donate to the WWI Memorial in Washington DC. It’s time those who served in the Great War to have a proper memorial, isn’t it? We can help make sure that WWI is no longer the ‘Forgotten War’.

Please, say thank you to everyone who served and died in WWI.

Also, don’t forget to war a poppy on November 11!

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Today in History: September 22, 1914 – U-boat Sinks 3 British Cruisers

Today in History: September 22, 1914 – U-boat Sinks 3 British Cruisers: Today in History: September 22, 1914 – U-boat Sinks 3 British Cruisers

On September 22, 1914, in the North Sea, German U-boats sunk three British cruisers, the Aboukir, the Hogue, and the Cressy. In an essentially one-sided battle, the Germans bombed all three boats in about an hour, killing 1,400 British sailors.

No one was questioning just how deadly the U-boats were anymore.

The U-boat was “214 feet long, carried 35 men, and 12 torpedoes, could travel underwater for two hours at a time” (Source). These boats took a great toll on Allied shipping – in both wars. In the Great War, German U-boats almost completely wiped out the British. Or, at least blockaded the British. But then, in 1917, thanks to these attacks, the Americans were finally prompted to enter the war.

The British had their much-needed allies.

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Facts on Zestimate

Facts on Zestimate: Facts on Zestimate
Here is a great article written by another Real Estate Agent who looked into that Zillow Estimate some people use. I prefer to use a half mile radius around the subject properly that shows all the SOLD units within the past few months, and the active units. Than it is only a matter of taking a look at the size of the properties, lot size, special features, condition based on the pictures, and the prices. That is accurate and up to date information. Not a guess formulated by outdated information and the best guess written by a computer programmer from who knows where. What do they really know about the local market you are selling or buying in?

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Craigslist Scam 2017

Craigslist Scam 2017: Craigslist Scam 2017
It seems that Craigslist scam is alive and well. It is simple. Someone overseas looks through Craigslist ads for homes. They pick a few for sale, copy everything, and place it in the rental section. Um, sounds like copyright infringement. The person overseas, and at time in the US, sets a drop dead rental price. Rent an entire house with a garage for only $400 a month. Well someone is going to answer that ad. And the scammer will find people to wire him money.



They want a few months rent and a security deposit. Usually about $2000. I used to put my listings on Craigslist. All I got was headaches, and threats.

A few years ago someone copied an ad I had on houses for sale and set up a rental ad on Craigslist. Well someone wired the scammer $2000. The scammer told the guy to call the number on the sign to get the keys. So I get a call asking for the keys. I explained how the scam worked. But the guy tells me he is coming after me for either the keys or his money. Well low and behold, this is not a victim-less crime when someone is threatening to shoot you.

I called the police. They wouldn’t do anything. I called the Realty Association attorney. It took a long time to explain that one to them. I also called the FBI. We tried to get Craigslist to take the ad off the Internet. We went on a 4-way conversation via phone, myself, the attorney, the FBI agent, and the owner of Craigslist. After telling Craigslist the problem, and asking him to remove the ad, his comment was, “freedom of speech. Sue me.” And hung up. Well the attorney and FBI agreed, there was nothing anyone could do.

I no longer advertise on Craigslist. There is no need to place a listing on Craigslist, and endanger yourself, expose people to scams, and also endanger the seller’s family. Today the MLS listing service sends all listings to dozens of websites. Craigslist is not included for obvious reasons. As soon as I add a listing to the local MLS, that listing goes all over the world. It is part of marketing today.

Then there is a problem with some of those sites. I looked at a listing on one of those sites today. They were using outdated pictures. They added the listing, but not the updates. I guess you have to check those websites. But there may be a hundred of them, and their sites are not what I would consider user friendly. It is difficult to find out how to change your own listing, and I had to change pictures one at a time.

Well the Internet has come a long way. A simple program would tell Craigslist when information is being copied and placed in other ads. That would help protect a lot of people. But that takes a bit of know how, planning, and money.

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Today in History: September 19, 1796 – Washington’s Farewell Address

Today in History: September 19, 1796 – Washington’s Farewell Address: Today in History: September 19, 1796 – Washington’s Farewell Address

Starting with President Washington, our country has a tradition of presidential warnings in their farewell addresses. Take President Eisenhower’s, for example, which we saw just recently here in our trivia questions. Or President Reagan’s, which I’m sure we’ll see soon enough. Bush, I actually remember his. Johnson, I vaguely remember reading his (or, at least about his). And, ahem, others, I’m sure. 

