Organizing Part Two: How Long To Keep Files

March 8th, 2010 · 3 Comments · Blogging Support, Work At Home Support

Getting ready to get organized was part of my first post where I share tips on where to start. One thing I struggle with in regards to organization is how long to keep items on file. For example, I don’t even know how long you are suppose to keep your Tax Paperwork, I thought three years, but I honestly have every year I have ever filed on hand. I took some time to look up the rules behind how long you should keep records on file to assist you in your organizational efforts, since part of being organized is clearing up the clutter. I used to keep my car insurance premium payments on file for years and then I realized I pay the premium from my checking account so really all I need to have on file is the actual insurance policy not all the premium payment receipts! That cleared up a nice amount of space in my file box!

  • IRS Tax Filing – the IRS has three years from the date you filed your return to audit you so it’s a good idea to keep not only a file with your tax filings for at least three years but also to keep your proof of wages, such as a pay-stub for the complete year until you have filed the return with the IRS.  Based on my research it appears keeping your tax returns for at least 7 years is best.
  • Bank Information, Utility Payments & Similar – Keep each for one month. Make sure your bank information has been balanced each month and toss the paperwork once you have reconciled your account. Next be sure any sales receipts you have are tossed after the refund time, which is usually 30 days but can be longer. Also utility statements can be kept for one month along with Debit & Credit card receipts for non-major purchases.
  • House Deeds, Vehicle Records, Birth Certificates & Similar – keep on file forever and if possible keep these type of important documents in a fire proof lock box or safe.

So what do you keep on file? How long to keep those items on file for? I would love to hear your tips and what you have learned through out the years of your life.

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Tufenkian Carpets Portland, Oregon Sale

March 7th, 2010 · No Comments · Miscellaneous

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I am writing today to share a sale with my Portland, Oregon area readers! Tufenkian Carpets is having an area rug sale from March 5th through March 14th in the Pearl District of Portland! You can save up to 70% off most carpets and the great news is that if you register online you will save an additional 10% off your rug!

I don’t know exactly how many of you are in this area, but the rugs look amazing! I am addicted to area rugs, think they are so awesome! I know that saving up to 80% off an area rug is certainly well worth checking this sale out. It ends on March 14th, so you still have a few days to get there and check out the sale.  Have you ever bought an area rug? What are your favorite colors for an area rug?

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The Job of Baby Proofing

March 7th, 2010 · No Comments · Miscellaneous

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One thing I have struggled with as a parent to two boys is the ability to child proof the home. It seems that no matter how hard I try the boys, even Baby K at age 18 months, are able to get into everything I try to child proof! My daughter never really got into anything but I lived in a very child friendly subsidized housing condo type unit where there was very little for her to get into. As a mother of three I have since bought a house and although it’s child safe, the boys still attempt to get into everything they possibly can.

After talking to my Dad this weekend, I have decided that every day I have my children I will be setting my alarm clock to get up at 5am so that I am awake and ready for the day before they get a chance to get out of bed. It seems Mister AJ who is 3 and a half has decided to get out of bed before me and never wakes me up, which obviously is not very safe having him roam the house alone. So now my new weekly plan is to be out of bed and make sure I am awake before them or sleep on the couch so that I am in the middle of the house and will be woken up when Mister AJ sneaks over his baby gate.

I wanted to share my story because I heard about a company that offers products every parent needs and they are called Kidsafeinc.com.

KidSafe offers the largest online selection of quality baby proofing products and child safety tips. Child proof your home or office with the best products avaialble from Safety 1st, KidCo, Evenflo, Mommy’s Helper and more. We have Baby Gates, Child Safety Locks, Corner Cushions, Outlet Covers, TV Guards, Door Locks, Appliance Locks, Window Guards and much more. We write about child safety issues on our KidSafe Blog. You can also follow KidSafe updates on Facebook, Twitter and You Tube.

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Tropicana Juicy Insider Ambassador

March 7th, 2010 · 4 Comments · Juicy Rewards

JuicyInsider125x1251 Tropicana Juicy Insider AmbassadorI am proud to announce I am a Tropicana Juicy Insider Ambassador through Mom Central. I am an avid fan of Orange Juice and feel that drinking it is what keeps me from getting completely sick like the kids do every year!

Tropicana Orange Juice is very delicious and they have a new program called Juicy Rewards where you enter the code found on your Tropicana container. Simply enter the code into the Juicy Rewards site and redeem points to protect our Earth by sending points to save the rainforest or receive special discounts on admissions to places. It’s a free program and if you already buy Tropicana Orange Juice then why not use the codes to get free stuff and help donate points to a good cause!

As an Tropicana Juicy Insider Ambassador I will be sharing my points, and information with you two times a month through May 2010. I hope you will sign up and share this with your friends and family as well.

Disclosure: I wrote this review while participating in the Tropicana Juicy Insiders Ambassador program by Mom Central on behalf of Tropicana. I received 12 free Juicy Rewards points and a $50 Visa gift card to use in redemption of the points and to facilitate my review.

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Searching for a Job Virtually

March 7th, 2010 · No Comments · Miscellaneous

As a virtual assistant I know how easy it is to succeed from working from home, however, what if you are out of a job and looking for that perfect job but locally it is hard to get out there and file applications? There are many online places you can go and register to start searching for the right job that offer career advice and help you to find a job faster!

I personally love working from home but that is not to say that I still don’t want to have assistance with career advancement options, because training and step by step tutorials can help me be a better personal assistant virtually to my clients. Just as this service would assist the person looking for work outside of the home.

Today we are in a position where so many are losing their jobs and having to live on less money than normal while the cost of goods are rising. Those who are not making the money they need in their current position may be looking for a career change and there are many places online that will assist you in getting the tools and knowledge needed to acquire the skills to get into a new career path. I wish you much success in getting the training and knowledge to make it in this high price world we are living in!


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SouthLAnd & Symptom Pak Winners

March 6th, 2010 · No Comments · giveaways

Sorry for the delay in getting winners announced, please let me know if you won something in February and haven’t received the item or heard from me yet!

Symptom Pak Winner:

Lucky number 3 won who is Julie who said “email subscriber”.

SouthLAnd Complete First Season DVD Winner:

Lucky number 24 who is Cynthia who said “Loved the sneak peek. Lots of action and looks like the kind of show I love to watch.”

I have one live giveaway right now that ends at 12am EST on March 8th so head on over to sign up to win Rainbow Brite Adventure Pack CD game for your computer!

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Saturday Giveaway Link Up

March 6th, 2010 · 3 Comments · giveaways

It’s that time of week …. where you all get to link up your fabulous-O giveaways! Link up below with your giveaway item and end date. Enjoy entering the giveaways everyone and hopefully those hosting giveaways get some great traffic!

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Happy Friday

March 5th, 2010 · No Comments · Brandy's Life

It’s Friday, the sun is shining outside and all I can think of is Spring is near. I love the idea of lilac’s being in bloom, they are my favorite in the whole wide world. I love the idea of being able to clean up my yard and maybe having a garden this year. I doubt I will ever get the garden idea going, but hey it’s just a thought!

I love the idea of being able to take 2 hour walks everyday and not freeze my butt off. I am excited about the chirping of the birds first thing in the morning. Those morning doves that sound like they are saying “who cooks for who” .  Really Spring is near and I can’t wait!

Fall is my favorite season by far, but Spring will do because I am ready for the snow to be melted away and ready for that mud if I have to deal with it to be warm & feel the sun shining in my face! This weekend I have no children and I am not sure what I will do but if it’s nice out you can bet you will find me cleaning like crazy and if I can opening some windows, oh yeah I am ready, are you?

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