Bruce’s Poor Man Survival Bulletin
A Digest of Urban Survival Resources
For Independent Minded People!
ISSN 2161-5543
In
This Issue:
1. Selling off unwanted crap for cash
2. What to consider when buying rural
property
3. Urban Farming DIY Videos, cheap
detergent, houseplants from garbage
4. How to protect yourself, from police
& others
5. Dismantling the Constitution
Getting an idea should be like sitting on a pin: it should make
you jump up and do something.
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Buying Rural Property-things to consider…
Buying a home is always intimidating — even to the
most experienced of homebuyers. But buying a home in a rural area includes a
set of circumstances unlike anything you will find in a suburban location. So
if you are thinking of leaving the pavement behind and investing in that dream
home in the country, here are some things you may want to consider before
signing on the dotted line.
1. Convenience
One of the hardest adjustments for the city mouse turned
country mouse is isolation. You may think you’re ready to trade the sound of
traffic for that of crickets, but what about that commute time? My husband
drives one hour to his job — and we are five minutes off the Interstate.
Maybe you’re retired and the daily commute is behind you;
but if you have health issues that require frequent trips to the doctor, you
will want to be close to medical care. Although the public school system will
pick your child up, driving 20 miles to every sporting or music event could
wear down even the most countrified of individuals. You might consider renting
for a year to see what type of inconveniences your dream life might entail.
2. The Homeowners
Association
Just because you are looking at three to five acres,
doesn’t mean you can keep chickens in your back yard. Ask if the home you are
considering is part of a homeowners association. Not only do these associations
include yearly fees for road maintenance or other amenities, they frequently
slap rules onto the homeowner that you may find onerous.
So if you intend to keep anything besides a dog or cat,
love hanging your laundry out in the sun to dry, or even want to paint your
house a vibrant color, the homeowners association may have something to say
about that. Discuss your dreams with your realtor so that she shows you
appropriate pieces of property. And if you do look at something in an
association, ask for a copy of the ordinances.
3. Water
It’s a given that if you live in a metropolitan area
water will be as close as a turn of the spigot. That’s not necessarily so in a
rural area. If you are looking at property outside of the town limits, ask if
the water is from a natural source or a cistern. A cistern is an underground
tank that is filled either by a water delivery service (for which you have to pay)
or collected from off the roof of the home. Some mortgage companies will not loan money for a home
with a cistern. If they do, you will want to have it inspected prior to
purchasing to make sure it does not leak and is free of contaminants.
A natural water source would include a well or a spring.
Again, you will want to check with your mortgage company before purchasing a home
with only spring water. And whichever you find will need to be inspected for
impurities before the sale. Once you move to the country you will want to have
your water tested on a regular basis to make sure it is free of bacteria or
chemicals from industrial or farm run-off.
4. Neighbors
When living in the city, our undesirable neighbors
included gangs and drug dealers. In the country, you may want to find a home
away from places where they spray chemicals, make a lot of noise, or smell. Of
course, this is a purely subjective decision, but most folks moving from the
sterility of pavement find the smell of dairy farms and poultry houses
offensive. You may also want to avoid the chemical exposure of living across
from an orchard or vineyard, and the noise of a lumber mill. Make sure that you
drive by the place that interests you several times at different times of day
to get a feel for the area. It’s not a bad idea to speak with a neighbor or
two, as well.
5. Sewage
The rural home does not have sewer lines carrying away
unwanted waste. In the country, each home has its own septic system to deal
with that. You will want to ask your realtor what type of system the property
includes and how much maintenance is involved. You will also want to have it
inspected before the sale.
PM’s Compendium of Useful Resources
How to Protect Yourself
The general theme of how to protect your self is a wide
one. For this page we will look at three specific areas of self protection. The
first is about how to protect yourself from the police. Sadly, not all
officers respect people's rights. There are a few things you need to know about
searches of cars, just in case.
After that we'll look at a fascinating video about RFID
chips in your credit cards and what they mean. Finally, we'll have a few
suggestions for avoiding street crime.
Protect Yourself
From the Police
Many years ago I was doing auto repossessions and
frequently had to deal with police officers. We always had our papers in order
and so had the legal right to take the cars we were after, but there are
officers out there who--like many others--do not like repo men. We were
threatened more than once by a police officer.
Now, most officers are just...
Continues here...
http://www.thesecretinformationsite.com/protect-yourself.html
http://www.thesecretinformationsite.com/protect-yourself.html
Nice variety of DIY videos at Urban Farm
Cheap Laundry Detergents
Trying to cut back on the cleaning supply budget? Laundry detergent can be a great place to save. But just how well do the off-brand detergents work? Or are there better ways to save without losing quality?
Trying to cut back on the cleaning supply budget? Laundry detergent can be a great place to save. But just how well do the off-brand detergents work? Or are there better ways to save without losing quality?
Houseplants
from Garbage
Indoor plants do wonders to cheer up a dark winter day, and you can enjoy them with virtually no cash expenditure if you intercept a few scraps on their way to the compost pile.
Indoor plants do wonders to cheer up a dark winter day, and you can enjoy them with virtually no cash expenditure if you intercept a few scraps on their way to the compost pile.
We've shown you how to kick your clutter habit,
but why trash all of those things you don't need when you could make some money
off of them? In this guide, we'll walk you through how you can appraise your
items, where to sell them to make the most cash, and how to avoid geting
screwed in the process.
