By Pete Kane Consultant January 30, 2015
We had the pleasure of using @Smartbox for my her daughter apartment move. We had a one week gap from the time she was moving from @PostBrookhaven to a house in the Atlanta area. It was so nice that we didn't have to rent a truck. @Smartbox was very affordable and provide us with a small unit to accomplish a one bedroom plus kitchen table and chairs move. What I liked about @smartbox was I didn't have to rent a big @POD but one that would fit the needs of a small apartment. They delivered on time and picked up on time. It was a smooth and easy process. The way the @SmartBox opened give us more room at the top and we packed it to the top and used every inch of space. I will use them again. 😃 ...read more
By sandiw December 03, 2014
The manager Frank C. lied when we rented the unit. He said we would get 2 months free. We rented it in September partial month. So he said October and November would be our free months. We only got October free. We weren't told that you have to give a 5 day written notice to move out. If you don't pay on the 1st he locks you out of the unit. Today is the 3rd I tried to move my things out and they told me I have to pay a full months rent. I have rented a lot of storage units through the years and this is the first time giving written notice and paying a full month. This is a ripoff. I wouldn't suggest this storage facility to anyone. Money is too tight right now for dishonest people. I'm going to see if I can have them investigated. ...read more
By Luke4321 May 27, 2014
Ms. Kay was so helpful the other day when I finally made the decision to move home. She took me through the process very easily and clearly. I have had at least 3 friends that have used the services of this particular Public Storage and they too are please. Thank you Ms. Kay for helping me make an entirely new aspect of my life very easy to do and set up. Thank you so much. Luke ...read more
Junk Genius provides trash removal in Marietta, Georgia including full service residential and commercial service. Our knowledgeable staff features courteous, no pressure customer service. We are fully insured and have same day service available. Our quote are given in advance with prices and options without hidden charges (ie. labor, insurance, fuel or dump fees). After we set a firm appointment, our uniformed technician will arrive on time, since we feel your time is valuable to us. We meet your schedule and we give you a set time of arrival (no 2- 4 hour windows here). We complete the removal project quickly and sweep up any remaining debris before departing. We recycle what can be recycled, work with local charities to donate what can be donated and limit what goes to the landfill. We work hard to quickly and affordably rid them of unwanted and troublesome junk and trash. Our service is perfect for storage unit and rental property cleaning out or spring cleaning. Serving the Greater Atlanta Metro Area. ...read more
By Junk Genius March 24, 2013
The IRS has just announced it increased the standard mileage ratefor qualified business drivers for the second half of 2011. The adjustment reflects rising costs at the gas pumps this year. It is accompanied by a hike in the standard mileage rate for medical and job-related moving expenses. (IRS Announcement 2011-40) Do You Qualify for the Standard Mileage Rate? The standard mileage rate deduction is available to most taxpayers. However, it can’t be used if you: Operate cars for hire (such as taxis and limos);Use five or more cars at a time (such as fleet operations);Have claimed an accelerated depreciation deduction for the vehicle in the past;Have taken a Section 179 deduction for the vehicle in the past;Have claimed actual expenses after 1997 for a vehicle that is leased; orAre a rural mail carrier who has received a qualified reimbursement. Background: If you use a vehicle for business driving, you can generally deduct the actual expenses attributable to your business use. This includes expenses such as gas, oil, tires, insurance, repairs, licenses and vehicle registration fees. In addition, you may claim a depreciation allowance for the vehicle, based on the percentage of business use. However, annual write-offs are subject to so-called “luxury car” limits, indexed annually. For instance, the maximum first-year deduction allowed for a passenger car placed in service in 2011 is $11,060. (The usual $3,060 deduction is increased by $8,000 due to the “bonus depreciation” tax break under the 2010 Tax Relief Act.) Therefore, if a taxpayer uses his or her car 90 percent for business in 2011, the deduction is limited to $9,954 (90 percent of $11,060). But keeping track of every last vehicle-rated expense can be hard work. Another option: Instead of deducting your actual expenses, you may be able to use an IRS-approved short-cut (see right-hand box for qualification rules). With the standard mileage deduction, you don’t have to account for all your actual expenses, although you still must record the mileage for each business trip, the date, the destinations, the names and relationships of the business parties and the business purpose of the travel. The rate is adjusted annually by the IRS. Initially, the IRS established a rate of 51 cents a business mile for 2011 (up just 1 cent from 50 cents a mile in 2010). But higher gas prices spurred calls for a mid-year adjustment. There was some precedent for this action: The standard mileage rate was increased for the last six months of 2008 after gas prices soared. Now, the IRS has announced that the standard rate will increase to 55.5 cents a mile — a jump of 4.5 cents a mile — effective July 1, 2011. Contact your CPA for details ...read more
By Southeastern Business Intermediaries, LLC July 05, 2011
10 BORROWER MISTAKES TO GETTING THAT COMMERCIAL OR BUSINESS LOAN</strong>1. Not knowing your credit rating. Before you apply for a loan, you need to know where you stand. Get copies of your credit scores from the three major credit bureaus so you will know if you're likely to get the loan approved.2 Not reading the terms carefully before signing. You should also ask questions about anything you do not fully understand3 Not locking in a rate. Interest rates change. If you think you've found a good rate, lock it in before it goes up. 4 Not explaining what the loan is for. When applying for a business loan, you need to indicate how the money will be used. Lenders want to see that you know exactly what your needs are and how this loan will meet those needs.5 Making major changes. You do not want to make significant personnel or other changes to your ongoing business structure before applying for a business loan. Lenders want to be able to see stability in how you do business and with whom.6 Applying only to the most convenient lender7 Not having your finances up-to-date. You shouldn't apply without having the proper financial documentation. Make sure financials are up-to-date.8 Failing to have some equity in the project. Not unlike a down payment having equity in a business project significantly enhances your chances of securing a business loan. 9 Having no collateral. You need to provide some collateral, should there be a default in payment.10 Not having a business plan. A business plan is essential for a lender to see your goals and specifically, how you intend to reach them. You must include all applicable supporting data, including financials. I you need help from $1M to $40M financing let us know. ...read more
By Southeastern Business Intermediaries, LLC June 11, 2011
A storage shed provides a place to store tools and landscaping supplies. There are manufactured sheds available from most home improvement stores that can be assembled within hours, or you can purchase all of the materials to build your own design. ...read more
Storage unit businesses are increasing all around the world. There are many situations where putting items into traditional storage or temperature controlled storage is necessary. Items can be kept save for a few months, or even several years. Here are a few tips on how to value personal storage. ...read more