Article: All contracts should contain the same basic elements. Although these elements can be negotiated to some degree, your contract should thoroughly address each element. These required elements include: Mutual assent refers to the agreement of the parties as to all contract provisions. Consideration is a benefit or detriment to one party, exchanged for the other party's promise to do something. It is the value bargained for by the parties. Typically, consideration involves a payment by one party to another. Capacity or competency means that the parties must be legally capable of entering into contracts, which usually means that they must be over 18 years of age and mentally sound. Legality refers to the fact that the contract cannot contain any illegal terms. For example, a contract will not be enforced by a court if the bargained-for promise is for one party to provide illegal drugs. Because contracts are legally binding documents, many contract terms are regulated by state and even federal law. In some cases, even if the parties agree to a certain contract provision, that provision will not be enforceable under state law. For example, it is illegal for a landlord to force a tenant to live in uninhabitable conditions, even if both parties agree to it in the lease contract. Before you begin contract negotiations, educate yourself. For example, schedule a consultation with an attorney who specializes in contract law, or search online for a legal advice site where you can verify that the terms of your contract are within the legal parameters of your state's laws. While some states' laws will uphold an oral contract as legally binding in some circumstances, some contracts must be in writing. For instance, real estate sales, contracts lasting more than one year, real estate contracts lasting more than one year, and agreements to pay another person's debts are all contracts that are required to be in writing.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Know the required elements of a valid contract. Research contract laws in your state. Understand that a written contract is required in some cases.

Problem: Article: Unlike other security companies, home security company has major players across the country. Because brand recognition is important in this field, you might do better opening a franchise with an established corporation. As a bonus, they will have the materials and background to help get your business off the ground. For a home security company, you'll need supplies like motion detectors, cameras, digital locks, alarm panels, and window alarms. You don't need to start from scratch. Work with a distributor or even a manufacturer to find an appropriate system for your company. Do your research on the company. Narrow down your choices on the internet, then contact the few you've selected. Talk to them over the phone about your business. Once you decide on one or two, consider visiting the company in person to learn more about the company. Consider other supplies you may need to buy, such as firearms, employee uniforms, and computers for monitoring the network.
Summary: Consider franchising from an established corporation. Research and purchase the supplies you need for home monitoring.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Cats are notorious for sleeping anytime and anywhere. To be like a cat, make sure you get a full night's sleep as well as other quick naps throughout the day. A quick catnap should take about 15 to 20 minutes, so you can take several throughout the day. If you can't sleep during the day try to rest early in the morning. Try to sleep for an hour, if you can. Find a nice sun patch for a warm, cozy sun bath. Cats are usually classified as lazy, but hey, what's wrong with being comfortable? Curl up in a comfy cushion or a fresh pile of warm laundry in a ball or the fetal position. Cats protect their stomachs when they sleep as this is their vulnerable spot. After waking up from a satisfying nap or a long night's rest, stretch out your body. Like a cat, take your time stretching every muscle and waking your body up. A quick sun salutation is a great stretching routine and it has poses that resemble a cat's. Yawn to stretch your face muscles and look like a cat waking up as well. Cats groom themselves by licking and pawing their faces to clean off food, odors, and excess hair. Shower at least once a day if not more to keep yourself free from dirt and extra oils. Throughout each day, check your appearance in a mirror and clean up after mealtimes. Some cats are declawed and others aren't, but growing your nails out and having them shaped into a point is another way to be like a cat. Brush your hair so that you don't shed hair throughout the day and it stays free from tangles and matting. Watch birds, practice climbing trees, and get out and explore nature around you. Be active to keep yourself healthy and in the mindset of an adventurous cat. Once you've worn yourself out, take a nap in the sun. Cats like to be entertained and around other cats. Spend time playing and lounging with others. Hunting is an activity that will get you in the mindset of a cat. Even an indoor cat will hunt and chase after toys.

SUMMARY: Sleep a lot and take cat naps. Do yoga to stretch your muscles out. Clean yourself often. Spend time playing outside.

You might accumulate yellow matter between your teeth if you are not flossing regularly. Flossing can instantly remove a lot of the build-up between your teeth that causes discoloration. Make sure to make flossing part of your daily routine. Use a good amount of floss it should be about 18 inches in length. Grip the floss tightly in each hand, and move the floss up and down between each tooth. Curve the floss into a "C" shape, so that you are covering the entire surface. Use fresh sections of floss as you move around your mouth. Do at least six up and down movements on each tooth surface. Be gentle don't damage your gums. Whitening your teeth does not have to be expensive. You can use several items that you probably already have in your own home. One effective method is to make a paste out of baking soda and lemon juice. Baking soda can help balance the Ph levels in your mouth, and lemon juice is a natural sort of bleach. You will need a few teaspoons of baking soda and a small amount of lemon juice. Mix them together until you reach a paste-like consistency (partly liquid). Then use a toothbrush to spread the paste onto all of your teeth. Leave on for one minute, then rinse your mouth thoroughly with water. Be careful not to brush your teeth too hard with this paste, as you may produce some abrasion on enamel. Baking soda can also be used to create a scrub by combining it with salt and strawberries. The salt will act as sort of an exfoliant to scrub gunk from your teeth. Strawberries contain a lot of vitamin C, which is good for breaking down plaque. To make this scrub, you'll need two to three strawberries. Mash them together, and add a sprinkle of salt and a dime-sized amount of baking soda. Spread the scrub onto your teeth using a toothbrush. Let sit for five minutes, then rinse. Hydrogen peroxide is common in most homes, and is often used for minor scrapes or cuts. It can also be used as an inexpensive method for whitening your teeth. Simply swish a very small amount in your mouth for a few seconds, then spit it out. Then brush your teeth as you normally would. In addition to strawberries and lemons, there are other foods that can help remove the yellow from between your teeth. Try using an orange peel. Before you go to bed, rub the peel of an orange across your teeth for a few minutes. The vitamin C will help to break down the yellow. You should see results within a few weeks. If you don't want to make your own whitening products, there are many that you can buy. Look for a toothpaste that specifically promotes its whitening agents. Also, look for a brand that has been approved by the American Dental Association. Your local drugstore will have many options for you. Some of these methods will give you instantly whiter teeth. But for best results, you should get in the habit of taking steps to remove yellow from between your teeth. If you take regular steps to promote the health of your teeth, you will see more significant and longer lasting results.
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Floss. Make a paste. Concoct a scrub. Rinse with hydrogen peroxide. Raid the refrigerator. Buy a whitening toothpaste. Get in a routine.