It all started with President Washington, back in 1796, when he decided to not seek a 3rd term, starting a precedent that (thankfully) every following president would follow (except, of course, for Roosevelt, thanks to WWII). 

Washington warned:

“Interwoven as is the love of liberty with every ligament of your hearts, no recommendation of mine is necessary to fortify or confirm the attachment.

“The unity of government which constitutes you one people is also now dear to you. It is justly so, for it is a main pillar in the edifice of your real independence, the support of your tranquillity at home, your peace abroad, of your safety, of your prosperity, of that very liberty which you so highly prize. But as it is easy to foresee that from different causes and from different quarters much pains will be taken, many artifices employed, to weaken in your minds the conviction of this truth, as this is the point in your political fortress against which the batteries of internal and external enemies will be most constantly and actively (though often covertly and insidiously) directed, it is of infinite moment that you should properly estimate the immense value of your national union to your collective and individual happiness; that you should cherish a cordial, habitual, and immovable attachment to it; accustoming yourselves to think and speak of it as of the palladium of your political safety and prosperity; watching for its preservation with jealous anxiety; discountenancing whatever may suggest even a suspicion that it can in any event be abandoned, and indignantly frowning upon the first dawning of every attempt to alienate any portion of our country from the rest or to enfeeble the sacred ties which now link together the various parts.”

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Home

Home: The goal of this site is to introduce cutting edge technology to put the power of the vote in the hands of taxpayers.

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USA Trivia Answer #25

USA Trivia Answer #25: USA Trivia Answer #25
 

Who Said: 

“They came to make America work.  They didn’t ask what this country could do for them but what they could do to make this refuge the greatest home of freedom in history.”

 

Answer: 

President Reagan in his Labor Day Speech at Liberty State Park  on September 1, 80.

Speech: Labor Day Speech at Liberty State Park

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Product Reviews

Product Reviews: Life is more than Real Estate. We all buy products. We all want to make the right choices on every purchase. This section reviews a number of products based on actual experience The reviews are unbiased and in fact banned from many online store reviews who follow certain rules. These products range from rechargeable batteries, cell phone gadgets, tools, to suppliers and vendors. There are also reviews on computer programs centered on productivity. The articles are original and all are based off personal use and experience. The world is more than Real Estate. And Real Estate should take advantage of recent advancements in every field. Real Estate is all about homes, businesses, and people. Why not work to enhance all aspects of life?



I hope you enjoy this section. Use the search feature on this site if you don’t see what you are looking for. You can also check the category section on the side bar and located near the bottom of every page. Also feel free to leave your comments and suggestions.

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Real Estate Investing

Real Estate Investing: Real Estate Investing
Real Estate investing can have many faces. Some of them kind and inviting, and some faces are covered by masks. How do you know you are getting into the right investment for you?



Investing can be as simple as buying a duplex. Live in one half and rent out the other half to help pay the mortgage, taxes, maintenance, and other expenses, No matter what type of investment you pursue, there will be expenses. If you are profitable, there will always be taxes.

This is a simple page to introduce the concept of Real Estate Investing. Details for each type and phase of investing are covered in articles listed in the drop down menu. Here is a brief list of steps all Investors need to follow.

Determine your price range.
Include purchase price
Rehab and improvement costs
Taxes
Listing and closing costs
Determine the type of property.
Land
Rehab and resell
Rental property
Retail Property
Determine location
Network
Contractors
Real Estate Agents
Lenders
Attorney
City Contacts
Look at all the aspects of investing. Develop a plan. Write your plan out. Begin the networking process as soon as possible. Gather information. Information is power.

For more information please feel free to contact Dennis Herman of Realty Executives 414-426-1784 or visit my Web Site at Ez1Realty.net

Sellers

Sellers: What do you know about the Home Selling process? The Home Selling process is rather simple when you know the steps Sellers should follow. The basic steps for home sellers is not complicated. The Basic Steps to Sell your Real Estate are the same no matter what price range you are in.



