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     Aurora strengthens commitment to traffic safety with photo enforcement pilot program   In response to rising crash fatalities in Aurora and statewide, the Aurora Police Department (APD) will launch a photo enforcement pilot program in April, which City Council approved in July 2022, aimed at making streets safer through targeted enforcement of speeding motorists.    Photo speed enforcement programs—administered by cities across the country during the past two decades—have proven successful in deterring speeding and reducing crashes and fatalities.    Here is what you need to know about Aurora’s photo enforcement program:    WHEN: The 13-month pilot program will begin in April, with warnings for the first month. Citations will start in May. Before the program ends on April 30, 2024,... 03/24/2023

Salt Lake City, Utah – I have missed the last couple of days on posting about payroll tax issues.  Why may you ask?  Too much pickleball and bad knees.  Why did that affect my ability to type?  I don’t know, but it did.  So, with that, back to pay roll taxes and when the IRS starts an investigation.  If payroll tax issues exist with a taxpayer, the IRS Revenue Officer assigned to the taxpayer’s case will investigate the taxpayer to determine who was responsible for the company’s failure to pay the payroll taxes. The IRS uses IRS Form 4180 to investigate. The goal of IRS Form 4180 and the investigation is to identify who is responsible for the employer’s failure to pay the payroll taxes.When we represent clients during a trust fund investigation, we never allow our clients to participate... 03/24/2023

Success and marketing was the focus of the panel at the Corporate Coldwell Banker meeting at the Austin Board of Realtors offices. Great communication & positive focus on our client’s needs and wants was demonstrated by the agents on the Mastermind panel. We all walked away with nuggets from the panel and the audience. I had fun on the Listing Tips panel and was honored to be included.Thank you to our sponsors: Guaranteed Tate Affinity, American Home Shield and Independence Title. #Coldwellbankerrealty #knowledgeispower 03/26/2023

New Investors Bring Todd Wholesale Lead  and Get on Job Training For Your Real Estate Business Please Like Our Video and Subscribe to Our Channel Educational Video on Real Estate Investing plus copies of all our meetings Enjoy Like and Join: https://www.youtube.com/c/RalphMaupin/ The best funding source for all your investor's deals:http://nationalfundingagency.com/  Six Thousand Members - Our Meetup, Real Estate Investing, Wholesaling, Find-Fix-Sell, land-lording, lease options, Networking, Seminars, Workshops: Nation Real Estate Network  https://www.meetup.com/27monthlymeetup-com/  Michigan REIA FaceBook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/MichiganREIA  Michigan Real Estate Investors Association Facebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/3098303606934618  Michigan Real Estate Investorshttp... 03/24/2023

National Real Estate Investors Association holds Wholesale Real Estate Tip Nite with Todd Chunn Please Like Our Video and Subscribe to Our Channel Educational Video on Real Estate Investing plus copies of all our meetings Enjoy Like and Join: https://www.youtube.com/c/RalphMaupin/ The best funding source for all your investor's deals:http://nationalfundingagency.com/  Six Thousand Members - Our Meetup, Real Estate Investing, Wholesaling, Find-Fix-Sell, land-lording, lease options, Networking, Seminars, Workshops: Nation Real Estate Network  https://www.meetup.com/27monthlymeetup-com/  Michigan REIA FaceBook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/MichiganREIA  Michigan Real Estate Investors Association Facebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/3098303606934618  Michigan Real Estate Investorshtt... 03/24/2023

Well, we did it! We purchased this historic building, renovated it, and created four successful businesses within its walls. Our beautiful, 7-room boutique hotel has now been open for a year and we are thrilled with the bookings. Tonight we had our local Granbury Chamber do our ribbon cutting and anniversary celebration. The turnout was great as we gave tours of the rooms. Watching this old building being transformed into our vision has been extremely rewarding.If you are ever in the Granbury area, consider staying at our cute hotel. You will enjoy being directly on the Square. And, you will feel as if you have stepped back in time.                                                03/23/2023

Here is the most recent Gilbert AZ Real Estate Housing Market Report for February 2023:  The average sales price of Gilbert homes decreased for the second month in a row, after slightly increasing to end 2022, going from $620,705 in December to $588,495 in February. This is the first February that sales prices in Gilbert have decreased since February of 2019. Sales prices in Gilbert have declined in 8 out of the last 9 months.After decreasing last month, the average sold price per square foot of Gilbert homes remained the same between January and February, at $263/sf. The sold price per square foot has decreased or remained the same in 6 of the last 8 months. The overall trend is downward as the Gilbert housing market seems to be slowing. The average sold price per square foot this mont... 03/23/2023

