Beth n Rod

Well it shows up in IE, but not in Firefox. Seems like they didn't check browser compatibility. So....I'm sure they will fix it. Beth

Cool diagram Russ! Beth :cup:

? What are you looking at? I see the same thing I did the first time. Where is the mention of Mel? If there is a link to something new please share it.... Beth :cup:

Well.... Mike and Mel both begin with M. You are both in Florida.... Beth

Facetious...capricious...it's all jocose to me. (waiting the sounds of dictionary pages) :dunno: :lol: Rod!~

That's like the one at Buca de Bepo which has a sign for their delivery drivers that says..."You park-a in this space and we break a you face! Sheesh, it seems like the mafia is getting around these days... Rod!~

They were subjects used in her article for the pwna column in The Cleaner Times. Being the 2 highest qualified sources for roofing information including maintenance recommendations to represent a standard and would have made sense as a link to for reference. She looked for an org regarding tile roofing but to no avail. Rod!~

I don't think you are being unreasonable at all. It's your work. Besides, no offense, but wouldn't it make better sense for them to quote say...ARMA or CS&SB? Perhaps link to those org sites since they are expert in the roofing field? Beth

Excellent points Scott! Beth

Boy that was fast! Beth

Talk about reasons to squawk.... See... The Power Washers of North America Roof Restoration page. And... Vero Beach Pressure Cleaning - By Vero Under Pressure Some of the photos look familiar too... Beth :cup:

The better the condition, the better the price. Old ones like you have described due to how few are left are now considered rare...this according to my late mother who was a collector of silver coins and silver certificates. She had knowledge of the types of silver and the core that was used in certain periods which helped to determine their worth. If they are solid silver without any alternate metal core they are more valuable. Minted or not, the dates are old enough that you may catch the eye of a serious collector who may take them off your hands and give you a good price. Or, you could heir-loom them and pass them on to your children. Up to you but you do have some valuable coins. Rod!~

Take some time and let us know your career background, education and any affiliations you have had membership(s) in. This is a great way for people to understand the complexity and diversity of those who are members of our community here and what other have to offer with their experience. Be proud of your background and share it here with everyone. Rod!~

PWNA CONVENTION MOVES TO LAS VEGAS! The 15th Annual PWNA Convention to be held in conjunction with DeckExpo February 26 - March 3, 2007. November 20, 2007, Quakertown, PA - Power Washers of North America, Inc. (PWNA) today concluded negotiations with North American Deck and Railing Association, Inc. (NADRA) and Hanley Wood (producer of DeckExpo) to be an official endorser of the 2007 DeckExpo. NADRA, the official sponsor of DeckExpo, invited PWNA to participate in DeckExpo in an effort to introduce opportunities for expansion of an often overlooked niche of the deck industry: Deck Restoration. PWNA will be both exhibiting and attending DeckExpo this year. Pressure washing courses scheduled include Deck Restoration, House Washing, Roof Cleaning, & Lo-Rise Building Cleaning, and Environmental Certification. PWNA members will benefit from the same discounts available to NADRA members at DeckExpo 2007. Go to www.deckexpo.com to register to attend or exhibit at DeckExpo. Registration for PWNA courses other than the Wood Restoration course will be taken through the PWNA store - www.pwna.org "The PWNA is making a strategic move forward by taking advantage of this opportunity to work with another trade association. There is knowledge and experience to be shared on both sides." Paul Horsley, President of PWNA. "We are very excited about the upcoming DeckExpo. There is a lot of cross-over between the folks involved in both industries - everything from proper choice and application of coatings to deck safety" stated John Mortimer, President of NADRA. PWNA will hold its Annual Meeting and Board Meeting at DeckExpo. Note that a Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning course may be announced as being available in Las Vegas. In addition, PWNA anticipates producing several regional roundtable events during 2007. Check the website for when a PWNA RoundTable will be coming to your area. About PWNA Founded in 1992, Power Washers of North America, Inc. (PWNA) is THE power washing trade association in North America. PWNA works for continued success and growth of the power washing industry. PWNA is the recognized leader in developing and communicating the highest standards in ethical business practices, environmental awareness, and safety through continuing education and active representation of the membership. www.pwna.org About NADRA North American Deck and Railing Association, Inc. (NADRA) is the voice of the deck, dock and railing industry. Founded in 2004, NADRA's mission is to provide a unified source for the professional development, promotion, growth, and sustenance of the Deck and Railing building industry in North America so that members can exceed the expectations of their customers. www.nadra.org About Hanley Wood Hanley Wood, LLC, is the premier media company serving housing and construction. Through five operating divisions, the company produces award-winning magazines and Web sites, marquee trade shows and events, rich data and custom marketing solutions. The company also is North America's leading provider of home plans. Founded in 1976, Hanley Wood is a $240 million company owned by JPMorgan Partners, LLC, a private equity affiliate of JPMorgan Chase & Co. ### ______________________________ _________________________ PWNA PARTICIPATES IN REGIONAL INDUSTRY ROUNDTABLE Roundtable Hosted by Tom Vogel of ACR Products Attended by Industry Leaders November 19, 2007, Quakertown, PA - Power Washers of North America, Inc. (PWNA) sent several of its board members to a roundtable discussion hosted by Tom Vogel of ACR Products in Easton, Pennsylvania. Paul Horsley, Everett Abrams, John Tornabene, Brian Penny, and Michael Beaudry were part of 75 industry leaders, which also included PWNA's newest sponsor member FLOOD who participated in the roundtable. Discussions focused on cooperation between industry trade associations, and growth and development of the industry as a whole. "Community and education are what brings all of us in the industry together. These events have been the greatest way for us to bring all parts of the industry together to enhance learning and sharing of ideas along with best management practices." comments Everett Abrams, Vice President of PWNA. The PWNA sees regional activity such as roundtables, local trade shows, workshops, and certification training as the best way to consistently reach its membership and the industry at large. PWNA anticipates producing several of these events itself in the coming year. Abrams states "We look forward to raising the bar on the pressure washing industry so that the consumer knows that when they are working with a PWNA member, they are getting the professionalism they deserve." ______________________________ ______________________________ _ ATTENTION POWER WASHERS! Another great reason to join PWNA! PWNA is working with Walmart to locate contractors that can meet their vendor requirements for an ambitious surface cleaning program involving more than 4,400 facilities in the United States. This as a huge opportunity for exposure for the pressure washing industry to show our professionalism and skill. PWNA's is willing work to with and offer training to companies that believe that they do, or can meet Walmart's requirements. Areas to be cleaned at each facility include: Front Entrance Carts Compactor Pad(s) Tire, Lube Express Apron Sidewalk (along the perimeter of the store). Frequency will vary with task and state's location. To obtain a copy of Walmart's Request for Proposal (RFP) for this project, please contact Donna Mansell, Environmental Project Manager for Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. at donna.mansell@wal-mart.com

