I noticed our attorney's office used it once to stamp my membership certificate, but otherwise I heard the stamp's function is one of tradition rather than necessity.I still use it every now and then for official documents that my manager signs, such as business permits, leases, etc.

After the election, German officials were appointed, and like a miracle, we suddenly had law and order.

The paperwork on the refi could no even officially be started until six months had pass from the original purchase.

Such as the easing of credit policies produced more demand for the supply of available homes, thus the prices began to rise quickly creating the bubble.These policies were passed through the government by the special interest groups with their power and control over our governmental officials.

If that country is central to a larger region, you maintain at least some control over that region.While the U.S. may not need the oil specifically, having control over the Iraqi oil fields and production provides the U.S. a good degree of control over political aspects of the region they otherwise couldn't.Though I still maintain it was just as much for personal profit by senior officials in the last administration as well as personal retaliation again Saddam by W for the assassination attempt on his father.

...and we close out this discussion, ladies and gentlemen, moving to another thread because in 10 short posts it's officially gone off the rails.Next.

First, there is a stickey in the Off Topic section; Political Discussions On BP, where Josh has outline the rules concerning political discussions, so let's take care to follow them.In our new political environment I'm getting concerned about how the real estate industry might change due to political influences and any good business person must give consideration to government oversight and how regulatory changes might impact any business plan.This is not about any one official, (President) but rather the philosphy of the two major parties, the Democrats and the Republicans and their agendas and how,if their respective agendas become reality, could change the way you do business.What is the likelyhood that either party will control the House and Senate and take the Whitehouse?

Hello, I just introduced myself in the new member area so this is my first official post!

I am hopeful that breakdowns and plans as @Pat L. mentioned would be very helpful. that would be like getting to know the execution part.now, a bigger question... how do you know that you are ready to goto architech, builder and bank and start the process officially ?

@Jenkins Ramon Basketball season went well but I am officially done with basketball and am now a Realtor/Investor!