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A Search for Boca Raton Attorneys?

September 15, 2011 — Mrs. Mecomber

Gosh, you can find just about EVERYTHING on the Internet now. Even Boca Raton attorneys!! How often do you go looking for that everyday, huh?

Actually, I’m so “hooked” on the web now that I go straight to the computer when I am looking for everything. One of my jobs is searching for information on the Internet, and writing articles about things. The caveat to online companies, such as law firms, is that anyone can build a website and pretend to be something they are not. Finding an attorney to represent you, for example, is a highly sensitive and personal quest. How on earth do you know you’ve found the right one? Well, I’m glad you asked!

1. Check the website for contact information. Any firm worth their weight in salt will post the names of their attorneys, telephone numbers, and physical address. Some may post an email address, but some may decline because of the problem with email spam these days.

2. Look for accreditation. If an attorney is on the Florida Bar or some other bar, they will broadcast it. Check credentials. Get references.

3. Do a background search. Type in the law firm’s name and see what comes up. Of course, realize that there will always be disgruntled clients wherever you go. Weigh any criticism and shining reviews.

4. Find a firm that covers a variety of litigation types. Specialists cost more money, but you can more adequately build a relationship with a firm that covers a wider spectrum of cases, in case you need something covered in the future.

5. Get testimonies of past or present clients. Many times, the firm will post testimonies of satisfied customers on the website. If you can, obtain a list of references of clients that you can call. Ask the customers of they were happy with the service they received.

Beware of the fly-by-night businesses. I have seen a number of them online. Its too bad that all they have to do is set up a slick website to dupe people… but do your legwork!

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Stop the Junk Mail

March 28, 2011 — Mrs. Mecomber

Spring is here! You know what that means! Birds are coming back, grass is starting to grow, and the mailbox is glutted with catalogs and credit card offers from everyone under the sun. UGH.

Well, here’s a good website to visit that shows us how to stop junk mail. Catalog Choice started up in 2007 to help folks manage the massive mounds of mail clogging their home mailboxes. Please be aware that Catalog Choice helps you manage REAL mail– physical mail that fills your mailbox on the curb– and not webmail or email.

You can sign up for free and choose to opt out of individual companies on a list. You can also join Catalog Choice’s premium Unlisting Service for $20 a year. Catalog Choice will work as your “agent” to erase your address from all the marketing lists. Believe me, getting off the marketing lists is a LOT of work.

Catalog Choice has a nicely organized website where you can learn more about managing your “snail mail.” There’s a very good FAQ page, and even a blog with information about the service and tips about how to manage mail and other goodies. Catalog Choice is even working with communities to provide a “mail preference service” for city residents. It includes (so far): In Chicago, IL; Berkeley, California; Tompkins County (including the city of Ithaca), New York; Marion County (including Salem), Oregon; and Kansas City, Missouri. Pretty neat!

Check out the site. This may be your ticket to limiting the massive amounts of junk filling your mailbox.

Posted in business services, free stuff, office utilities. Tags: business services, snail mail. 1 Comment »

Learning About the Magic Jack Gadget

September 19, 2010 — Mrs. Mecomber

Sheesh, HOW many years have I puttered around with making a decision?? I’m still very undecided. I’m talking about the Magic Jack device. Actually, I’m generally talking about Voip (voice over Internet protocol). Yes, I am still at the mercy of my local telephone company– I still have the landline. And what an expensive venture it is! WHY oh why is phone service so expensive? And if we used it more often, it might even be somewhat worth it. But 85% of our telephone calls are either solicitations, wrong numbers, or calls for the people who had the number before we got it. It’s INSANE. The phone rings all day long, and it’s almost never for us! It’s getting to be quite the aggravation. I’m looking around at options.

I heard about the Magic Jack about a year ago now. I read very mixed reviews; some people said it worked well, others said their service was spotty. Either way, it’s very inexpensive. There’s a site called “Magic Jack Numbers” that seems to be devoting itself to everything you wanted to know about Magic Jack. I’ve been poring through the articles. I really haven’t found a whole lot of information about it– SOLID information, not sensational hype. I really don’t care if the device is “as seen on TV!” I want to know how it works, what the software looks like, about magic jack numbers, etc. I would really like to change my phone number to get rid of all the wrong and annoying calls; looks like I can with the numbers. I like the testimonies on the site– they are simple and very well-written. They also include screenshots of the Magic Jack software, and give a good idea of what to expect for the install process. I’d like to see even more articles added, such as a tutorial or video, or tips or whatever. You can also get phone service through the computer with the Magic Jack, too. Hmmm!

Anyway, if you have been wondering about the Magic Jack, check out the site. If you have a Magic Jack, please leave a comment! I’d like to know more about the device. Voip is becoming a very stiff competition for landline service (deservedly so, in my opinion), so I’m thinking of getting my feet wet very soon. I’ll have reviews to come. In the meantime, check the site or let me know your opinions.

