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The 2012 Apex Jazz Festival Needs Sponsors!

July 12, 2012 By

For fans of great jazz music here in the Triangle and across North Carolina, we are just two months away from the ONLY adult focused Festival in the region. Beautiful Downtown Apex is the place and the date is Saturday September 15th, 2012.

With indoor and outdoor venues hosting the best Jazz performances around, we will be smoothing out Salem Street for an afternoon and evening of very cool entertainment.
Organized by the Apex Downtown Business Association (ADBA) this pub-crawl experience could draw up to 10,000 people to the Peak of Good Living! Headliners will perform at the Halle Cultural Arts Center and performances will be featured in a variety of venues along North Salem Street.

The 2012 Apex Jazz Festival is the perfect event for local and regional businesses to get exposure through some very exciting sponsorship opportunities. There are six distinct levels of visibility for sponsors and multiple opportunities to be listed on the Apex Jazz Festival website, program, banners, posters and stage locations. Sponsors receive festival wristbands and enjoy all of the related advertising associated with this premier festival.

The “Ruby” level of Support is only $ 50 and your organization is listed on the webpage and program; included in every package are festival wristbands that get you into multiple venues. Levels up to $ 5000 give businesses the chance to customize their own level of visibility!

For additional information on both the Apex Jazz Festival and sponsorships, please contact Blaine East, Event Chair, of Landcore Group at 919-796-6203 or blaine@landcoregroup.com.

For sponsorship information only, contact Sue Mooney, sue-m@nc.rr.com, 919 608 6532.

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The Apex Downtown Business Association is a non-profit public entity dedicated to sustaining and developing Historic Downtown Apex. Its members include retail, restaurant and service businesses in and around Downtown Apex. The Apex Downtown Business Association is also instrumental in planning a number of the family friendly special events that draw patrons to Downtown Apex. For more information, visit www.apexdowntown.com

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For website info on sponsorships http://www.apexjazzfestival.com/Sponsors.html

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Mold Needs Moisture to Grow – Stop Water Intrusion

May 29, 2012 By

With Tropical Storm Beryl aiming for North Carolina later this week I thought it was a good time to share a little fact about mold growth that some folks still don’t fully appreciate. Mold won’t grow without moisture!

Simple I know. If your home or business has experienced water intrusion by a flood, water pipe or water heater failure, roof damage, or other calamity, chance are good mold will not be far behind.

Atlantic Mold’s staff are trained water intrusion specialists.

Identifying and resolving water intrusion problems around your home or business is the only way to stop mold grown and help ensure the health and long life of your home or office building and those who occupy it. 

Common Causes of Water Intrusion

  • Damaged roof or improperly laid shingles
  • Severe weather such as hail, hurricanes or floods
  • Improper grading around the property can flood your crawl space
  • Rotten Wood
  • Water and/or sewer pipe damage
  • Water heater failure.

Should you suffer a water intrusion problem Atlantic Mold will help you identify and effectively reverse water intrusion issues in your home or place of business. Contact our team of specialists today for a free estimate at 919-832-8151 or visit the Atlantic Mold Experts website.

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6 Reasons Why You Aren’t Moving from Meeting Your Needs … to Flourishing

March 27, 2012 By

What do you believe? Do you even know? Most of us believe in a higher being — God, Spirit, Universe. Other than this … what do you believe about your own abilities?

  • You want a bigger and better lifestyle. You don’t have it. Why?
  • You want a fund for college for your children. You don’t have it. Why?
  • You want to buy a home for your parents. You’ve not done that. Why?
  • You want a home at the beach for your extended family to share. You don’t have it. Why?
ABUNDANCE is our birthright! No where is it written that poverty is good and abundance is bad!

Do you think …

  1. it will happen someday, one day, with luck?
  2. it can’t happen for you — it’s for other people?
  3. you’ve studied and tried to no avail, so it’s pointless?
  4. your track record is average, so why bother trying to be above average?
  5. praying alone will bring you what you want?
  6. wanting things for yourself is selfish?

Beliefs about our abilities take decades to form. And until you are 6 years old or so (the age of reason) when you actually develop conscious awareness, the beliefs of how the world works you hold all your life come from those you love. Why they aren’t even yours to begin with!

Generation to generation we build beliefs that look like this:

  • I’m not smart enough
  • I’m all alone
  • I’m a failure
  • No one loves me
  • Being ‘fat’ is bad
  • I’m not meant to thrive

Now here’s the most important thing about all of this. 

The things you want are contingent on your belief in your ability to achieve them!

And if you don’t believe you can, you will not .. not ever. We never outperform what we believe we can do.

There is hope however. Human beings have the gift of conscious awareness. The more aware we are, the more we realize we actually can have the things we want. That takes a bit of effort on your part. It starts with being honest with yourself and realizing that all your troubles come from within you and have nothing to do with outside conditions and circumstances.

We have no control over outside conditions and circumstances. Yet we let outside coditions, people and circumstances shape our beliefs about ourselves!

The ONLY thing over which we have control … is what we think. And it is our thoughts (positive or negative) that form our beliefs. Watch what you are thinking … starting today!

Thoughts (+ or -) => Feelings  (+ or -)  => Actions (feeling good or not good) = Material Results

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5 things your pet needs when going under anesthesia

March 20, 2012 By

Anesthesia has risks, but these risks can be minimized with additional steps that are not considered an option in human medicine.

