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Few travelers speeding along Interstate 5 near Coalinga realize that those cattle they see in feedlots next to the freeway are actually In-N-Out burgers waiting to be processed. Sure, everyone knows that burgers come from cattle, but did you know In-N-Out burgers come from these cattle?

That’s because the famous California-based burger chain uses the high-quality beef produced by Harris Ranch, which is really much more than a feedlot. Drive on down the interstate a piece and you come to an island of hospitality that features a resort-style inn, four restaurants and various tourist services all operated by Harris Ranch.

Just about equidistant from Los Angeles and San Francisco - three hours each way - The word oasis is apt for Harris Ranch; as you’re driving along the interstate it seems to come up out of nowhere. If you’ve drived north and south along Interstate 5, you know that there are hours of boredom driving through the San Joaquin Valley. A few service station-and-fastfood stops appear, but none like the one at Harris Ranch.

Drive into the parking lot at Harris Ranch and what you might have thought was just another freeway-side motel is actually a resort like you would find in Palm Springs or some other major tourist destination. The Spanish stucco buildings surround a dramatic Olympic-size swimming pool. Add some palm trees and resort-style landscaping and, voila, this becomes much more than an overnight rest on your way down the freeway.

We’ve gone past Harris Ranch many times, but our curiosity - and a need to break up the drive from Northern to Southern California - convinced us it was time to spend the night at the “ranch.” It was a Sunday night and we found the inn filled to much less than capacity. Consequently, we were swimming in that huge pool all by ourselves with only one or two couples poolside at any given time.

Our over-sized room was on the third floor offering a view of the agricultural lands that seem to stretch forever in the San Joaquin Valley. The room was not a motel room - it was a resort-style room with many added amenities and, in fact, enough space to place two reclining chairs near the television. The beds were big, soft and comfy and yet another tell-tale sign was the fluffy resort-style bathrobes. This was proving to be much more than a stop-over; it was a destination all unto itself.

That’s why many California families find Harris Ranch an ideal location to meet up with relatives from the far northern and southern parts of the state. It’s a big state so, depending on where you and your relatives live, you can each eliminate hours of driving and pamper yourself while you visit with each other in a resort setting.

One big benefit of spending time at Harris Ranch is that you can settle in and enjoy one of the best beef dinners you’ll ever experience — with service to match. The Harris Ranch Steakhouse is a spot to rival even the most expensive steakhouses you see in the big cities. When the restaurant owner raises the cattle, the result is unbelievably tender beef cooked to perfection. Even if we don’t have time to spend the night, we will make a point to return to the Steakhouse to sample more cuts of that tasty Harris Ranch beef.

The restaurant operation is indeed a major part of the Harris Ranch operations. According to Restaurants and Institution Magazine, Harris is ranked 57th in the nation among high volume, independently owned restaurants. It’s the 6th highest in California, and it takes 400 employees to maintain all of the various Harris Ranch businesses.

The Harris Ranch story began long ago. The present owner is John Harris, whose father and grandfather were also farmers. In 1937, John’s father moved farming operations to the San Joaquin Valley. When his father, Jack, died in 1981, John took over what was still a relatively small operation and turned it into a mult-million dollar enterprise that now includes seven different businesses that range from beef processing to raising 35 different farm commodities - everything from fruit to nuts. Harris even finds time to indulge his passion, raising thoroughbred horses.

At the heart of it all is the beef operation which, at any given time, can have between 60,000 and 120,000 cattle in the feedlots or being processed at a nearby facility. Harris Ranch USDA Choice natural beef is distributed throughout the country and is sold to major chains such as Costco, Albertson’s, Safeway and, yes, In-N-Out. Another good reason to stop at Harris Ranch is that visitors can buy steaks to take or ship home - they come in ice packs to keep cold.

The restaurant began back in 1977, targeting nothing more than the local farmers who would come in and have coffee or a meal now and then. Because of its convenient location on Interstate 5, the restaurant became popular with travelers looking for a rest from a long drive. The 150-room inn was built in 1987 with the idea that the accommodations should be first-rate, but still casual. There’s no valet parking, for example, but the lobby driveway looks just like one that would have valets. The rooms were designed by John Harris’s wife, Carole, who included such features as Ralph Lauren fabrics for curtains and bedspreads.

