In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Humidors are typically made of wood, and because the wood is porous, it will allow moisture to escape. Seasoning the humidor increases the moisture content of the wood, helping it maintain the humidity inside better. To season your humidor, you'll need: Clean dry towel Distilled water Propylene glycol Small bowl Cigar humidifier Clean sponge Plate Hygrometer Wipe down the inside and outside of the humidor with a clean, dry towel. This will remove dust, splinters, or anything else that may have accumulated on the wood. Do not use a damp towel or sponge to clean the humidor, as this can cause the wood to warp and swell. Mix half a cup (119 ml) each of propylene glycol and distilled water in a small bowl. This will be used to charge the humidifier, which is a device that will maintain the humidity in your humidor after you season it. Only ever use distilled water for your humidor, because it's free of impurities. Propylene glycol is a synthetic liquid that will coat the wood, help control the humidity, and prevent mold and bacterial growth. Place the humidifier into the bowl with the humidifying solution. Let it soak in the solution for about 15 minutes, until it's completely saturated. Remove the humidifier from the solution and place it face down on a clean towel. Let it dry on the towel for 30 minutes. This will allow excess water to drain out, and protect the humidor from water damage. Remove any shelves and drawers from the humidor. Place the humidifier into the empty humidor, as well as the hygrometer. Then, dampen a clean sponge with distilled water, and wring it out to remove the excess. You want the sponge damp, but not dripping wet. Place the sponge on a plate and place it inside the humidor. If you don't have a sponge, you can also use a shallow dish filled with an inch (2.5 cm) of distilled water. A hygrometer is an instrument that measures moisture content, or humidity. Replace all the drawers, trays, and shelves inside the humidor. Close the lid and set the humidor aside for three days. Avoid opening the lid during this time, as this will allow moisture to escape, and will slow the seasoning process. Seasoning generally takes between three and five days. After three days of seasoning, open the lid on the humidor and check the hygrometer to see what the humidity inside is at. The humidity may be anywhere between 60 and 85 percent, but you can only proceed if it's at 72 percent or higher. If the humidity is below 72 percent, add more water to the sponge, close the lid and leave it for another day. Check again in 24-hour intervals until the humidity reaches 72 percent or higher. Once the humidity inside the humidor reaches at least 72 percent, remove the sponge and plate, and close the lid again. Let the humidor rest for another two days, giving the humidity level time to stabilize. After two days, start checking the humidity level every 24 hours. You want the humidity to stabilize at 70 percent. Once the humidity reaches 70 percent, leave the humidor for another one to two days. Continue checking daily that the humidity stays at that level. Do not otherwise open the lid during this time, as it will affect the humidity level inside. Once the humidity in the humidor stabilizes at 70 percent, you can add your tobacco products for storage. Over the next few days, the tobacco will absorb some of the moisture, and the humidity may drop. That's fine, as long as the humidity stays between 65 and 70 percent, which is the ideal range for a humidor. If there is too little moisture in the humidor, the tobacco will dry out. Too much humidity, however, and the tobacco could go moldy. Always keep an eye on the humidity level in your humidor to ensure it stays within the safe range.
Summary: Gather your supplies. Clean the humidor. Prepare the humidifying solution. Charge the humidifier. Place your seasoning equipment into the humidor. Close the humidor and let it rest. Check the humidity. Remove the sponge and let the humidity stabilize. Add your tobacco products.

Problem: Article: It's really important to meet with your potential property appraiser before you enter into any sort of working relationship.This is a way to make sure they have the qualifications you are looking for, but also that you are on the right page as far as expectations go. It is also important to have a level of comfort that will make your working relationship go more smoothly. Things like personality and the vibe of your interactions with them can really help build trust. Make sure they are personable and are willing to answer your questions and explain their process. Their ability to deal with people and communicate smoothly can affect their ability to find out information about the property and thus how accurate their appraisal is. A good appraiser should be able to answer important questions that give insight into their strategies, philosophies and experiences. However, this also means that you will need to know the right questions to ask. Some good questions to ask include: Will you receive a preliminary report? You should require every appraiser to give you a preliminary report so you can ensure the appraiser has access to all the information you consider important. Additionally, it will give you the opportunity to end the appraisal process before a final report is issued if you are not happy with the process. What qualifies you to appraise my specific property? Do you belong to an appraiser society that tests? There are a number of certificates and training programs for appraisers, but only some have standardized teaching and testing methods. If they are part of an organization that requires testing to be accredited, you can be sure that they meet the required expectations. How will you handle issues outside your specialty? There are over 220 areas of specialty knowledge in appraising and no one person can master them all. It is likely that they will come up against issues that they are not fully qualified to understand. Their ability to consult other colleagues and experts can assure that they have the problem solving skills needed to successfully do the job. What will your report look like? You should receive formal and organized documentation of how they came to their conclusions. Ask for examples of their previous work so that you can see how they organize and present their information so you can make sure you understand their work. Once you decide that the appraiser you've met is one that you want to move forward with, you'll want to make sure you know all the details of the working relationship you are about to enter. The fee you'll pay depends on the complexity of the property, type, size, and market. For residential appraisals you can expect to pay anywhere from $250-$1000 USD, with averages in the $300-$500 USD range. Rental appraisals can cost anywhere from $400-$2400 USD and should include documentation of rental history. Commercial properties are more expensive and can range from $1,000-$5,000 USD. They should also be able to give you a rough turn around time when it will be done. The usual time frame is about a week, but they may be able to get it done sooner for an additional fee.
Summary:
Set up an interview. Ask them the right questions. Make sure to find out the details of their compensation and report turnaround.