Media, PA is a charming borough located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, just 12 miles west of Philadelphia. Known for its historic architecture, vibrant downtown area, and excellent schools, Media offers a high quality of life for its residents. Here are just a few reasons why it's great to live in Media, PA:Small-Town CharmDespite being located so close to a major city, Media has managed to maintain its small-town feel. Its charming main street, State Street, is lined with independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, and is the heart of the town. The community is tight-knit, and residents often come together for events such as the annual Media Food & Crafts Festival, the State Street Blues Stroll, and the Media 5 Mile Race. These events bring together residents from all walks of life, ... 03/23/2023

The other day I was running errands, and about 20 cars ahead of me, a person was walking their dog across the street.   (this is a BUSY street with 6 lanes)   Where he was crossing, there is a light, but did not press the button, and was walking with traffic coming from both sides. Before he could get entirely across the West bound lanes, he all of a sudden fell on the street.    He did not try to break his fall with his arms, so was pretty sure it was a medical emergency.    All 3 lanes came to a stop, to ensure the safety of this walker.   Several men jumped out of their cars to help him up, but he started convulsing as I could see his feet flopping on the road.   Then someone started CPR, which is never a good sign.   I called 911, and gave as much info as I could from my car. It too... 03/24/2023

Maryland Quarantine for Spotted Lanternfly The invasive pest known as the spotted lanternfly — which can devour crops like grapes and hops and devastate maple and walnut trees — continues to spread and state officials have expanded a quarantine zone for 2023. Last year, the quarantine included 10 counties plus the city of Baltimore. On Monday, the Maryland Department of Agriculture expanded its spotted lanternfly quarantine to include a total of 17 counties and the city of Baltimore. Those jurisdictions are: Allegany, Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Calvert, Caroline, Carroll, Cecil, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Kent, Montgomery, Prince George’s, Queen Anne’s, Talbot, Washington and Wicomico counties, as well as Baltimore City. The quarantine is effective immediately, and restricts the movement... 03/24/2023

Police Accountability Board Listening Session The Police Accountability Board is asking for public feedback about public safety. This Thursday, they'll host a hybrid listening session in White Oak. Please register beforehand if you plan to join online from 7 to 9 p.m. https://montgomerycountymd.gov/pab/This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 7824Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 03/23/2023

 March 23rd is National Puppy Day! Love! Rescue! Adopt! "Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole."... Roger Carras Who can resist a puppy? I know I can't! National Puppy Day was started in 2006 by Colleen Paige to bring awareness about homeless puppies in need of a caring and safe homes, as well as to make the public more aware of the horrors of puppy mills. The official slogan of National Puppy Day is "Love. Rescue. Adopt." “You can usually tell that a man is good if he has a dog who loves him.”  ... W. Bruce Cameron All of my dogs have been adopted, not "shopped." And without a doubt they have been very much loved!  I never fail to be appalled by the thought of so many shelters in the Greater Charlotte area alone that house and foster puppies waiting for adoption. T... 03/23/2023

🏛Housing Headlines in 85234 - 3-24-23 ☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE ️Not only is Gilbert a thriving business community, but its access to a nationally ranked public school system, an abundance of family-friendly activities, and over 300 days of sunshine per year make Gilbert a sought-after place to call home in Arizona and the Southwest United States. I specialize in the East Valley of the Phoenix Metro area - Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale, Apache Junction, and Gold Canyon☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE 03/24/2023

Moving through The Villages, Florida and trying to help people just starting to look here, this place is huge so I broke The Villages down into five areas.  I have the break down on my website, Bonifay is just south of 466a which is my area 4 which goes to State Road 44.  When I think Bonifay, I think seafood with eight great seafood entrees on the menu, Salmon, Butterfish, Shrimp and Haddock prepared in different ways.  Here is how Bonifay Country Club describes itself on their website:“We infuse Florida inspired cuisine with the relaxing and open atmosphere of a beach getaway. Bonifay is a part of The Villages’ growing community. We are striving to be a destination for many of our Villages’ community members as well as guests from neighboring cities and establishments. The name “Bonif... 03/23/2023