Posted in computers, gadgets, technology. Tags: business services, phones, VOIP. 1 Comment »

Code My Concept: Providing the Nuts and Bolts of Beautiful Web Design

September 14, 2010 — Mrs. Mecomber

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of CodeMyConcept. All opinions are 100% mine.

When it comes to your website, be it for business or pleasure, you really do want it to be all YOU. In the SEO world, we call this “branding.” That’s a rather chilly term for what I like to think of as “your online personality.” Part of your online personality– your “branding”– is web design. I have emphasized for quite a few years the utter importance of a good, functional web design. I’m sure the old “Kubrick” WordPress theme was amazing for its time, but PLEASE. We’ve progressed now!

Web design is NOT easy, this coming from a gal who has tried it and is still learning. I can see the end result in my mind– that beautiful, exquisite opus magnus that creates undulating waves of awesomeness for all my readers… but getting the nuts and bolts together to make it a reality? Not so easy.

I’ve got some good news for you if you are interested in creating a unique design: CodeMyConcept. There’s a very impressive and talented group of people working there! CodeMyConcept crafts your glorious design into code, into a theme for your website. You can install the new theme, or have the CodeMyConcept do it for you.

What I have done is very, very simply described what the team does. Of course, there’s a lot more to it, a lot more this talented team of artists and coders can do. You’ll have to visit the CodeMyConcept website to read more about it. Their website is (obviously) of superior design, and the information is simple and very readable. Go to the website and click the link “Our Work.” It’s exceptional! The prices are not bad at all, definitely within the “branding” budget. And it’s definitely less expensive than hiring an independent designer.

CodeMyConcept guarantees their work, and they specialize in PSD to html service (although, they also do a lot more). I’m really impressed, especially with the prices. I realize I have spent WAY too much on those “premium” themes that everyone else has. :-p Next time I need a design for my websites, I’m checking these guys out.

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Posted in blogs, business services, conversion programs, html coding, web design, websites, Wordpress. Tags: business services, html, web design, web development. Comments Off »

Good Tool For Online Business Owners

August 21, 2010 — Mrs. Mecomber

Got an online business? These days, it’s very easy to start one. Many of my blogging friends have started up small businesses for selling their crafts, such as handbags, soaps, jewelry, and etc. The online market can be quite lucrative for the small business owner! I think it’s terrific that any handy person can start a business from home, and present their products to the world for sale.

However, offering payment options are a little trickier. I, for one, am loath to dole out my credit card number to any Joe Brown from Anytown. I must know that the means through which I order is safe and secure. I think that may be the stickler for many small business owners; they do not know where to begin when it comes to Merchant Processing.

If you are in search of merchant processing services, BluePay is an example of a good provider. They’ve made it very easy to sign up and get going. Some of the features with BluePay:

All credit card types are accepted.
Manage your account online.
Transactions are encrypted and secure.
BluePay is PCI certified.
BluePay is accredited by the better Business Bureau, with a score of A+.

It’s nice to know that online business owners have options. Check out BluePay, see if they are right for you.

This post is brought to you by BluePay. All opinions are mine.

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Webcam and Video Messaging Comes of Age

July 2, 2010 — Mrs. Mecomber

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of faceVsion Technology USA. All opinions are 100% mine.

This is pretty cool. It’s the
FV touchcam N1. I’ve never been very fond of webcams, generally speaking, until I traveled without the kids and husband recently. The webcam became a very important tool– everyone missed the mom while I was away! The webcam helped ease the homesickness. And it also gave the kids the opportunity to look into my “travel” world and see everything around me. I’ve also utilized Skype for a few business and educational exploits, too. So I guess I am slowly making more use of the webcam and “video conferencing” more frequently as my career develops.

Unfortunately, the webcam and the software with it has been horribly slow. Most webcams that are labeled as “high definition” (HD) are pitifully inadequate. The images are blurry, the sounds jerky. The cam I used while traveling stuttered a lot, and the connection was very slow. So when I heard about faceVsion, I was interested.

Basically,the faceVsion TouchCam N1 is a superior, high-quality webcam with touch capabilities and extremely high-definition quality, allowing your webcam video to stream up to 720p. There’s a very good video on the website that showcases the webcam– nice!

The faceVsion webcam has an H.264 hardware encoder built in Touchcam N1, which enables true HD quality. So it’s great for travel and business use. There’s also something called the FV ExpressCombo that offers an express card so you can use the HD webcam even if you have a slower, less-powered CPU computer. Looks nice!

Webcams are not that expensive. If you use them a lot, or need one for business, spend a couple of extra bucks and get something NICE. There’s a faceVision on line store that has more information and products. The faceVsion TouchCam N1 is certified for Skype. It’s an easy, plug-and-play cam small enough for any laptop or desktop or monitor, and big enough in quality to really make you go wow. Cool!