Always looking for ways to save money and time. Making a few bucks for gas is good, too :)
Looking for sponsors! We have a cycling team called Team Tania in honor of my wife. She was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis since about 1993. We started with six family and friends and now we're over 200+.
Would you consider sponsoring us? For more info go to our blog
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Although I have not used this service, they have been listed/featured in TrendWatching which is very well known for keeping an eye on upcoming/new market trends.
Check out Radio Shack online at http://www.radioshack.com Do a search for "antenna" and you'll see quite a few options. I have a friend of mine that has used the roof-top version since they first came out (yes -- that long ago!). He's never had cable or a dish all these years. Only recently did he pay about $250 to replace it with a new one. We haven't had cable for years and are using a set-top pair of rabbit ears.
If you opt for the "amplified" indoor version, do check out the rating for the db gain. Ours is 19db. The higher the number the better. We found the RCA model at Wal-Mart to be the highest rating for the best price.
HOWEVER, be aware that as of mid-February 2009 all analog TV broadcasts will end. After that all broadcasts will be digital. You will need a digital converter for your TV. "Fortunately" the US government is offering a $40 voucher (limit two per household) to help offset the costs.
Even though you have things "turned off" many items are still drawing current. Televisions and PCs for example use an "instant on" feature. Older appliances like refrigerators can be hogs, too. Also, you might want to have your HVAC unit checked as well. Did you check to see how "tight" your house is?
Depending on how far you want to go, you can always unplug each appliance to see if makes a difference at the meter. You'll need a helper with either a cell phone or a walkie-talkie to let you know when they unplug something or notice the meter spinning slower.
