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Although I've never sold a house on my own, we did buy our house directly from an owner. All that you need to sell it on your own is a means of advertising your home, a basic contract (which you amend as necessary) from Home Depot or any website carrying contracts (I think the couple we bought from said they spent $45 on the contract), and a closing agent which the buyer is typically responsible for providing. Selling on your own may scare some buyers away and lead to your house being on the market longer, you've just got to gauge the market. At the same time, some folks may find a "for sale by owner" enticing being the 3-6% the owner is saving in realty costs could be negotiable in the sale price. If you're not in a rush, I wouldn't see the harm in throwing it up on the market yourself and, if after a few months you receive no interest, then fork out the 3-6% to take advantage of the experience and networking power of a real estate agent. As a buyer, I was very comfortable dealing directly with the seller. Negotiations were simple and honest, I had a direct contact any time a question popped into my head, and got first hand accounts of what the neighbors/neighborhood were like prior to buying. Whatever you choose, good luck.
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QUOTE(EvilMonkey @ Jan 6, 2006 -> 08:55 PM) http://www.c-span.org/search/basic.asp?Res...xt=murtha+moran The C-span video is here, but is shows an exchange between Murtha/Moran (the Senator sponsoring Murtha's town hall forum) and a recently returned vet who took him to task with some of his statements. Murtha then chose to go on to the next question without really saying anything. I believe the exchange is at the 34:30 point in the video. Text of the exchange is : After that, Murtha was speechless while Moran simpy moved on to the next question So this guy says some of his buddies' morale is high and that discredits anything Murtha ever said? You ever watched "Off To War" on Discovery Times? Those are real troops as well and I didn't get the impression that their morale was especially high, nor were any of them chomping at the bit to go back overseas. Point being, until you see the results of a poll conducted in the military measuring morale (which you'd obviously never see), you're never going to know for sure.
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QUOTE(RME JICO @ Jan 7, 2006 -> 11:15 AM) Cora has always stated that he was disappointed, and caught off guard. So maybe they both could have let Cora know in advance, instead of just basically walking out. I think this is the real issue. With the work those two put in last season, I find it hard to believe that he'd be this upset if they'd explained the situation to him and asked for a dismissal from winter ball. Sounds like Cora felt that there was a lack of respect there.
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What happened to conservatism? It absolutely amazes me that the folks defending a President who trumpets blatant disregard for the constitution are all from the right. At what point do people finally decide that it's okay to criticize this president despite the fact he represents their party? I voted for W in '04. I wish I could have my vote back. Not to vote for Kerry, but just so that I could proudly say that I didn't vote for this guy. There's a point where partisanship has to end and realism must take over. I lost faith in Bush when the WMD claims proved to be fabricated. Since that point things have just gotten worse. I consider myself a conservative at heart. I want to conserve the ideas which men like Thomas Jefferson used to put our government in place. I can't imagine what Jefferson's reaction would be to Bush's comments yesterday. Perhaps the rest of you "conservatives" should ask yourselves that same question. Incidentally, between the WMD crap, the Plame leak, and now spying on Americans, I want to see the house introduce an impeachment. This president needs to have the impeachment footnote (even if the senate doesn't impeach him) beside his name in the history books so that future generations can recognize the injustices and criminal government nature he's brought to this nation.
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QUOTE(valponick @ Dec 16, 2005 -> 11:18 AM) Why does everyone on this board drool at the idea of Miguel Tejada?? For what we would have to give up, we would be the ones getting fleeced. Sure he is a "big name" but the way people on this board think he is one of the best players in the league makes me sick. He is not only a downgrade defensively but he is nowhere near the same level as the top tier hitters in the game the way people on here think he is. If you think I'm crazy, think about this.... We are talking about a guy who has NEVER had an OPS of over .900, and only once has he had one over .865. This same guy has only posted an OBP of over .350 TWO TIMES in his career (of which he is supposedly in his prime). Has never posted a fielding percentage above .975 and his range factor makes that a generous .975. Compare this with some of the top tier players in the game today...ARod, Guerrero, Ramirez, Ortiz just to name a few. If you were to try to argue with me that Tejada is one of the best Fantasy baseball players in the league I would agree, but this isn't Fantasy baseball. Not that this is ever going to happen, but I don't know why everyone was so excited about it in the first place. A-rod makes $27M/year Guerrero only makes like $13-14m/yr but he's an outfielder Ramirez makes $20M and plays the outfield Ortiz doesn't make much, yet, but can't even play the field Tejada is the top offensive shortstop in baseball and gets paid a modest $12M/yr. You can't compare an offensively productive shortstop with a LF who makes nearly twice as much money. It's all about return on your money, and Tejada easily is worth every penny.
