Article: Having a chance to see if his treatment of you changes when she is around can go a long way in making sure they are just friends. If your boyfriend suddenly won't show you affection when the three of you are together, there probably is a problem. If they are really just friends, both your boyfriend and his friend should show you respect. If you can hang out with the two of them and not get any bad vibes, chances are, they are just friends and you have nothing to worry about. If you have concerns about her intentions, it might make you feel better to spend some time with them together and with her on your own. Perhaps spending more time with her can help you to see that your concerns were not warranted. When the two of you spend time together, try to view her from your boyfriend's eyes. Does she have a fun personality? Does she tell great jokes? Is she a great listener? Give her the benefit of the doubt and don't immediately look for flaws. If there's nothing more to their relationship, she should have no problem getting to know you better. It's a red flag if she seems jealous because you two have very different roles in his life. If you have trouble accepting their friendship, you may need to check yourself. Passive-aggression can be demonstrated when you are afraid to speak your mind or wary of being honest. You may not listen when your boyfriend talks about his female friend. Or, you may plan his birthday party and "forget" to invite her. Passive aggression may serve your purposes, but it can also destroy your relationship.If you notice yourself doing these things, ask yourself how you can have your thoughts and needs met in a more adaptive way.
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Join in on some of their activities together. Get to know his friend better. Don't be passive aggressive about their relationship.
Article: Take quality pictures of any arrangements that you make and compile them into a professional portfolio. Your portfolio can be shared with potential employers and clients. Highlight your best work and show the full range of your skills (e.g. bouquets, funeral tributes,centerpieces, wedding designs, etc.). Organize your portfolio in sections (e.g. weddings, funerals, bridal shower, etc.). Each picture should include a description of the arrangement and the price of the arrangement. If you plan to freelance or be self-employed, it is important to market your floral design skills. Set up a website to showcase your work and promote yourself using social media. Ask your friends or family members if they need flowers for a special event. Give small arrangements as gifts to other people instead of buying presents. If people like your work, you will begin to get clients by word-of-mouth. If you want to work for someone else, contact the shop or store where you are interested in working. If it is a large company that employs florists, check the website for job openings and apply online. Many florists jobs are found by word of mouth so it is best to call the shop or visit in person. In addition to the AIFD, many states have a florist association. Visit your state's website or the AIFD website to find job opportunities. You may need to join the association to access the job board. If you received formal education, let your teachers and former classmates know that you are looking for a job in the field. They may know of some opportunities. These websites also have a list of florists who are members of the association. You can contact these florists about employment as well. Wear business casual attire to your interview and bring your portfolio. Demonstrate your knowledge of the floral industry and flowers. Make eye contact and communicate well during your interview because customer service skills are very important for a florist. Business casual attire for women includes tailored shirts, sweaters, pants, skirts, and dresses that are not too tight. Skirts and dresses should be knee length or longer. Cleavage should not be visible. Wear conservative closed toe shoes that are black, brown, navy, or taupe. Business casual for men includes nice slacks or khakis and a long-sleeved button down shirt. Wear leather dress shoes as well. You may or may not have to design or put together an arrangement as part of your interview. If you do have to design, ask if you need to bring your own tools.
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Prepare your portfolio. Market your skills. Contact potential employers. Join a professional association. Prepare for your interview.
Article: Before you rent your property out to tenants, it is advisable that you get landlord's insurance. All of the major insurance providers offer this type of coverage under different names, but generally separate coverage into three categories, from the minimal DP-1 to the all-inclusive DP-3 (DP stands for "dwelling policy"). Most insurance professional recommend that landlords get DP-3 coverage to protect themselves from unexpected tenant behavior. This type of coverage generally provides replacement costs for losses, rather than cash value, which can be beneficial in the event of expensive damages. You should make sure that your coverage also includes general liability coverage. This provides coverage for any injuries sustained on your property. Experts advise that you get $1 million in liability coverage. The cost of landlord's policies depend on the location and size of the property. However, the average is about $800 to $1,200 per year. Talk with local real estate agents and research similar properties online in order to determine a reasonable rent amount. Make sure that, at minimum, your rent covers 110 percent of your mortgage payment on the property. The ten percent buffer can be used to cover maintenance, down time, and large repairs. Any amount you earn over that is profit. Start by listing your property on websites like Craigslist, Trulia, and Zillow. Make sure to include plenty of high-quality and well-lit pictures. Fill out the listing will as much information as you can. You can also purchase an advertisement in the newspaper, though this is expensive and may be ineffective. Finally, try placing a "for rent" sign in the front yard of the property. In all cases, provide a way for interested renters to contact you, either by phone or email. You will have to screen your potential tenants thoroughly for credit and criminal issues. It will cost you some money but will save you from potentially devastating losses. There are rental owners who don't do their due diligence and end up with scam artists who stop paying as soon as they have possession and do tremendous damage to the home. A bad tenant can end up costing you thousands in repairs, even if they do pay their rent on time. Look for applicants who are employed and make at least three times as much as the monthly rent. Reject any applicants with lengthy criminal records or those with credit scores under 650. Your specific requirements here depend on your risk tolerance and the strength of the market. Keep good tenants if you can by promising to keep rent steady or simply by providing excellent service. Find a rental agreement template online and use that to create your own with all of the relevant property details. You may also consider hiring a lawyer who has experience in the industry to make sure that your rental agreement doesn't leave anything out or include any strange provisions. The rental agreement should specify the rental period, the responsibilities of both you and the renters, and the security deposit. The security deposit is usually one month's rent, but may be subject to state or local limits.
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Obtain insurance. Determine an appropriate rent. Market your rental property. Screen applicants. Draft a rental agreement.