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ESTA - New Charges
We have previously given you some informed advice about the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). Up until now the ESTA has been free, but as expected, the U.S. Government has decided to charge $14 for each ESTA, commencing September 8, 2010. This money will go towards promoting the U.S.A. as a travel destination around the world.If you are planning a trip to the U.S. anytime in the next 2 years, you can save a little money if you complete the ESTA beforet this date. You don’t have to have a trip booked to complete the ESTA and it is valid for two years or until your passport expires if that is sooner. Applications are simple, but do be careful to use the official site, not one of the bogus sites that may charge now, or charge more once the fee is online. The correct website is this: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/.
Save more money by using a Zero percentage Credit card, that doesn’t charge you a percentage on your exchange when paying foreign currency!
Read More | Posted on 10 08, 2010
New Election Process for Homeowner Associations
On July 1st SB 1196, became law. For homeowners associations, one of the most notable changes will be the election process. Associations whose bylaws permit secret elections would be required to use the same election process as condominiums. Condo associations use a two-envelope method similar to an absentee ballot. So collecting proxies has much less value for the election because only votes cast by sealed ballots count.Read More | Posted on 10 08, 2010