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QUOTE(JimH @ Dec 15, 2005 -> 08:22 PM) It has everything to do with health and his impending contract status. I cannot recall the last time the White Sox worked something out successfully with Boras. They couldn't get it done with Scott Shoeneweis so I doubt they will get it done with Crede. Especially if the guy breaks out this year. Plus the bad back. If you have a chance to get Blalock you do it IMO. There is a big reason why the White Sox have only one Boras client and why they never draft any, or trade for any. What was the point of getting Mackowiak if Joe is on the block? I posted a question a few days ago concerning Joe possibly dumping Boras. I wonder if KW has even approached Joe about signing a deal or, if it's legal, encouraged Joe to dump Boras so that they can start negotiating a deal? Blalock just doesn't wow me with those road #'s. I have no doubt he'd hit well at the Cell, but why not keep Crede and trade Garland for some good prospects?
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Despite all the hell you're catching for this thread, I agree with the premise completely. I think Joe is finally comfortable in Chicago and is ready to live up to some of the hype. There is no denying that his swing and approach at the plate looked COMPLETELY different after his stint on the DL. The guy figured something out. It's rather hypocritical to say that the Count will be one the best pitchers in the MLs this season because of the way he pitched in the second half, and then, in the next breath, say that Joe won't keep up the pace he started last September. Blalock is a good ballplayer, but I think he's still working through some struggles. Joe may have already made it past that stage. I don't see a point in sticking with a guy for 3 years while he's sucked ass and then trade him when he finally starts to show some promise.
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QUOTE(SSH2005 @ Dec 14, 2005 -> 03:29 PM) Levine is basically saying that the Sox could probably beat any package out there for Tejada if they want to because they have a good combination of prospects and established players to trade. so it sounds more like this is his opinion as opposed to any solid rumor? I do this deal in a heartbeat, and Juan is one of my favorite players on the Sox. McCarthy is going to be very good, no denying that. But... Pods Gooch Kong Thome Miggy Dye AJ Crede Anderson beat the living hell out of Pods Gooch Carl Kong Dye A-Row AJ Crede Uribe This move would allow us to keep Gooch batting in the 2 hole being we'd have no need for more power lower in the order. Gooch has proven he can do one hell of a job in that slot. That's just a monster line-up...potentially 160 long balls from the 3-6 slots. Pitching MB JC FG JG JV beats the living hell out of MB FG JC JG OH/BM We're upgrading our SP from last season. The bullpen is the only decrease in quality. Miggy is just as good, if not better, defensively than juan. Anderson, according to those in the know, is just as good in CF, if not better, than A-Row. So defense could feasibly improve from last season, when we finished 2nd in MLB.
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Those who are claiming that JV is a downgrade hare smokin' something. JV would have the best stuff on the staff behind the Count, it's only a matter of Coop getting ahold of him and setting him straight, which Coop has proven he can do with struggling pitchers on a consistent basis. Garland did very well for the Sox last season, but he's not dominant nor does he have the ability to be dominant. I can agree, to an extent, with Fathom when he talked about shopping Jon around and see what kind of interest is out there. Although I do not like the idea of trading pitching for O, even if KW were determined to turn that O around for some SP. Quality SP is extremely scarce these days which means you can only trade Jon for a decent replacement. With this trade, I think we'd be trading for an upgrade instead of a decent replacement.
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QUOTE(Texsox @ Dec 12, 2005 -> 02:15 PM) If you are Joe Crede and watching as the greatest Sox batter of all time moves on to another team, do you realize it's a business, and the team will dump you in a heartbeat, so you better get all you can, when you can? Agreed. But.... we've seen Joe and his personality, my impression is he doesn't like big changes. I think if given the choice of the same money here or elsewhere, he'd want to stay here. So, if he keeps Boras it's because he has somehow gotten the impression that the Sox would lowball him on a contract offer. That's the only reason I can see him staying with Boras. I don't know what's given Joe this impression, I think the Sox have been VERY fair with players we've signed as well as the offers made to players we didn't sign. So, if Joe thinks he'd get a fair offer and wants to stay in Chicago, he'd dump Boras, IMO.
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If I remember correctly, big Juan Uribe dumped Boras last offseason and promptly signed a 3 year deal with the Sox immediately afterward. If you're Joe "f***ing" Crede, having established yourself as a Chicago hero last postseason, knowing that the Sox have been oh-so patient with you throughout all of your struggles, knowing that the Sox WILL NOT negotiate with your agent which essentially spells your departure from Chicago, would ya dump Boras and see what a new agent could do in keeping you in Chicago? Has anyone "in the know" heard any rumbles of this being a possibility. I think Joe would have to believe that the Sox would offer him a reasonable long-term deal as long as he had a different agent, but would that be enough for him to dump Boras?