Know the LOCAL market and current prices
Know what properties have in common and what the differences are
Prepare your property. Clean up is a must.
Negotiate and sign a Listing Contract
Pictures Sell Homes. Make sure your house features show up on the pictures.
Be flexible for showings
Review all Offers to Purchase
Negotiate Price and contingencies
Sign an Offer to Purchase
Show up for the Closing
Home Selling can be Ez when you know and follow all the basic steps. Issues crop up and experience tells us how to deal with all those issues. Wells, septic systems, adverse conditions, and other issues can and will effect the sale of a home. A long list of other issues have to be addressed for other Real Estate such as businesses, investments, rental units, industrial property, lots, and land. Ez1 Realty works with a great team of Title Companies, contractors, Internet affiliates, and other sources that streamline the Real Estate Sales process. It takes more than a Real Estate Agency to sell a property.

For more information please feel free to contact Dennis Herman of Realty Executives 414-426-1784 or visit my Web Site at Ez1Realty.net

Buyers

Buyers: This section is dedicated to providing information to Real Estate Buyers. It doesn’t matter what price range you are in, you want to make the right decision when it comes to buying a new home or any Real Estate property. No one wants to make a mistake when it comes to a Real Estate purchase. But it happens every day.



The Home Buying process is rather simple when you follow the prescribed order.

Talk to a local Lender to get pre-qualified for a loan.
Talk to your Real Estate Agent and let them know what type of house you want, features, location, and other vital information.
View Houses
Check Market Value
Review any irregularities with the Lender
Write an Offer to Purchase
Negotiate price and contingencies
Submit paperwork to your Lender after an offer is accepted.
Go through the Lending processes
Final walk through before closing
Final closing

For more information please feel free to contact Dennis Herman of Realty Executives 414-426-1784 or visit my Web Site at Ez1Realty.net

The Anschluss

The Anschluss: A little late, admittedly, but I feel like things are (at least starting to get) back on track!!

On March 12, 1938, Hitler announced the Anschluss – or the “union” with Austria, successfully annexing the country. In other words, Hitler made Austria a subordinate addition to Germany.

Since 1919, a union between Germany and Austria had long been a dream of Austrian Social Democrats. It’d also been a major goal of Hitler’s, who was a native Austrian. However, in an ironic twist, such a proposition seemed much less attractive to the Austrians, following Hitler’s rise to all-powerful authoritarian rule in 1933. However, despite the lack of full support within Austrian Social Democrats, “the rise of a pro-Nazi right-wing party within Austria in the mid-1930′s paved the way for Hitler to make his move (Source). 

As with many European countries after WWI, Austria was “weakened by a period of economic stagnation and political strife” (Source). Because of this, as early as a year and a half after Hitler came to power, Nazis attempted to take control of the Austrian government. They only managed to assassinate the chancellor. Kurt von Schuschnigg was named in his place. His reign as chancellor was not necessarily  successful, thanks in part to the Nazis, and made supremely worse by Germany’s pact with Italy (who, up until this time, had been aiding Austria).

Of course, Hitler’s goal all along had been to unite the two countries. But, in order to do so, he had to play his game carefully, since the Treaty of Versailles forbade any such maneuvers. So, he directed his Nazi party leaders in Austria to reek as much havoc as they could: “His Austrian Nazis held parades and marches, set buildings on fire, let off bombs and organized fights” (Source).

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Today in Real Estate

Today in Real Estate: Today in Real Estate is a page dedicated to giving the public updates on current Real Estate issues and market conditions. These reports are generated from the Metro MLS, who covers all of south eastern Wisconsin. For some reason they seem to concentrate on Milwaukee in their reports. Which is normally the largest market in Wisconsin, but lately has not represented the what is happening today in Real Estate in other parts of Wisconsin. I guess when you get stuck in a habit, it is hard to get out of it. I wish they had more news about what is happening today in Real Estate in other parts of the state like Sheboygan, Plymouth, Fond du Lac, Green Bay, and West Bend. But we have to take what we are given with a grain of salt. I will make mention of what I see in local markets, and of course, when it comes time for you to buy or sell any Real Estate, I will generate a personal report for you in your local area. That is the only way to do business.

For more information please feel free to contact Dennis Herman of Realty Executives 414-426-1784 or visit my Web Site at Ez1Realty.net

Foreclosure Fees in the Current Real Estate Market

Foreclosure Fees in the Current Real Estate Market: Foreclosure Fees in the Current Real Estate Market
In today’s Real Estate market there is an ever increasing amount of web sites displaying foreclosed homes for sale. The most popular sites are: http://www.hudhomestore.com/Home/Index.aspx , the official HUD web site offering government owned foreclosures, and http://www.homepath.com/ , offering Fannie Mae foreclosures.



A special note: NEVER PAY FOR A LIST OF FORECLOSED PROPERTIES.