1. PRE-ANESTHETIC BLOOD WORK – the internal organ function blood tests gives your veterinarian a glimpse of how your pet’s internal organs are functioning – liver, kidneys, etc. Once your veterinarian reviews the results, they can make important decisions on the anesthesia protocol they will use and make changes it accordingly. For instance, if your pet has slightly elevated liver values indicative of sub-optimal liver function, your veterinarian can use this information to select an anesthetic drug that is metabolized less in the liver. Your veterinarian also could postpone any elective procedures if they feel your pet is too high of a risk for anesthesia. Many times your veterinarian may allow you to decline this test – but there is risk involved. Furthermore, you can opt for more extensive blood work to include additional internal organ values and a complete blood cell count. This more extensive blood work is recommended yearly after your pet is 2 or 3 years of age.

2. INTRAVENOUS CATHETER AND INTRAOPERATIVE FLUID THERAPY – having an intravenous (IV) catheter is important for your pet when they have IV medication given and for routine maintenance IV fluid therapy. If there is any unusual anesthetic events during the procedure it is helpful to have an IV catheter already in place, therefore any drugs needed for arrhythmias or life threatening situations can be administered immediately. IV fluids allow for the maintenance of your pets fluid volume and blood pressure.

3. MONITORING – during the procedure your pet should be monitored for proper heart rate, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, and temperature by a trained assistant. Additional monitoring devices including a pulse oximeter, capnograph, esophageal heart monitor, and / or Doppler or automated blood pressure monitor will enhance the monitoring capabilities while you pet in under anesthesia.

4. MANAGEMENT / EXAM –Your veterinarian should examine your pet before and after the procedure and determine if your pet is fully recovered from the procedure. Additionally, your pet may need additional drugs before, during and after the surgery. This can range from pre-operative antibiotics and/or pain medications, including nerve blocks, or epidural injections, to intra-operative and post-operative medications. Many veterinarians do not allow for owner’s to opt out of additional pain medications if needed. There may be an additional charge involved.

5. EDUCATION – A good veterinarian – patient – client relationship is essential and will help you understand what to expect for your pet during and after anesthesia and surgery. Often this is explained as the discharge instructions and is given by a veterinary technician or assistant. Although discharge instructions are often clearly written and very helpful, it is best to ask any questions before an unexpected problem arises at home so that you know how to react quickly. For example, many pets can experience nausea after general anesthesia – so offer your pet a small amount of water when you get home first and if they keep it down then you can offer a small amount of food. If they keep that down, then they most likely are not having symptoms. If they do vomit, then they need more time and wait to introduce anything for 2 more hours. If vomiting continues or your pet has not eaten, or seems to have not fully recovered for any reason within 24 hours, you will need to contact your veterinarian immediately.

Ask your veterinarian for more information.

Dr. Moeser’s Blog
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ONE STOP SHOP for all your EVENT needs

February 19, 2012 By

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American Red Cross needs your help!!!

January 26, 2012 By

The American Red Cross needs your help! Despite our efforts to ensure a sufficient blood supply, the American Red Cross is experiencing a critical blood shortage due to a decrease in donations this winter. Donors are encouraged to donate as soon as possible, and there is a special need for type O and type B blood donors. You can help. If you are eligible to donate please schedule an appointment or walk in during operating hours at the Durham, NC Blood Center. If you are not eligible or have donated recently-please accept my apologies and help spread the word.

Mark
www.food-aid.org

Food-Aid International is an official partner of the American Red Cross

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Quarterly Estimated Taxes! Who Needs to Pay Quarterly Taxes Anyway?

January 18, 2012 By

Just about everyone knows that taxes must be filed at least on an annual basis.  However, what many small business owners don’t realize is that taxes may be dues at other times during the year!  The rules for estimated taxes can be somewhat tricky; however, here is a high level overview of the basics.  Please be mindful that the discussion below pertains only to federal taxes, however, many states have their own rules regarding estimated tax payments.

Who is Required to Pay Quarterly Estimated Taxes?

Generally, if you are self-employed, a sole proprietor, a single member LLC, partner in a partnership, S-Corp shareholder and you expect to owe income tax of $ 1,000 or more when you file your income tax returns you must file estimated taxes. 

What are Quarterly Estimated Taxes and Why Do They Need to be Paid?

Think back to your first job and your first paycheck.  Wasn’t it a bummer to find out your paycheck was smaller than expected because of taxes?  Well even as a business owner you are required to fork over those taxes – just at a different frequency; quarterly in this case.  Paying estimated taxes is simply the method used to remit tax due on income not being withheld otherwise.  This includes, but is not limited to, income from self-employment, interest, dividends, and gains on the sale of assets.

When are Quarterly Estimated Taxes Due?

Estimated taxes are paid in on a quasi-quarterly basis.  For the 2012 tax year, the due dates are April 17th, June 15th, September 17th, and January 15, 2013.  If you don’t pay enough by the due dates you may be subject to a penalty even if you are due a refund when you file your annual return.

How to Calculate Quarterly Estimated Tax Payments

To figure out your estimated tax you must rely on assumptions regarding your expected income and deductions/credit you are eligible for during the tax year.  There are several methods that can be utilized to calculate your quarterly estimated payments.   For detailed instructions on how to calculate your federal estimated payments and for North Carolina quarterly estimated tax payment requirements please visit the Simply Taxes, LLC tax advice website.

Summary

Quarterly payments are one of the many important responsibilities often overlooked by individuals. It is highly recommended that you review the requirements in further detail or work with a local accountant to determine if you are in compliance.

Simply Taxes, LLC is a local year-round tax preparation firm with an office located in North Raleigh.  Our Raleigh accountants are ready to assist you with your questions pertaining to your taxes!

The information contained within this article is for general guidance only. As such, it should not be used as a substitute for consulting with professional accounting, tax, legal or other competent advisers. 

 

 

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