One of the reasons it's so hard to declutter is because
we look at an item that we don't need and remember how much time or energy or
cash it cost from us to obtain. Selling that stuff may not bring back the time
or energy, but it can bring back some of the money—money you can put towards
the things you really want, (or save for your future).
Of course, you could definitely donate your unwanted
items to worthy charities that will accept them, and even get valuable tax
deductions in the process while helping a good cause. But if you're looking to
make a little more money back, that's what we're going to focus on here.
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The Nanny State Updates… Americans are fat n happy while their rights
are trampled!
It is one more
example of federal and state governments ignoring the will of the people as
well state laws.
Delaware lawmakers trying to destroy sheriffs and strip them of legal power
(NaturalNews) Historically, the local county sheriff has been considered to be the highest authority in the land, wielding more power than city, state and even federal authorities. In Delaware; however, that power is under attack, according to one of...
Delaware lawmakers trying to destroy sheriffs and strip them of legal power
(NaturalNews) Historically, the local county sheriff has been considered to be the highest authority in the land, wielding more power than city, state and even federal authorities. In Delaware; however, that power is under attack, according to one of...
What's behind the punishment for fake guns in schools?
(NaturalNews) In the latest episode of Ban Fake Guns, we have a boy suspended from school in Florence, Arizona, for carrying, yes, a picture of a gun on his computer. Screen saver. This is surely a sign of complete mental breakdown by school officials...
The Parting
Thought- the deviousness of government
Once,
Congress and the President upheld the Constitution. Now they seem hell-bent on
dismantling it.
Obama's Executive Orders
should be causing riots in the streets. Instead he's praised by Congressional
leaders and the liberal press as a hero for our generation.
With Obama's second term now underway, it's becoming clearer with every passing day just how much control he and his minions want to have over the minute details of your life. This week, they're going after guns. Next week ... it could be your vitamins. (it's no secret that the FDA is practically a de facto branch office of the multinational food, drug, and chemical conglomerates)…
They're happy he's "doing something" for this
country, but you and I know what he's really doing is destroying it.
And his influence is spreading down the line. State and
local officials are getting into the act with new regulations, new taxes, and
new infringements on your liberty--some are fighting back.
Wyoming House approves bill to
nullify federal gun grab scheme
(NaturalNews) In response to current efforts by federal occupying powers to scrap the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and eliminate the freedom of Americans to own firearms, the state of Wyoming has introduced new legislation to nullify any...
(NaturalNews) In response to current efforts by federal occupying powers to scrap the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and eliminate the freedom of Americans to own firearms, the state of Wyoming has introduced new legislation to nullify any...
Anti-Gun Groups ‘Shooting themselves in the financial foot’
In an amazing turn of events, just days after Obama's
re-inauguration, Americans are realizing that big government power seekers and
Second Amendment bashers are out to steal one of our most precious
Constitutional rights forever. And the public reaction to this latest
escalation of federal intrusion into our basic freedoms is not going so well
for the perps in power…
Take the abrupt cancellation of the most popular national gun
show, the 58th Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show (ESOS) in central Pennsylvania.
It collapsed due to a vendor boycott over the banning of popular AR rifles from
the show – the walkout was led by the NRA and 171 other major display vendors.
In the gun and sporting world, the cancellation of this long-standing national event is the equivalent of nixing the Super Bowl!
In the gun and sporting world, the cancellation of this long-standing national event is the equivalent of nixing the Super Bowl!
The economic impact of the cancellation of this show on the
blighted Harrisburg area (the city itself is bankrupt and pleading for a state
bailout) is estimated to be in excess of $44 million.
This "shot heard around the sporting world" spread like
wildfire via social media. The National Rifle Association, Olympic air rifle
gold medalist Jamie Gray, and dozens more groups joined the boycott. National
sports and outdoor retailer Cabela's joined in, and the boycott's momentum grew
quickly and powerfully. By January 24, three-hundred vendors announced they
would not be a part of this year's show.
. the effects of this decision extend to city and county
governments around the country. Gun and outdoors shows are among the most
profitable trade shows in America today.
According to David DuBois, President and CEO of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events, attendance at gun shows has increased 15-30% in recent years.
According to David DuBois, President and CEO of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events, attendance at gun shows has increased 15-30% in recent years.
Even the most liberal states, cities, or counties will be
hard-pressed to turn down these infusions of cash to stand by their anti-gun
politics. Dallas and Austin, Texas recently considered banning gun shows at
their city-owned convention centers, but these anti-gun efforts were dropped.
New figures released by the FBI show that Americans,
during December and January, have been buying guns in record numbers. Analysts
say that behind the surge in gun purchases are two events: the Newtown,
Connecticut mass shooting and the moves by the Obama administration to
introduce – and, in the case of assault weapons, reintroduce – gun control
measures. The FBI figures show that in January, the agency performed 2,495,440
gun background checks, initiated by gun sellers before they sold a gun to a
customer.
Chicago 'boss' declares economic
warfare on gun makers, tells banks to deny loans and funds
(NaturalNews) Chicago is infamous for its mob-style governing mentality, and current Mayor Rahm Emanuel is doing what he can to carry on that tradition. Thwarted by a federal appeals court in December which ordered the state legislature to make concealed...
(NaturalNews) Chicago is infamous for its mob-style governing mentality, and current Mayor Rahm Emanuel is doing what he can to carry on that tradition. Thwarted by a federal appeals court in December which ordered the state legislature to make concealed...
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