In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Some local governments and realty sites publish this information on their websites. Using an online search engine is a good first step to take before you make any phone calls or visit any offices. That way, you can get an idea of what information is available without a lot of inconvenience for yourself. Some of the most popular sites for real estate research are Realtor, Trulia, and Zillow. Start here when searching for information about recent sales or other real estate data for your area. Keep in mind that this information isn't always 100% accurate, which is why you should gather information from multiple sources. Local governments keep records of recent property sales, which are usually held in the tax assessment office. Contact the office and ask for records of recent sales in your neighborhood or zip code. See if they can give you a list with all the details of each property, including selling price, date of sale, square footage, year built, and number of bedrooms and bathrooms. You'll need all of this information to make an educated guess on the market price for your home. This data has the advantage in that it is real sales data and is in your local market (real estate value is based on location), but very seldom is a home exactly like yours sold in the recent past, so some adjustments will need to be made. Realtors will have plenty of experience in your area and be aware of recent sales, even if their office didn't make the sale. Contact the realty office and see if any agents are willing to talk about recent sales. Remember to get all the necessary information about the sale, including at least the selling price, date of sale, square footage, year built, and number of bedrooms and bathrooms. It would probably make the Realtor more willing to share information with you if you mention that you're looking for information because you plan on selling your house. When the Realtor sees you as a potential client, he may be more open with you. If you do hire a Realtor, he should perform a comparative market analysis. This report covers many data points including comparable sales of other properties and estimates of market value. If you want more control over the data that you receive, try asking your Realtor to send you the best comparative analysis as defined by the criteria that you set. For example, since many lenders want comparative analyses based on homes within one mile of the property for sale, you can ask the Realtor to limit their search to within one mile of your home. Insurance companies keep data on real estate sales in a given area. Some will provide you with a property profile for free, hoping you'll buy insurance from them. The property profile will contain a list of comparable properties to your own, and the specific aspects of these properties. Not all companies will do this for free, but you might still be able to obtain a property profile for a fee. Town, city, and county newspapers often publish information on local property sales. You can scan the real estate section for information on recent sales. Bear in mind that you might not get all of the information you need solely from a newspaper. You'll probably still have to contact a tax assessor or real estate agent for all of the necessary information.
Summary: Do an Internet search for recently-sold homes in your area. Contact your local tax assessment office. Contact a local real estate agent. Ask for a property profile from an insurance company. Look in local newspapers.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If there is dirt or dust on your Bakelite, clean it off by rubbing with a dry cloth. Use a dry toothbrush to reach small crevices, grooves, and cracks. If you are not 100% certain the material is Bakelite, use the methods in the identification section to confirm it before continuing. If you have a strong nose, you might notice a diagnostic smell while rubbing the plastic. There are several products commonly used to clean Bakelite. While these are often specialized and more expensive than general purpose cleaners, using one of the following is highly recommended. Bakelite requires a slightly abrasive cleaner to remove the deteriorated surface material, but can be permanently ruined if an overly abrasive cleaner eats through to the pulpy filler material inside. Use Magnolia Glayzit or Soft Scrub for slightly faded Bakelite. Use Brasso, Novus plastic polish, Simichrome metal polish, or an automobile rubbing compound to treat more severe fading and/or light scratches. Brasso is usually the cheapest, but may require more elbow grease. It's usually a good idea to wear gloves and work in an area with good ventilation. The warning label on the product you chose will provide more specific information. Put a dollop of the cleaning product onto a clean, soft cloth. Rub it over the surface of the Bakelite in circular motions. You might notice some improvement immediately, but you do not need to achieve a fully restored shine in this step. Add more of the product onto the cloth whenever necessary. Do not apply a lot of pressure to Bakelite objects, especially if they are scratched or cracked, or you may wear through the outer surface and into the pulpy (and potentially toxic) filler material. Catalin objects, which includes most "Bakelite" jewelry and brightly colored Bakelite, do not have filler material and can be scrubbed as hard as you like. If you are using Novus, Magnolia Glayzit, or an automobile rubbing compound, leave a thin layer of the material over the Bakelite surface until it dries to a cloudy or hazy film. Skip this step if you are using a different product. Use another clean, dry cloth to buff the Bakelite material until the excess cleaning product is removed and a shiny surface is left behind. Do this regardless of the cleaning product you chose. If necessary, repeat with another layer of cleaning product. If several applications of the cleaning product fail to restore the shine or repair damage from scratches, you can use one of the following methods restore protection and an attractive appearance to the Bakelite. This is only recommended as a last resort, due to the possibility of damage: Use a high speed cloth buffing wheel to lightly smooth the surface. Overuse can permanently remove the Bakelite's outer surface. Or very lightly and evenly sand the Bakelite with finest grit sandpaper you can find (1000 grit or above). Once sanded, apply the cleaning product again, or cover the surface with paint. Again, over-sanding or using coarse sandpaper can permanently damage the Bakelite.
Summary: Rub off dirt and dust. Select a cleaning product. Follow the safety instructions for your product. Rub the product on with a cloth. Allow certain products to dry. Buff the Bakelite with a dry cloth. Use last resort methods.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: This will ensure that you are quick to find out about the latest 'gigs' in time to buy tickets. Not all shows are advertised on the radio or paper. Some ticket and tour sites allow you to sign up for cell updates whenever your favorite artists add new dates in your area. When you hear about a concert you're interested in, check ticket availability. Many popular concerts may sell out before you get a chance to buy your tickets. Don't assume it is sold out until you are told so by the venue Talk to people with similar music interests as you. They are likely to know about upcoming shows. Venues often release "hold" tickets a day or two before the show. These are tickets the band or promoter has "held back" and must be offered for sale if not used. Keep checking back. Bands that are growing in popularity may still be playing smaller venues. Although this is a great time to see them you should plan on getting your tickets early as possible.
Summary:
Begin by signing up for online newsletters and Facebook pages of bands which you would like to see in concert as well as local venues. Visit their websites often to see new dates or itinerary changes. Look for the ticket release dates.