Get Your Homeschoolers Involved In The Community

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If you’ve chosen to educate your children at home, you won’t have easy access to clubs and organizations that are often included in traditional school systems. But there are still ways you can stay connected and participate in sports teams, hobby clubs and other activities vital to healthy growth and development. GetAssist is the perfect tool to help you find different activities in the community for your homeschoolers. Here are a few tips to get you started.

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Using Custom Photography to Up Your Business Game

get_assist_custom_photographyHaving a set of professional photos for your business is a great way to get noticed. From online search to social media to local press releases, photos will help get you more attention in the community. Here are some quick tips on how photos can help boost your business.

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Dominate Your To-Do List in 3 Easy Steps

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Whether you’re running a business, raising a family, or just trying to survive this semester, to-do lists are an age-old method for getting organized. But what happens when no matter how hard you try, you just can’t complete the tasks you’ve set for yourself? These tips and tricks helped famous masters of efficiency cross off their to-do lists. Chances are they’ll work for you, too.

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6 Signs You Need a Dog Trainer (And How to Find One)

get_assist_dog_trainingGetting a pet is an exciting time in life, filled with fuzzy cuddles, wet noses and ?? But it’s also a time when potty accidents and chewed up sofas are “cute.” Believe us, this honeymoon stage doesn’t last long. Training your new pet should start the moment they become part of your family. Here are six signs you need to bring in a professional to help with your pet’s training.

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4 Services You Didn’t Know You Needed for Your Wedding

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They say it takes a community to host a wedding. Alright, maybe they don’t say that, but they should. Of course there’s the DJ, caterer and cake baker. There’s also the photographer, florist and hair stylist. Oh and don’t forget the officiant, venue manager and honeymoon travel agent. These service providers are all no-brainers, but there are still some you may not even know you wanted or needed to hire. These four service providers can make your big day that much more special.

Use Social Media to Meet Your Most Profitable Audiences

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If you’re launching a business today, you’re probably keeping a close eye on best practices for social media. Using an online channel like GetAssist provides great ways to connect with potential customers and join conversations related to your business or industry.

Social media also provides an opportunity for a little face time with your customers— which means it’s a great place to be proactive and engage people. In fact, a 2013 survey found that “43 percent of customers are likely to recommend a product or service to others when that brand responds in a timely manner on social media outlets.”

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From Old to Sold: 5 Must-Know Yard Sale Tips From a Pro

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So you’re done spring cleaning, and you really went for it this year. You’ve now got a garage full of boxes and things just waiting to go to their new home. It’s yard sale time! Greg Farr, owner of Antique Plaza in Mesa, Arizona, has spent the last 25 years hopping from yard sale to yard sale looking for his next great treasure. Over that time, he’s unearthed more than a few helpful tips that will make any yard sale a smashing success.

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The Rise of Skills-Based Volunteering

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Many nonprofits operate on a shoestring budget and don’t have the in-house resources that large companies can afford. This is great news for you as a volunteer, because it means you’re able to offer more than your time to your favorite causes—you can offer your unique talents, expertise and skills.

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HOA of the Future

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You’ve heard them before—HOA horror stories that scare the living daylights out of you. From unheard of special assessment fees to paid parking spaces for compact cars only to common facilities being foreclosed on, HOA living isn’t always what homeowners expect it to be. The most common complaint of HOA living in North America? Communication. Harmonious co-existence is important in any community, but especially within an HOA-managed one. How an HOA decides to communicate with their residents is crucial in today’s real estate market. Here are four ways to revamp an HOA with minimal effort.

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4 Tips for Finding Liked-Minded People In Your Community

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Are you new to the community? Then you’re probably looking for a way to meet your neighbors, get involved and make some friends! Unfortunately, accomplishing this might not be as easy as you would hope. But with a little effort, you can find friends in your community in no time! Here are four tips to get you started.

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