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With that in mind, it's time to submit a final ballot for the poll. In his opening remarks for the season, BlogPoll proprietor Brian of MGoBlog asked that we not just vote a team number one because they finished last year number one.
So, naturally, that's exactly what I'm going to do this year...I'm voting Texas number one.
| Rank | Team | Delta |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texas |  25 |
| 2 | West Virginia | 24 |
| 3 | Ohio State | 23 |
| 4 | Oklahoma | 22 |
| 5 | Southern Cal | 21 |
| 6 | Cal | 20 |
| 7 | Notre Dame | 19 |
| 8 | Auburn | 18 |
| 9 | Miami (Florida) | 17 |
| 10 | Nebraska | 16 |
| 11 | Michigan | 15 |
| 12 | Florida State | 14 |
| 13 | Clemson | 13 |
| 14 | Florida | 12 |
| 15 | Iowa | 11 |
| 16 | Louisiana State | 10 |
| 17 | Louisville | 9 |
| 18 | Georgia Tech | 8 |
| 19 | Georgia | 7 |
| 20 | Penn State | 6 |
| 21 | Texas Tech | 5 |
| 22 | Oregon | 4 |
| 23 | Navy | 3 |
| 24 | Arkansas | 2 |
| 25 | Wisconsin | 1 |
Let me explain a few of the changes:
Added Wisconsin: Bucky should field one of the most improved defenses in Division I-A this season, thanks in part to the depth they were able to develop last year. Not only that, but they have a senior quarterback to run the offense, provided that his knee doesn't get in the way.
Moved Arkansas down: After further study of the SEC and the Hogs, I decided I had them a bit too high.
Took Tulsa out: Numbers game. They'll be back if they can prove they're top dog in Conference USA, as I have predicted they will be.
The poll will be out later today (?), and I'll be back with more college conference previews either today or tomorrow. The MAC West is the next post, followed by the Mountain West, Pac-10, SEC East, SEC West, Sun Belt, and WAC. Maybe I'll be able to get them all done in the next two weeks.
In the meantime, there will be fewer Randomization posts than normal as I continue to work on the previews.
Tips for Being a Successful Landlord
ReplyDeleteIn today’s apartment rental market there are several things that are “must do’s” for becoming a successful landlord. The reason you’re playing the real estate rental game is to have the check in your mailbox on the first of the month, right? Here are a few tips that can help you to achieve this with as little aggravation and frustration possible.
First and foremost is finding the right tenant to rent your apartment, house or other rental. This is the most important ingredient in the recipe. Checking the prospective tenant’s credit history to make sure they are paying their bills is one of the best ways you can screen. A tenant that pays their bills on time most likely will send you their rent on time. Establish a clear system on collecting rent, handling complaints from the tenant and how you will contact them if you need to gain access to the apartment.
Secondly, get all the important terms of the tenancy in writing. You have the option to have a basic rental agreement or draw up a formal lease. Whichever you decide, the important thing is to document the terms that you and the tenant agreed to. Clarify who is paying the utilities, the rental price and any other agreements made between you and your tenant.
It’s a good idea to stay on top of the repair and maintenance needs of your property. When you are notified of something that is broken or not working, repair it as soon as possible to prevent further damages. You may also lawfully enable the tenant to withhold rent, sue for injuries caused by defective conditions or move out without notice.
On a similar topic make sure you are carrying enough property and liability insurance to cover yourself in any situation. A well designed insurance program can protect your rental property from losses caused by everything from fire and storms to burglary, vandalism, and personal injury lawsuits.
I hope that this has been helpful to you. Just remember, as long as you follow these simple tips you will be on your way to a happy and fulfilling landlord future. Best of luck!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Eric Goldstein, associated with www.AllSpacses.com which Conveniently Connects All People with All Spaces in All Places, has been dedicated to the real estate rental market for over 8 years. He has assisted over 25,000 landlords with their renting needs. Any questions about renting apartments, houses or other rentals feel free to visit www.AllSpaces.com or email him at Eric@AllSpaces.com.