We’ve all been there. The six dollar, two-shot Grande. Or maybe we’ll go for the Venti for an extra buck or two, and the same two-shots. Over the last few decades, there have been times when I’d be working a… Continue Reading
I’m no stranger to backup power. I’ve been working with computers for thirty five years <gasp>. A good uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is critical to keep your systems protected not only from outage, but also from electric spikes and surges.… Continue Reading
In what I call a ‘prior life’, about twenty years ago, I earned a living as a Notary Signing agent. I conducted thousands of mobile mortgage loan closings, mostly working directly for title companies. Things got old when title companies… Continue Reading
I’ve been a loyal user of Ebates.com since April, 2002. Over the past almost two decades, I’ve received over one thousand dollars in rebates. I remember when I signed up, I thought it was a scam. I’ve found out over… Continue Reading
Our mountain cottage We moved to the mountain a half decade ago. Sounds so long. As I write, it will be our sixth winter. It’s a small cottage. About 800 square foot on main floor, with an 800 square foot… Continue Reading
With historic low interest rates, the rush to refinance mortgages is on again. At some point during the process, your mortgage broker will likely present a list of rate/point options. What this means is someone can pay an extra fee… Continue Reading
UPDATE: As of November 5, 2019, Coop’s is on hiatus and taking a break from business. Well, we’re on our search for a new mechanic, again… — August 24, 2019 – We live on a mountain in Henderson County, North… Continue Reading