Friday, August 6, 2010
The Aftermath of Typhoon Ondoy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXw8HnClrr4&hl=en
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Make a Car Donation to Songs of Love!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skghxx4V_vY&hl=en
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Free WoW Late night raid to Black Temple with Game Master P1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ux-SapiKcY&hl=en
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Car Donation - The Benefits and Why You Should Do It
Why on earth would someone want to donate a car? You might ask this question, but there are many reasons, including tax benefits, being charitable or saving time. Perhaps your vehicle isn't worth much to you, but having it sold for charity is worth a lot to them.
The IRS will give a tax refund of $500 or the sale value of the car if you decide to donate it. You fill out a car donation form and you can allocate your charity from a list of eligible organizations that you want the sale to benefit. You will receive a receipt that qualifies you for the IRS tax rebate, so there is a guaranteed $500 for your car, possibly more. There will be no hassles, no running ads in the newspaper and having people come over to test drive the vehicle and no worries about trying to barter the price or having to pay for last minute repairs.
Most charities will choose to sell the donated vehicle, in which case you can deduct the amount they receive for it. If they decide to use the vehicle for a purpose within the charity, you will be able to claim the fair and average market value at the time you donated the car. They will take into account the current condition of the car and how much you could get if you sold it. That means if there is damage or if it needs repairs, it will be deducted from the value for your car donation tax rebate.
If the vehicle sells for or is worth more than five thousand dollars, you need to fill out an 8283 and 1040 form, plus have an official written valuation, and your form needs to be authorized at the highest levels. If the value or sale price is between $500 and $5000, you would fill in the 8283 form and the standard 1040 that is for all vehicle donations, but you do not need the written appraisal. For cars worth under $500 or sold for that amount you would fill in a 1040 only, along with a written acknowledgment from the charity as to the sale or the use of the vehicle.
Donating a car to a charity car yard can be a lot easier. Simply choosing the charity and leaving the car with them to sell saves you possible hassle. If they need to do any repairs, it will be deducted from you tax rebate and added to the sale price. This means you can't profit from sending in a broke down vehicle in bad need of repair expecting to deduct the full sale value once it has been fixed.
This can be a great option if you are short on cash and want to sell your car but need a couple of repairs. Be upfront with the charity car dealer and let them know the problems. Tell them you are happy for them to deduct the costs of fixing the problems from your tax rebate, and they will appreciate your honesty. Charity car dealers will often have all the paperwork you need to apply for your car donation tax benefit on site.
It's not all about the tax benefits though. Donating your car is a rewarding and charitable thing to do. The money raised, sometimes thousands, is donated to your charity of choice, whether directly from you or through a charity car dealership. That is a lot of meals or clothes or money towards research or whatever the charity of your choice contributes to. Not all charities do fall under the qualification for the tax rebate, but most do and the lists are available from the IRS website or the charity dealerships.
Next time you are considering selling your vehicle, think about a charity donation. If you do donate your car, there are definite benefits for the organization of your choosing and yourself at tax time. You may even decide to do it close to the end of the financial year so it doesn't take too long for you to see the refund! Alternatively the money can come off your tax debt! It is like having an easy sale for your car but just receiving the money for it a while later.
But instead of grinding the figures and crunching the numbers, why not make the decision from your heart? You will get some reimbursement, less hassle, and be doing a very good deed for those in need. Be spontaneous and giving, and next time you are changing over vehicle, donate your used car to an eligible charity of your choice.
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Wednesday, July 21, 2010
The Inflatable Kayak - Your Portable Kayak
One advantage of inflatable kayaks is that they can be transported by hand using a carry bag. This is the perfect type of kayak for those who do not have enough space in their garage to put a hardshell boat in. Since it does not require much space for storage, many outdoor enthusiasts find inflatables as their top choice from among all the types of kayaks. Inflatable kayaks are usually made of Hypalon, PVC, or polyurethane coated cloth. To inflate it, you can use a foot or hand pump that usually comes with the kayak, or for an easier way to inflate it, you can use an electric pump.
Many experts would recommend the use of inflatable kayaks for rivers and calm waters; however, more advanced models are able to withstand rocky waters, and some of these kayaks may include structures similar to those found in a folding kayak. New inflatable kayak designs made with such an internal frame can make the hull more rigid and sea worthy.
Some users of inflatable kayaks may question their stability, which is not something that they have to worry about since they are stable with a small turning radius. Aside from it being portable, it is also easy to master. The downside however is that it takes more effort for users to paddle. Compared to other types of kayaks, inflatables are usually wider and slower. So this is not really recommended for advanced users who are concerned about speed.
When shopping for an inflatable kayak, it would help a lot if you know what type of water you will be in most of the time. Some inflatables are designed to be more sea worthy and others are better for rivers and calm waters. There are some, however, that can perform in all types of water, but then again you may want something for a certain water type. The type of kayaking activity will also point you to the right direction when shopping for a kayak. You should know if you will be geared toward flatwater kayaking or maybe river kayaking where there may be rapids. Once you are able to know and determine such factors, it will be easier for you to narrow down your choices for inflatable kayaks.
Another factor that will help you when buying an inflatable kayak is by reading reviews. There are a lot of manufacturers and models, and reading reviews will greatly help in knowing the performance of each brand and model, and whether or not they are worth their value. The rule of thumb when reading reviews to consider the source of any positive or negative review before deciding that the kayak is the best one for you. Asking for expert's advice is also a good way to find out more information about these kayaks. Representatives and sales people, for example, can often give you the sound opinion and good recommendations of good manufacturers and models for the inflatable kayak that you are looking for.
Larry Kang is a writer on outdoor recreation topics such as hiking, kayaking, and nature photography. Read more about inflatable kayaks at Kayaks and Kayaking.
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Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Donate a car--help kids
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBquZI6VugY&hl=en
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Car Donation Charities That Handle Car Donations
Car donation to a non-profit organization is and has been an overlooked opportunity to benefit on both sides of this contribution for many years. The car donor and the recipient benefit simultaneously. The person who donates their car to charity can deduct a value from their taxable income and the recipient obviously benefits by making use of the vehicle.
Car donation can include virtually any vehicle you wish to donate. You can donate a car, donate a truck, donate a motorcycle, and even recreation vehicles like a boat or an RV.
Donating a car to charity is a great way to rid your driveway of an unused vehicle, plus you are clearing the clutter around your home. There's no need to accumulate cars that could be donated to charity.
Helping the less fortunate and knowing that you have contributed by improving their quality of life with a tangible gift, one that they can put to good use, is far more personal and you can be assured that the donation has gone directly to a recipient. So many charities have administrative costs and fees that often consume cash donations and the intended recipients may not actually see the fruits of your efforts.
Car donation charities actually enlist the help of towing companies specifically, for pick-up and delivery of donated cars, to make the car donation process all the more convenient for the car donor.
If you currently donate to a charity such as the American Heart Association, Saint Jude hospital, American Cancer Society, or any number of organizations, you can donate your car and designate what charity you want to the contribution to benefit. That way you can be specific about who receives your donation. Giving becomes much easier when you know where your money is going and being spent.
Each state has car donation organizations in place for donating, pick-up, and delivery of your unwanted vehicles. To learn more about car donations and their benefits, visit the blog listed below.
Learn more about Car Donation Charities and where you can share your vehicle donations with those in need:
http://donate-car-donation.blogspot.com/ or http://wealthsmith.com/car_donation.htm