Updated: PWNA CONFERENCE AND DECKEXPO WHEN: 2/26/07 - 3/3/07 WHERE: LAS VEGAS, NEVADA ---- EVENTS PWNA COCKTAIL PARTY Fri 3/2/07 5:30pm – 6:30pm PWNA ANNUAL MEETING Fri 3/2/07 6:30pm – 7:30pm ---- PWNA COURSES: WOOD DECK RESTORATION & PRESERVATION* Mon 2/26/07 8am – 5pm *Wood Restoration Course (pt 1) Tues 2/27/07 8am – 12pm *Wood Restoration Course (pt 2) *Registration for this course is through DeckExpo 2007 REGISTER FOR THESE COURSES THROUGH THE PWNA ONLINE STORE: KITCHEN EXHAUST CERTIFICATION TRAINING CLASS Fri 3/2/07 8am - 3pm Kitchen Course (pt 1) Sat 3/3/07 8am - 3pm Kitchen Course (pt 2) ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANING FOR POWER WASH CONTRACTORS Fri 3/2/07 8am – 12pm HOUSE WASHING, ROOF CLEANING, & LO-RISE BUILDING CLEANING Fri 3/2/07 12:15pm – 5:15pm ---- DECKEXPO DATES: EXHIBITS 2/28/07 (11am - 5pm) 3/1/07 (11am - 4pm) ADDITIONAL DECKEXPO COURSES AND WORKSHOPS 2/27/07 - through - 3/1/07 See DeckExpo 2007

Jon, not so lout please... :) Yeah, I was speaking in the condition of a business sale with active ongoing contracts. If in the absence of the above, the customer would not need to know that the business changed hands. There is the ever commonality of different people on a job site performing a service which in the case as you previously referred to would not qualify for concern on either parties part. Rod!~

Rod was posting from the premise that there are ongoing accounts I believe.... Beth

In studying the necessities for getting into a business and also getting out of it (covering all the bases) it became apparent that it is common practice to have a consultant stay on for a period of time. The changes described above are not the only changes. If a company is incorporated, the incorporation must be dissolved and the new owner must re-incorporate. Also, the EIN filing must be changed, and a new one must be applied for. Also, tax related licenses (if applicable) must be handled in the same respect. These are not transferable according to the paperwork I had to review and get approved. Changes in ownership, sales amounts, and other federal tax collection documents are required. I realize that the state requirements may be different but the federal ones are across the board. Rod!~

Welcome Samson! Glad you found us. :) Beth

Great, don't put a shrimp on the barbie for me, the darn things keep falling between the grates! lol So, I take it my information is spot on?!?!?! Rod!~

Now, maybe you'll appreciate the inspection process a bit more. I do. It was a lesson learned after having someones exterior electrical sockets short out after doing a house wash. Inspecting these items helps to identify any "Pre-existing Conditions". These should be noted in the contract before work is begun in order to assure liability is on the homeowner. As John put it to his client, "It is your home, you hired the contractor". Just because we as the 'cleaning people' become the messengers, doesn't mean we should get the shot for the bill. My opinion. I went into business to provide a service, not to pay for peoples negligence. Rod!~

Business turn overs involving long term and on going contracts usually require that the original owner stay on in a consultative capacity for a period of time determined by the condition of sale documents. In laymens terms for example, Jeff would stay on in a limited capacity to help oversee the changes and introductions of the new management and also to help familiarize them with the accounts. As far as tangible worth, that is one of the components of value/asset assessment before sale. Other items include equipment, vehicles after depreciations and any debts remaining after amortization. Overhead burden, labor and incidentals are also kept in the picture. As far as Ken's last question, that would depend on how the whole transition was handled. If Jeff was not a part of it and did not give notice to those he had active contracts with, they would be dropped in a short time most likely. On the other hand, if he were to make the proper introductions and remain as an advisory/consultant (compensated of course) capacity, this would help ease the concerns of those in active contract status. Some may still jump ship if the relationship is not what they are looking for but the buyer would have a better chance of maintaining those accounts than if he just dropped off the face of the earth from them. Rod!~

I'll do that on the next order. ;) First order is all large. Beth

I only ordered a few...I will have to place a second order.... ;) Beth

Well folks, the first batch is on order! We are having nice, embroidered t-shirts with the TGS logo made. I'll post a pic of one when they arrive. :) Beth