Musings of a Burbank CPA: Tips for Planning a Stress-Free Move to The Golden State

See this article written by Suzie Wilson of Happierhome.net about tips for moving to California:  If you want to avoid problems and headaches when moving out-of-state, you need the right information. For a long-distance move to California, these tips and resources can provide what you need so you can savor—instead of stress over—your big move. Plan Ahead of Time  The process of relocating to a new state can be filled with small, easy-to-miss details. Therefore, planning ahead is critical. Using a checklist keeps you on track. Now is also a good time to search for long-distance movers. Pet parents should find pet-friendly hotels. You may want to hire someone to help keep your pet safe while moving and unpacking.  Try to Take Care of Repairs Before You Start Moving Most people wait until they’ve settled into a new house before they start working on improvements, but certain projects should be completed beforehand.  Some issues could be dangerous, like electrical problems, so tend them ASAP. Some projects are also easier to complete before a move, like refinishing wood floors. Ensure older homes are ready for current tech, including phone lines. Cover Essentials  The first night in a new house can be hectic, but [...]

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Musing of a Burbank CPA: My Top 50 SciFi Movies of All Time

Here is my Top 50 SciFi Movies of all time: Feel free to comment – these are the ones I truly enjoy watching (again and again). My Top 50 SciFi Movies of All Time 1   The Terminator (1984) 26 The Adjustment Bureau (2011) 2   Star Wars Ep 4: A New Hope (1977) 27 Source Code (2011) 3   Oblivion (2013) 28 Star Wars Ep 7: The Force Awakens (2015) 4   Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan (1982) 29 Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) 5   Jurassic Park (1993) 30 Frequency (2000) 6   The Martian (2015) 31 Wall-E (2008) 7   Super 8 (2011) 32 Planet of the Apes (1968) 8   ET The Extra-Terrestial (1982) 33 Avatar (2009) 9   The Fly (1958) 34 The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) 10   Edge of Tomorrow (2014) 35 War of the Worlds (1953) 11 Mad Max: The Road Warrior (1982) 36 The Time Machine (1960) 12 The Fifth Element (1997) 37 Galaxy Quest (1999) 13 Arrival (2016) 38 Jurassic World (2015) 14 Star Wars Ep 5: The Empire Strikes Back (1980) 39 I, Robot (2004) 15 Star Trek: Into Darkness (2013) 40 Terminator 2: Judgement Day [...]

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Musings of a Burbank CPA: My Top 25 Best Sports Movies of All Time

Here is my Top 25 Sports Movies: Feel free to comment – these are the ones I truly enjoy watching (again and again). My Top 25 Best Sports Movies of All Time 1   The Natural (1984) 2   Rocky (1976) 3   Cinderella Man (2005) 4   Remember the Titans (2000) 5   Bull Durham (1988) 6   A League of their Own (1992) 7   Miracle (2004) 8   Caddyshack (1980) 9   Hoosiers (1986) 10   Brian’s Song (1971) 11 Field of Dreams (1989) 12 Invincible (2008) 13 Trouble With the Curve (2012) 14 Heaven Can Wait (1978) 15 Seabiscuit (2003) 16 White Men Can’t Jump (1992) 17 The Longest Yard (1974) 18 The Replacements (2000) 19 Jerry Maguire (1996) 20 The Pride of the Yankees (1942) 21 Friday Night Lights (2004) 22 Tin Cup (1996) 23 Moneyball (2011) 24 Eight Men Out (1988) 25 Breaking Away (1979)    For financial,  accounting and tax musings, You can count on us to count for you! Email: bstonercpa@sbcglobal.net   Phone: 818-317-6035   Website: www.briantstonercpa.com SELECTED TO THE FORBES TOP 100 MUST-FOLLOW TAX TWITTER ACCOUNTS FOR 2019 https://goo.gl/krgmSt CHOSEN AS ONE OF TOP 20 TAX SERVICES IN LOS ANGELES FOR 2019, 2018 AND 2017 BY EXPERTISE.COM!  https://www.expertise.com/ca/los-angeles/tax-services-cpa  Has been Featured [...]

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