Many independent, unauthorized web sites use the HUD and Homepath names to lure unsuspecting Buyers. Once on these sites potential Buyers are bombarded with high pressure sales pitches. Eventually these sites ask for money in the form of fees or monthly membership plans. They do not supply any information you cannot get for free on any of the free sites available. EZ1REALTY SEARCH offers one of the most comprehensive search pages available. You also have the option to request automatic E-mail updates targeting properties with the features, price, and location you are looking for. This service not only saves you time, it is free. You can sign up from this site.

EZ SEARCH FOR FORECLOSURED AND BANK OWNED PROPERTIES

https://ez1realty.net/search-for-properties/

In addition to the official web sites and knock off sites, a third type of site is beginning to appear and compete in today’s Real Estate Online Market. This new type of site offers online auctions. Care should be taken whenever bidding at any auction. The most important factor to remember is an auction does not provide the protection included in state approved Real Estate contracts. In other words, BUYER BEWARE! For information on auctions and risks involved, see the official Waukesha County Sheriff web site: https://www.waukeshacounty.gov/Foreclosures/

Pay attention to conditions of the sale which provides a list of factors to consider before getting involved in the auction process.

“The successful bidder, upon full payment of the bid, will receive a Sheriff’s Deed. This deed may not give clear title to the property. In order to obtain a clear title one must satisfy all superior liens and encumbrances. If a purchaser does not complete the sale, he can be held liable for his deposit, and for all losses and expenses.”

For more information please feel free to contact Dennis Herman of Realty Executives 414-426-1784 or visit my Web Site at Ez1Realty.net

Rent to Own

Rent to Own: Rent to Own
What is a rent to own? The actual paperwork is called an Option to Purchase. That is a written offer on a house or duplex to purchase the property in a given time, at a specific price. The Option to Purchase is normally used for buyers who do not have the down payment to complete the purchase. So the buyer moves into the house, pays rent, and many times a portion of that rent is applied to the down payment.



The Option to Purchase is good for a buyer who finds a house but has a low credit score. In that scenario the buyer needs to find a lender who is great at credit score couching and credit repair. The buyer’s credit score has to be raised as quickly as possible. It is very important to choose the right lender in this situation. The wrong lender could lead to a tragic and costly loss for the buyer.

The key is to work with a local lender as well as a local Real Estate Agent. I have no idea how many fake lenders and Real Estate sites are lurking in the dark world of the Internet. Based on experience, Internet lenders may or may not really exist. There are a few large companies that actually lend money. Remember there are a number of fees involved in the lending process. Do you feel safer putting your charge card number into a web page and pressing a button? Or do you feel more secure walking into a local bank, sitting down face to face with a lender in their office and handing over a check?

The key to credit repair is to preform a specific set of steps. At the very least you have to give you Social Security number to the lender so they can check your credit score and print a report. There may be a list of loans on that report you never heard of. There are companies who file fake reports, and for a few hundred dollars will remove that negative information from your credit report. How do you think they got your Social Security number? From the Internet. Be careful with whom you share your information. Real Lenders are required to use extra layers of Internet security.

For more information please feel free to contact Dennis Herman of Realty Executives 414-426-1784 or visit my Web Site at Ez1Realty.net

A Little About Ez1 Realty

A Little About Ez1 Realty: A Little About Ez1 Realty
I’ve been a licensed Real Estate Agent since 2005 and a licensed Real Estate Broker since 2012. When I began my carrier in Real Estate, I joined First Weber based on the exceptional training offered. First Weber was one of the few local Brokers offering extended training courses in a formal setting. In 2005 their training program was rated number 4 in the nation. During months of training, I worked out of their office located on west Capital drive. Instead of working in the suburbs where sale prices and commissions are much higher, I decided to work within the city to gain experience thorough a greater number of sales. The plan worked out well as I was continually faced with new challenges and learning experiences.



 

After three years at First Weber I decided to make a move to Realty Executives. Working with one of their Agents on a number of transactions was one of the determining factors. The Agent and his office displayed the expertise and professionalism I thought was important to a successful carrier in Real Estate. Another important factor was their commitment to growth and use of the Internet. In 2008 the Internet was a rather new marketing tool. Finding a Broker committed to cutting edge technology was an important factor of my next move.

