In a nutshell; how much does the USA owe for "debt incurred in past wars", are there easy to understand figures for which wars specifically, and who does it owe it to?
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posted by Wordshore
on Apr 6, 2013 -
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What would you expect to pay a lawyer for a suite of estate planning/healthcare documents that are more or less standard forms (i.e., no complicated trusts, just everything going to the other spouse)? I'm in Boston, but data points from comparably priced areas are welcome. Also, are there documents I'm forgetting in the list inside?
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posted by Admiral Haddock
on Mar 28, 2013 -
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What determines the price of a drink at a bar? Why does it differ drastically in different places?
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posted by sandmanwv
on Mar 11, 2013 -
17 answers
I am considering moving to Asheville and hear a lot about how hard it is to make a living there and how over saturated it is already with entrepreneurs. I am in my mid 50's and have been a successful private chef who is now teaching cooking in various small schools and in private homes. I am not thrilled with the northeast weather and thought of Asheville as a relocation spot. Having just visited there it seemed there is a lot of food buzz going on- I know it's a "foodie" town and think I might be able to succeed there.
I am concerned about the rising cost of buying a house in the area and that I could find enough work there. Any input?
posted by privatechef
on Feb 6, 2013 -
16 answers
Should I hire a CPA for my taxes this year? 1. I relocated for my job this year and received multiple relocation benefits. 2. I sold off stocks that were gifted to me and I do not have any cost bases for them because they were purchased so long ago.
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posted by 6spd
on Feb 2, 2013 -
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We pay $200 a month for weekly service that includes all trimming, upkeep, lawn service for 3 lawns, significant pruning and leaf cleanup from 12 trees (citrus, pine, chinese elms, japanese maple, coastal oak, liquid ambars). Is this too much? What do you pay and what do you get for it?
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posted by dottiechang
on Jan 28, 2013 -
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Should I buy a Microplane? I'm hesitating because $$ (looking at
this one), and a small kitchen means I try to keep gadgets strictly to a minimum. Is it worth it, and what are the things you use your Microplane for?
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posted by taz
on Jan 20, 2013 -
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I know this question is a little bit arbitrary, but any response will be helpful.
I live in a 2 family spilt house/condo. I noticed that my electrical box is powering the OTHER unit's gas boiler. I assume that the electrical just feeds the thermostat and maybe triggering the pilot to boil the water?? (My knowledge here is limited.)
Without knowing too much about their heating use, I am trying to determine the urgency of getting an electrician to switch it from my electricity to the other unit's electrical box.
posted by lccslug
on Jan 13, 2013 -
8 answers
I'm buying one of the new iMacs. I'm torn between paying for an upgrade to the CPU or an upgrade to the video card. Help me decide!
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posted by Effigy2000
on Dec 20, 2012 -
7 answers
What would you put up for the interior walls of your man cave in the garage?
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posted by otto42
on Jul 26, 2012 -
27 answers
Retro-Travel Filter: How much did it cost to fly roundtrip between Detroit and Philadelphia this past May (2012; leaving on 5/24 and returning 5/29)? Or, how can I figure this out?
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posted by 5Q7
on Jul 9, 2012 -
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Recently, Munch's "The Scream" sold for about $120 million. Somehow I had in my mind the idea that (a version of) "The Scream" was sold at auction a few years ago. Did I imagine this?
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posted by lewedswiver
on May 13, 2012 -
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I recently received an unexpected medical bill in the mail. Should I pay it, or should I ask my parents to pay it?
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posted by anonymous
on May 3, 2012 -
37 answers
Calling all attorneys and law firms: how much does contract legal work cost?
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posted by angab
on Jan 22, 2012 -
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This Christmas we were told by my Dad that he will be giving us his house when he moves out of state. It doesn't have a functioning kitchen (no sink, just a fridge and a microwave and he washes his dishes in a tub with water from the bathroom) The house has charm, and there could be plumbing problems and it's also in a dicey neighborhood. So my question is this:
What do we do with this house? Fix it up enough to live in it for the price of utilities and taxes for a few years so we can go back to school? Try to sell it without even fixing it (we'd get maybe $20,000). Fix it up and become landlords after living there for a few years?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 8, 2012 -
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I'm sick of Oklahoma, sick of cold and snow, sick of everything to do with this place. I want out of the state, but cant' decide where to go next. Over the last few years I've lived in San Diego, Orlando, Cocoa Beach, the Chicago area, Tulsa Ok, and originally the Phoenix area. Most of my moves have been prompted by having a friend with a couch willing to pick me up from the Greyhound station, but this time I'd like to go somewhere completely new and for the first time truly start over on my own.
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posted by myShanon
on Dec 29, 2011 -
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[main sewer line]: looks like we may have a block. how much should it cost to fix?