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QUOTE(kapkomet @ Dec 9, 2005 -> 03:17 PM) Probably not - at least the way you are describing it - unless you're a teacher, but that's another subject. cool. i didn't think so but I'm trying my best to minimize my tax bill this year. thans, kap.
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I go to school fulltime in my spare time through the local community college. I'm taking advantage of their online courses which means that I really don't attend classes but complete all my required work, research, and reading online at my home. My monitor is dying and I'm looking to purchase a new lcd. I'm just curious if the monitor would be deductible as a school expense? Any input would be appreciated.
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QUOTE(LowerCaseRepublican @ Dec 8, 2005 -> 06:37 AM) But it sets a slippery slope of "I'm sorry SoxFan101, you can't have that alcohol because somebody else thinks it is bad." or "I'm sorry SoxFan101, you can't listen to that music because somebody thinks it is offensive" or "I'm sorry SoxFan101, you can't eat that because somebody was offended at the way it was made." You get to make the choice to put yourself in the situation where you know there will be smoking going on. If you don't like that establishment's choice -- then voice your opinion with your dollars and don't go there.
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Anyone use that Google toolbar with their Firefox? Any good or just more clutter in the browser?
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I doubt it's very difficult for anyone to take someone's comedy act and make them out to be an idiot...but hey, way to go David Cross. And ole Larry isn't much better to actually spend a chapter of his book talking s*** about another comedian's political views.
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QUOTE(Texsox @ Nov 28, 2005 -> 05:39 AM) How does everybody know what the budget should be? I mean really know. I just can't fathom careing if a player makes an extra million. I understand it makes for a more interesting off season playing GM, but as a fan, I don't really care if JR makes 1 million or 10 million next season. Well, if you believe what you read, the Sox don't operate for profit but rather for franchise value. So in a sense we can gauge where the payroll should be for next season based upon last year's payroll increased proportionally to the attendance increases/merchandising increases.
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Hope Sandoval from Mazzy Star
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QUOTE(Spiff @ Nov 26, 2005 -> 05:51 PM) Modifying, yes, so they could play games from Japan. Nobody even owned cd burners when the PS1 was around. I played burned games on PS1, back in '99 or '00. I don't remember when the PS1 was released though, so it may have been pretty late in the game.
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QUOTE(Wanne @ Nov 25, 2005 -> 08:29 PM) Yeah...if he regains his confidence and doesn't come in and immediately walk the first two batters he faces. If he could be used in a package...I wouldn't cry losing him. I think he cost me 2 remotes last year when he'd come in! i'd imagine that some clutch pitching in the 13th and 14th innings of a world series game could do wonders for his confidence. Marte, who i had declared upon his entry in the game that he would get the (L), was REALLY impressive in that game and showed some balls. I think he's going to get back on track next season. With that said, if there's a deal out there for an impact player I'd deem Marte expendable and just go with 1 lhp, Cotts, in the 2006 Sox pen.
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The only thing I don't like about this move is that a ring ceremony on Opening Day starts the season on last year's high note. It's going to suck if they lose the 1st game against the Indians and then get the rings the next day.
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QUOTE(maggsmaggs @ Nov 20, 2005 -> 03:31 PM) If the Phillies eat half of the contract, we end up paying $8 million for a prime hitter, if he is healthy. But, he is just as big a risk as any free agent out there this year, even Konerko and we would only be tied for 3 years. I say, Kenny needs to jump on this before Cleveland. In 2 weeks, my guess is that Kenny will be Pat Gillick's Siamese twin at the Winter Meetings. If CLE ends up with Thome and are able resign Millwood, we're going to have one helluve tough time with them next season. Not only because their offense gets that much stronger, but this probably means that, unless we get Delgado, we'll still have a weak DH on an already average/below average offensive team.
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QUOTE(beck72 @ Nov 10, 2005 -> 12:50 PM) From today's trib, comments from yesterdays press conference: "I want more speed," said Guillen, whose Sox finished third in the AL with 132 stolen bases. "It's not fair to get [scott] Podsednik on base, Podsednik on base, Podsednik on base and when the kid doesn't get on base, the heat comes to him. "Hopefully we can get somebody who can run. I want a second hitter so we can put Iguchi down in the sixth or seventh spot to get more [run production] out of him." _____________________________________________ I agree the sox need to have another OBP option with speed in case of an injury to Pods, and to give the sox more options for scoring runs. Interesting call though where would you put that #2 hitter with speed. Ideas? castillo? pierre? furcal? i think oz has got kenny's ear, he proved it last season. this is what i like to hear.
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Mark Shapiro, NOT Kenny Williams, Exec of the Year
mmmmmbeeer replied to The Ginger Kid's topic in Pale Hose Talk
I really looked at this award as a given for Kdub. This is rather disappointing. -
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