Brian Sharkey has been working in the fitness industry since 1986. He has performed over 44,000 personal training sessions throughout his career. After graduating from Southern Connecticut State University, with a B.S. degree in Human Performance, Brian went on to join the US Army National Guard and attended ROTC at Yale University. In 2004, Brian and his family moved to Florida, where he became a licensed Real Estate Agent. After the real estate market tanked, Brian's business took off, thanks to his experience in training. Since then, he has been transforming agents into top producers. He is a 14-year veteran of the Realtor Association, a trained ombudsman, a mediator, and a Florida Realtor® State Director for Rworld. Brian became a Professional Speaker after graduating from The Floyd... 03/23/2023

Priced Reduced to $309,900.009235 Lapeer Rd, Davison Twp, MI   The possibilities for this 3-bedroom ranch-style house and its 4-acre parcel are endless! It comes with a 1-bedroom guest house/in-law’s quarters/office. The guest house has a separate address and its own garage. The main house features a full basement and a full attic providing plenty of storage. Live in a country setting but just a short distance from all of the amenities of a city  A creative investor could set this property up with 4 separate rentable spaces: 1 Studio Unit, 2 1-Bedroom Units and a 2-Bedroom Unit The 4-acre parcel provides a lot of outdoor storage  Call: Roy Frank, Metro Plus Realty, LLC, PO Box 1388, Highland, MI 48357, (248) 762-0806 03/23/2023

Landlord vs. Rent-to-Own Getting Above-Market Rents & Put Tenants at Risk -Step by Step How to Do Itby: Mark MaupinContact Info: maupin.mark@gmail.com  linktr.ee/markmaupin  Mark Maupin Social Media LinksLandlord vs. Rent-to-OwnGetting Above-Market Rents & Put Tenants at Risk "How to put $5,000 to $10,000 in your pocket in the next 30 to 60 days"Goals for the Event• How to Get More than 1.5X Rent Security Deposit (Legally)• ABCs of Option Agreements (How To & Advantages) • How to Put the Tenant at Risk, Not You (The Landlord) • Getting More than Market Value for Rent• How to Make the Tenant Happy to Pay More• Be the Hero: Restoring Your Tenant’s Credit • Finding a Buyer before Buying the Property • How to Exit Properties You Own at Top Dollar • How to Take Over a Foreclosure without Put... 03/23/2023

Catonsville Food Truck Thursday - March 23, 2023Bring your family and friends! There's plenty of space to lay down a blanket, a playground for kids, stand-up tables along with picnic tables near the playground.Location:Christian Temple Church, 5820 Edmondson Ave, Catonsville, MD 21228Time:  4-8 pmMost food trucks take cash and cad!Drinks are sold at the RED tents and proceeds go to the Catonsville 4th of July celebrations.This week's line-up includes:Greek on the StreetAchiote MCKWanna Pizza This Food TrucksTaco Bar Food TruckKona Ice of CatonsvilleBullhead Pit BeefBlondie's DoughnutsChesapeake Food WorksPlating Grace and Grub Food TruckSee you there!!  03/22/2023

The 2023 Carlsbad 5000 is April 2 in Carlsbad CA Carlsbad hosts a number of premier running events during the year. The Carlsbad 5000, on April 2nd, is reportedly the world’s fastest 5K race. Several world and US records have been set, and broken, since the race was established in 1986. Runners will likely attempt to do so again in 2023! The Carlsbad 5000 is presented by National University. There’s still some time to register online, but don’t delay as this event usually sells out. There are multiple races on Sunday. Of course there is the big race, the Carlsbad 5000 (5K), plus the All Day 20K (four 5K races) with 4 categories of runners. The Junior Carlsbad race is for kids ages 4 to 12. Kids can run a ½ mile (ages 4 to 6) or 1 mile (7 to 12). The Elite Invitational, with prizes, is a... 03/22/2023

Gaithersburg Strategic Plan Public Dashboard We’ve launched an online performance dashboard that allows residents to follow progress on our five-year Strategic Plan. The new public dashboard provides transparent reporting on key performance data and will help residents understand the City’s goals and how they will be addressed. The dashboard will be updated on a quarterly basis. Explore the dashboard here. This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Water Lily, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 7823Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 03/23/2023