The Harris Ranch complex today is like a mini-shopping center with shops that offer unique gifts and collectibles, spices and other goods. The bakery is a favorite for travelers who want to take home fresh-baked items all made from scratch. And of course there are the usual traveler services such as the gas station and Subway sandwich shop, and the not-so-usual facilities such as the Harris Ranch airport.

It all combines to make Harris Ranch much more than a beef processor, much more than a farming company, much more than a roadside inn or a restaurant. This little patch of ground along the freeway really is a small city and travel destination all its own - and home to millions of future In-N-Out burgers.

AT A GLANCE

WHERE: Harris Ranch is about 200 miles north of Los Angeles and 200 miles south of San Francisco on Interstate 5.

WHAT: Not just a rest stop for weary travelers, Harris Ranch has grown into a resort community with restaurants, shops and other services. The well-manicured grounds even attract many couples who decide to book the ranch for their wedding functions.

WHEN: Year-round, with blue-sky weather in the summer, a little cooler with some potential fog in the winter.

WHY: Harris Ranch is the perfect spot to break up a drive between Northern and Southern California. Sample the Steakhouse Restaurant and you’ll see that Ruth’s Chris and other famous steakhouses have nothing over the sizzling beef at this out-of-the-way restaurant. The inn is on a par with many resort-area properties.

HOW: For more information, call 800-942-2333 or visit harrisranch.com.

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Better business cards start with a change in thinking about what a business card is. Yes, it has your name and contact information, but why can’t it be more? Why can’t it do more to promote your business?

Make it Stickier We know about sticky Websites: sites with useful information that make you want to go back again and again. Well, do the same thing with your business card on a smaller scale.

Back of the Card The back of your business card is perfect for adding value. Add something that would be useful to people who get your card. Make it something they’ll want to hold on to.

1. Restaurant owners: Add a tipping chart on the back of your card.

2. Hard-to-find business: Add a small map with directions.

3. Have a big event coming up? Add a calendar or reminder.

4. Real estate agents: Add a measurements chart.

5. Add a kitchen tip or tool and turn your card into a refrigerator magnet.

Itty-Bitty Brochures Expand your business card into an Itty-Bitty Brochure by making it a folded or even tri-folded card. This lets you tell the benefits your business offers or expand the ideas from above.

1. Give more details of an upcoming event along with the reminder.

2. Artists: Let your business card unfold a mini gallery of your work.

3. Restaurants: How about a mini menu in addition to that tipping chart.

4. Tell a story or give a testimonial. Add a photograph.

5. Provide a bit of advice, a how-to tip, or a top 10 list.

What not to do … I’m not the first person to suggest expanding the use of a business card. There are plenty of people already doing this. But not every one of them works to its fullest potential.

And remember. Before you try to squeeze everything including your shoe size onto the 7 square inches of space on a business card: a single, clear, brief message will make more impact and be remembered longer.

1. Do not make a boring list of services. You’re bound to leave something off the list, and once you’ve listed what you do, people will assume that is everything you do. Instead give examples of great work you’ve done, testimonials, or discuss customer benefits.

2. No ego walls. Any important title or designation belongs with your name, but keep it brief.

3. Do not try to squeeze a full size brochure into an Itty-Bitty Brochure. Brevity is a key factor. Be aware that it is often more difficult to write short than to write long.

4. A calendar or reminder can be a great idea if you send out lots of cards; but, if those cards last beyond the calendar or reminder date, they’re just wasted.

5. Do not lose focus. Keep the message simple and useful.

These are just a few ideas of how to make your business card work harder for your business. I’m sure you can think of many more ways to add value and make your card sticky. For more small business marketing, advertising, and Website design tips and advice, visit http://www.pinscreative.com or read our Ballyhoo Blog: http://pinscreative.blogspot.com/

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The portmanteau name of camcorder comes from the two words that describe it the best that is `camera` and `recorder`. It is a device that records audio as well as video images and saves it in its storage device.

Camcorders that initially used analog video tapes were earlier used for broadcasting of television images. They were huge in size, and had to be carried around on trolleys. However, as technology advanced, camcorders that could record digital videos started flooding the market, and soon by the 1990`s they were so small and convenient to use, that almost every home demanded one of these devices.

Camcorders consist mainly of three components: the lens of the camera, the imager and the recorder.