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posted by anya32
on Dec 5, 2011 -
3 answers
How much does my refrigerator cost to run per month? The info tag on the inside reads; 110-127 VAC, 60 HZ, 11.2 AMPS. It runs 24/7 and my NYC electric is charged at .1999 per KWH. Including the calculation in your answer would be appreciated. Thanks.
posted by mbx
on Nov 13, 2011 -
15 answers
hi, i live in south west victoria, Australia. i am about to put a color bond roof on my weather board house, has any one done this lately? I am at a loss, of who to start shopping with for the sheets, hardware needed and the insulation. Which is my other problem i have been told to use sisalation (not right spelling i know) but i have had good reports on foil board, what have others used? i do have fiber blow in insulaion, but some of its damaged due to rain getting in, would it be better to replace this with pink bats or more fiber fill or what? i hope some one can help thanks
posted by the finishing post
on Nov 10, 2011 -
4 answers
Shire pharmaceuticals has stopped manufacturing adderall & the generic version (amphetamine salts) as I cannot find it at any pharmacy anymore. What is the best alternative? Usually I can only afford generic.
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posted by JJkiss
on Nov 6, 2011 -
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Our dog is ailing -- how does one determine how much to spend on her treatment(s)? More wrinkles to the situation inside...
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posted by theplatypus
on Oct 24, 2011 -
33 answers
Can you suggest any thoughtful analyses of why the costs of college tuition in the US consistently exceed inflation by a large margin?
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posted by Fiery Jack
on Sep 16, 2011 -
23 answers
Are there good third-party software packages or tools that can be used to manage labor and material estimates during a project proposal process? It's a little bit of project management and a little bit of sales. Specific needs include...
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posted by olinerd
on Aug 31, 2011 -
1 answer
My
2004 Tiburon GT SE needs a clutch replacement but I can't decide if putting that much money into the car is worth it. How much can I expect to pay a mechanic to perform the work? I'm guessing in the $1K range but I don't know. And if so, does it make sense to put that money into car that's almost 8 years old? I bought it used a few years ago and still owe $5K on it, so dumping it isn't an option. It has only 54K miles and is otherwise in very good condition. How should I proceed?
posted by Jamesonian
on May 17, 2011 -
10 answers
I live in a house shared amongst 10 tenants, including 2 children, aged 12 and 8. We're trying to figure out a fair way to divide electricity/gas/water bills. Specifically, how much less utilities should the children be charged for, and until which age?
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posted by PardonMyFrench
on Mar 31, 2011 -
24 answers
How much would it cost, annually, to have a 1-800 number for a weekly, hour long public access show, so long distance callers can dial in? Let's assume that all the callers call the toll free number.
posted by Pants!
on Mar 4, 2011 -
6 answers
I am meeting with my boss for my annual review. I have not have a raise almost since I started four years ago. Is there an easy way to determine the NYC cost of living increase for 2011?
I've tried to use teh google but no luck. Thanks.
posted by captainscared
on Feb 25, 2011 -
8 answers
Asking for a friend:
(TL;DR: "We're exceptionally poor and can't figure out our best options between birthing centers and hospitals in Portland, OR with Premera Blue Cross insurance.")
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posted by Ky
on Nov 4, 2010 -
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A question about an inexplicably inaccurate website. Luanda, Angola: world's most expensive city!?
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posted by crazylegs
on Oct 27, 2010 -
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Looking for anecdotal data: when you switched to a time-of-use electrical meter for your
residence, what happened to your bills in the first year, and what changes did you make that seemed to have the largest impact?
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posted by davejay
on Oct 25, 2010 -
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We have an old barn in our backyard that we are currently restoring. It will be fully insulated when finished (though we're recycling old windows that are probably 100 years old, which are single pane, so it won't be optimally efficient.) I am trying to decide if we should heat it with gas or electricity. Because the barn has never been heated before, and we're changing it anyway, I'm having a hard time estimating costs. (See extended explanation for details.)
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posted by djedery
on Oct 24, 2010 -
8 answers
What is the approximate cost of painting parking stripes on a typical American city block ?
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posted by jmnugent
on Oct 13, 2010 -
9 answers
Looking for automation to monitor and control Amazon Web Service usage costs.
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posted by Estragon
on Sep 15, 2010 -
1 answer
Is there a site that lets you compare the cost of office visits for doctors/pediatricians in an area?
I'm in Austin, TX, FWIW.
posted by kristymcj
on Sep 2, 2010 -
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Just received a $1400 hospital bill for a ER visit I made OVER 14 MONTHS AGO. How is this okay, and what do I say to plead with them?
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posted by ashtabula to opelika
on Jul 31, 2010 -
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My house siding was damaged in a recent hail storm. Currently I have aluminum siding, but I understand to replace aluminum siding cost more money than vinyl siding. Would anyone know approximately how much more a sheet of aluminum siding would cost verses a sheet of vinyl siding? Thanks in advance!
posted by Mckoan1
on Jul 14, 2010 -
6 answers