For more information please feel free to contact Dennis Herman of Realty Executives 414-426-1784 or visit my Web Site at Ez1Realty.net

Email Spam How to Avoid It

Email Spam How to Avoid It: One of the worst aspects about the Internet is all that spam email. In Real Estate it seems we are targets for spam emails, especially those containing viruses. Major viruses usually hit major banks for some reason. Since real estate agents deal with banks on a day to day basis, that may be one of the reasons. Let’s talk about Internet and email security.



I use Thunderbird as an email server program. They are very good at identifying spam email and viruses attached to emails. Thunderbird has an option I use. I take the spam email address and have everything from that address dumped into the junk folder. I must have 300 addresses in that system.

I found out a few years ago how I was loosing customers. I used gmail as an email account for some time. But as soon as I buyers were getting close to writing an offer, some other agent would jump in, knowing how much the buyer was qualified to borrow and a few details about what they were looking for. Put 2 and 2 together and what do you come up with? Internet thieves.

Some Real Estate Agents advertise on websites with search engines for people to search for homes. I’ve paid for advertising on those sites. They send agents leads, information on buyers looking for homes. Sounds good on the surface, but where do those websites get their information from?

For more information please feel free to contact Dennis Herman of Realty Executives 414-426-1784 or visit my Web Site at Ez1Realty.net

Sheboygan Air Show

Sheboygan Air Show: Sheboygan Air Show
Here are some pictures from the Sheboygan Air Show in July of 2018. Strange as it may seem, it is getting rather difficult to find information on this and other Air Shows in the area. Not many people keep up on the information, posting it on the Internet. There were not many people at the Sheboygan Air Show. Interest in this and other similar shows seem to be waning as time marches on. If you have information about upcoming Air Shows, feel free to add a link to the Reply Section below. You may also want to add a link to USA-eVote.com. Thanks for your interest and I hope you enjoyed the pictures.

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Pre-Civil War Timeline

Pre-Civil War Timeline: The time between 1787, when the U.S. Constitution was ratified to claim that slaves counted as three-fifths of a person, to 1860, when Abraham Lincoln was elected as 16th President of the United States, quite a bit happened in the States that directly led to the Civil War. There was such events as the publications of The Liberator and the Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin that brought about much-needed attention to the plight of slaves. Finally, with the passing of the Kansas-Nebraska Act and then the founding of the Republican Party, a civil war seemed inevitable. There wasn’t much Lincoln could have done to prevent it. But, the question remained, was he the right man for the job?

Only history can be the final judge of that . . .

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Search for Properties

Search for Properties: Search for Properties You have 2 choices.

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Home Town Realty

Home Town Realty: Ez1 Realty is proud to announce a new and exciting move. Ez1 Realty has now joined Home Town Realty in Campbelsport, Wisconsin.

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Welcome to Ez1 Realty

Welcome to Ez1 Realty: I do business the old fashion way, while using resources from the latest technology. Licensed Real Estate Broker since 2012.

For more information please feel free to contact Dennis Herman of Realty Executives 414-426-1784 or visit my Web Site at Ez1Realty.net

Licensed Real Estate Broker since 2012. What is the difference between an Agent and a Broker? Brokers receive more extensive training and are responsible for checking contracts. Brokers can also draft lease and rental contracts. That allows me to help first time investors get started as Landlords. I work in residential, commercial, land, home construction, and of course, investment Real Estate.

1st Amendment Under Attack

1st Amendment Under Attack: 1st Amendment Under Attack
Amendment I
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.

Fictional Story
Dateline May 15, 2021

Neither sanctions nor tariffs aimed at the Soviet Union have eased the alleged Internet attacks leveled at the fabric of American society. In a prompt and short news briefing a congressional press associate told reporters, “we have no other choice but to monitor Internet activity from Russia and associated states operating websites dedicated to posting fake and malicious stories about American leaders and issues in America. Those stories will be blocked.”

Past reports on the Bill in question cited Russian interference with the 2016 presidential elections as the main reason to limit Internet activity originating from Russia and its supporting states. In 2016 both parties accused one another of collaborating with the Kremlin to sway the election. The fact that the 2016 presidential election was the closest race in American history fueled speculation and accusations. Although no concrete evidence was made public over the 3 year investigation, the public is still fascinated by shreds of hearsay and sensationalized stories.

In its own news briefing White House press agents promised the American public, “this censorship is a necessary evil and will be restricted to a small group of individuals that have been massing misleading stories about congressional candidates as well as candidates in the 2020 presidential election. Technology has become so sophisticated, altered media of every type is believed to have played a major role in election results in the majority of states.”

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