The lens is the `light path` of the camera that consists of a number of adjustments to allow the user to capture pictures and videos exactly as desired. These adjustments include parts like aperture (that allows one to control and adjust the light), the zoom function (that is used to adjust the field-view area covered by the lens), and the shutter speed (that helps capture any form of continuous motion).

The image, that could be called the camcorders `eye`, is used for housing the photosensitive devices. This is where electronic video-signal is developed from the light captured, in quite a complex electronic process.

The last section, that is the recorder, provides a number of signal-processing functions that help in copying the captured and developed video signals on the desired recording mediums (like the magnetic videotapes).

Camcorders operate on electricity and these days, most commonly they depend on rechargeable batteries. Therefore it is a must that you select your camcorder batteries well, and carefully, since they are going to be with you for a long time.

Camcorders come with a variety of features, some of the latest as well as the most popular additions being the flat LCD camcorder screens. Screens that can be rotated about 290 degrees along the vertical line, and horizontally about 90 degrees are also very popular among buyers, since they make video recording a luxury.

These days camcorders can be seen being used almost everywhere. Be it the electronic media that practically depends on this device, or the low budget TV shows that need clarity of images and sounds, in the most reasonable prices, or the political protestors who need to film images to prove things to the world, or the happy parents who wish to capture their newborn`s tantrums and feel proud.Camcorders are just everywhere!

Camcorders come with various price tags (starting form just about a few hundred dollars to over a thousand dollars), depending on the features on the device, the clarity of sound and images provided, the company manufacturing it, etc. Much of it also depends on factors like the format used by them (like the digital format or the analog format that are extremely popular).

However, regardless of the technology these devices may be using or how sophisticated its features may appear to be, camcorders are very user friendly and can be used by anyone. One of the most popular and user friendly applications of camcorder can be found in cell phones where camcorders are incorporated so extensively. However camcorders that are included in cell phones do not provide pictures as clear as the pictures provided by the camcorders.

Needless to say, camcorders have surely come a long way since it was first introduced in the market, and judging by the rate of its growing popularity, it can be safely said that these devices are here to stay for a long time and continue to develop and grow. Camcorders surely have a long way to go!

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Calcium in our body is mostly used up by the bones to reduce the rate of bone loss and other conditions associated with weak or fragile bones. In the presence of vitamin D and phosphorus, calcium absorption rate is increased and all these nutrients together help in proper growth and development of muscles. Let’s find out more on what is calcium used for in the body.

Calcium deficiency may cause osteoporosis or bone disease in old age. In osteoporosis, bones become so fragile that they start breaking one after the other and not many people are cured of this degenerative disease. In addition to bones, calcium is also needed by teeth, hair and nails to become stronger and healthier. Yellowness of teeth is often seen as an early sign of calcium deficiency.

To find out what is calcium used for in the body we need to look at the diseases caused by calcium deficiency. The most common conditions are muscle cramps, joint pain, fatigue, kidney stones, depression, PMS, gallstones, colon cancer and many degenerative diseases including Alzheimer’s disease. In order to reduce chances of developing these diseases, it is strongly recommended that you start consuming calcium-rich supplements on a regular basis.

Many kinds of supplement products are available today. The best have been found to be the ones containing coral calcium and some other minerals as well as vitamins to ensure proper absorption. Coral calcium is a variant on calcium carbonate as it also contains some traces of minerals like magnesium, potassium and sodium. It is good for health because according to a research done at some Japanese university, coral calcium has a better absorption rate than normal calcium.

Calcium is very important for pregnant and lactating women. However, they should consult their doctor before taking any kind of high potency nutritional supplement. It is important to know what is calcium used for in the body before starting the course of any calcium-rich supplement. You need to know that abnormally low levels as well as high levels of calcium in the body are dangerous for health.

Health specialists advise taking calcium-rich tablets right after meals because calcium is actively involved in reducing acidity in the stomach. If you are using calcium citrate tablets you may consume them before or after meals depending on your acidity condition. Calcium citrate is readily absorbed in the bloodstream, and therefore is not associated with reducing acidity.

For optimal bone health, we have been using a special natural calcium formula and for good reason, this formula is known as Bone Protect. We have personally been using this formula for over 3 years with excellent health results.

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Adequate amounts of calcium in our diet bring many long-term health benefits. Calcium is important for proper growth and development of the skeletal system and it is also required by the blood to carry out various functions of the body. Other health benefits of calcium include fighting against many degenerative diseases and assisting in weight loss.

Degenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease, osteoporosis, colon cancer and Parkinson’s disease occur mainly due to calcium deficiency. Women over the age of 40 are at a higher risk of developing bone disease than other people. This is because they are seriously calcium deficient at this age and if they don’t control this deficiency by using calcium supplements, many serious complications can occur.

Assisting in weight loss is one the most prominent health benefits of calcium. The Majority of people living around the world are not aware of this fact. Recently, it has been discovered that calcium orotate and other compounds not only help in proper digestion of food but they also serve to suppress the appetite for longer durations of time. As a result of this suppression, many people manage to lose weight in just about weeks.

Calcium tablets and liquid calcium supplements help in overcoming signs and symptoms of calcium deficiency. These signs include brittle nails, yellow teeth, weak and falling hair, frequent muscle cramps, headaches, joint pains, constant fatigue, depression and sleeplessness. One of the health benefits of calcium is to make these symptoms go away and help in developing a stronger immune system.

Calcium is also needed for proper nerve transmission and development of the nervous system. This is because people who are calcium deficient tend to experience many psychological problems including memory loss and insomnia. These conditions can be treated by using high-quality calcium supplements to overcome calcium deficiency.

People of all ages can use calcium tablets 2 to 3 times a day. They are made with totally natural and pure substances. Because of this reason, they don’t cause any side effects or other complications.

Doctors recommend buying calcium carbonate or coral calcium supplements because this compound is easily absorbed by the bloodstream in the presence of stomach acid. Consequently it reduces stomach acidity and helps in proper digestion of food. Pregnant and lactating women should consult their doctor before consuming any kind of dietary supplements.

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The demand for all inclusive California vacations is on the increase as they are perfect for a quick getaway. It is one of the most popular options available to travelers in California. They take care of a wide assortment of vacation needs at an all-inclusive price. It is Ideal for travelers looking for fun and entertainment all in one package. All inclusive California vacations are package deals that include everything to make your vacation truly memorable. With these packages, the traveler can save money and time.

The facilities covered in the all inclusive California vacations vary greatly, it depends on the rates offered by tour operators and resorts. Most all inclusive California vacations include transfers from the airport, comfortable accommodations, all meals and snacks, all beverages with or without alcohol, all hotel taxes and tips, entertainment, and recreational opportunities.

Certain all inclusive California vacation packages cover night entertainments, land sports, and non-motorized water sports.

There are many tour operators and travel agents in California who provide assistance in planning an all inclusive vacation. The cost of all inclusive California vacation packages depends on the range of facilities offered in the package. Normally it must include the hotel room or bungalow, meals, and transportation to various places and other basic activities. So, prior to signing an all inclusive vacation package, it is necessary to compare the different packages offered by tour operators. Make sure to take advantage of all discounts that are offered in the vacation package.

Balboa Bay Club and Resort, Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite, Granlibakken at Lake Tahoe, the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn, and Warner Springs Ranch are some of the all inclusive vacation resorts in California.

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Tax deferrals a key advantage of cs, but a popular misconception about cs is it is just used for tax deferral, it does not reduce taxes. The tax deferral and the question of tax reduction is poorly understood by both sophisticated real estate investors and tax professionals. The consequences of this misinformation is unfortunate because many property investors forgo tax deductions, which would lead to tax deductions and equipment tax deferral.
It generates both income taxpostponement and reduction of income tax. Deferral of income tax is in force for more depreciation is taken in the early years of ownership. Reducing the tax on income earned over the income is taxed at capital gains (up 15% compared to the standard rate income tax to 35%). Late tax deferral in payment of taxes until a future date.

The mechanics of deferred tax calculations and tax cuts are simple but not very intuitive. Many accountantsprofessionals believe that the advantage is that the tax deferral until they consider the mechanical or recognition of gain on sale. Tax deferral is not the only advantage to be realized.

The following example illustrates the mechanism of recognition of gain on sale and the tax deferral and tax deduction benefits from a study of segregation costs.

John bought property five years ago. Accumulated depreciation in the property was $ 600,000 based on the results of a costsegregation study. Accumulated depreciation would have been $ 400,000 without the study of segregation costs.

The study of segregation costs identifies five, seven, and 15 properties a year in over 39 years and ownership of land. Specialist statement of John deals with the requirement of five, seven, and 15 properties a year at the time of sale. They agree on the property value of short-lived (five, seven and 15 years) is the same as the basis of amortized cost. Therefore, the tax rate for the additional$ 200,000 for depreciation is the rate of capital gains.

During each year of ownership, John received an additional $ 40,000 of depreciation as a result of the study of segregation costs. This further depreciation rate reduces taxes on federal income $ 14,000 per year ($ 40,000 X 35%) and $ 70,000 over five years. On the sale of property, capital gains is increased by $ 30,000 ($ 200,000 x 15%). The net tax savings is $ 40,000 ($ 70,000 - $ 30,000).

Cost segregation provides both taxreduction and tax deferral.

Cost segregation produces tax deductions and reduces federal income taxes across the country and in every market size. Here are some examples of where cost segregation generates meaningful tax deductions.

City:
Orlando, FL
New York, NY
Houston, TX
San Francisco, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Boston, MA
Atlanta, GA
New Orleans, LA
Miami, FL
Bridgeport, CT
Portland, OR
Stockton, CA
Santa Rosa, CA
Little Rock, AR
Charlotte, NC
Palm Bay, FL
Austin, TX
Boise, ID
Durham, NC
Providence, RI
Baton Rouge, LA
Detroit, MI
Wichita, KS
Omaha, NE
San Jose, CA
Oxnard, CA
Greenville, SC
Lancaster, PA
Poughkeepsie, NY
Nashville, TN

Cost segregation produces tax deductions for virtually all property types.

Property Type:
Warehouse
Apartments
Motel
Discount Store
Country Club
Strip shopping center
Many cars
Department store
Truck Stop
Self-storage

Almost all industries, including the following, can generate cost-efficient tax deductions by using cost segregation.

Industry:
Warehousing and storage
Non-durable good wholesalers
Electronics stores and
Fabricated metal products
Manufacture of electrical components
Textile product mills
Printactivities
Truck transportation
Distributors of automotive parts
Chemical Manufacturing

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Reminiscing about the good ole days of childhood brings back so many memories. Playing ball in the park, staying up late at a friend or even family travel come to mind. There are just a few days, I had the chance to think about my childhood when it seemed that the days are less frantic. One memory in particular that put a smile on my face was thinking about when my friends and I would like to choose our favorite candies from the local bank.

Modern day candy, do not just feelidentical. There is something of the old candy that makes me smile. Sweets today is no match for people like: Teaberry gum, Necco wafers, Boston Baked Beans, root beer barrels, or Abba Zaba. Each of these delicious sweets brings associations of childhood memories differently. As many of these candies are not sold in stores it got me thinking, what are some fun ways to celebrate these retro favorite Candy?

An idea that comes to mind was to order a bunch ofOld time candy of the Internet and organize a party with a nostalgic theme. One approach might be to send invitations that have a classic look to encourage guests to dress according to the decade they were born in. Then you can surprise them and create appropriate settings and music, but more importantly, the display of some creative way the nostalgic candy you ordered. Not only candies used to decorate fine, but it’s the perfect conversation piece. When customers noticesome candy they have not had in years, they will get a taste. Everyone is certainly having a history of their favorite childhood memory of candy.

Another way to celebrate with nostalgic candy is sending as a gift. There are sites which sell candy nostalgic in itself or as a group that is carefully packed in a gift box. What better way to send a thank you note to a friend or someone else. Once I got a bunch of retro candy as a business gift. We were fifteendifferent kinds of candy to the former that I had not seen in years. The fun part is sampling each candy and reminiscing with my family about these moments as a kid. Who would not like to get some of their favorite old time by mail?

One of my friends used to candy the old to the birthday of their child and it was a hit! It is logical, we like candy old time, not only for the memories, but because it tastes good too. Children today still get excited about gum cigarettes, circus peanuts,gold mine gum, candy or even rock. You can use nostalgic candy as a reward for party guests or create a game and distribute sweets as prizes. I also heard of parents putting their old time favorite candy in the bottom of their children at Christmas. To their surprise, the kids loved it and said something like: “Why have we not as cool candy today?”

These are just some of many ideas to bring back some old favorite candy. Whatever your preference for the oldCandy shaped it is certainly a funny story that goes with it. That’s why we all love sweets so retro, it’s fun! More than just eating candy, nostalgic candy offers stories and fun with friends, children, neighbors or coworkers. Give it a try and expect a real big smile!

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