If you are starting a new business, stop looking for cash or seed money and start bartering. Not like, trading your piano for a computer, as in one-to-one trading. Start trading with a barter currency. By joining a third-party bartering organization, such as International Barter Exchange (IBE) in Sarasota, FL, you barter dollars can get you an office, a paint job, and, yes, that computer. The “Third-Party Barter Companies” also serve as a Business Networking Group when the get you connected with other Sarasota Businesses to “pay” for their services with the “Trade Dollars” that you accumulate within the network. That can turn out to be a great way to get new customers that would otherwise never find you. The Barter System also helps to improve efficiency and cash flow. It has been said that “barter is smart business and that is why smart businesses barter.”
When putting together a business plan, include bartering as a marketing tool, where members of your bartering exchange get exposure to your business. Not only do members see your business, but the bartering exchange trade coordinators search for connections where your product/service benefits another member. That introduction leads to trades that can open doors to your new customers. Many barter network members appreciates the role of the barter exchange trade coordinators because they continue to bring new members into their barter network, which gives their businesses a constant flow of new opportunities for trading.
IBE Barter is locally owned and proudly Serving local businesses throughout the entire Suncoast Region including the following communities:
Sarasota FL | Siesta Key FL | Vamo FL | Osprey FL | Nokomis FL | Venice FL | North Port FL | Lakewood Ranch FL | Bradenton FL | St. Petersburg FL | Clearwater FL | Tampa FL |
Sarasota Business Networking Groups help startup company’s
At the onset of business planning, your business may need a brick and mortar facility; window coverings; tile floors; new plumbing and an office. If you use trade dollars for these items, you may save cash for personal items, or, put cash into a kitchen remodel, dinners or travel. But, wait. In a barter exchange with 600 members, chances are, you will find a member who can offer these services, too. You’re not waiting for a bank to approve a loan. You’re not waiting for hand-outs and internet funds. With a barter exchange, you can arrive in town, ready to open shop.
For Example, take IBE Barter Exchange Member, Traci Carroll, Licensed Massage Therapist and owner of Healing Arts & Wellness in Sarasota, FL. “I’m relatively new here, and it’s been very useful and instrumental to me in growing my business. It basically connected me with a whole clientele who wouldn’t find me otherwise. It’s generating new business for me through the barter system. When (members) experience what I do and how I can help them, they refer people to me, who aren’t in the barter system. So, it provides opportunities for cash business. Barter has increased my business, both in barter and cash.”
When the small business grows, the barter exchange grows, by accepting multiple businesses in the same field. You may need carpeting for your new business. A barter exchange may include multiple carpeting reps. In the real marketplace, people like choice. Shoppers look, compare, and then buy. In Sarasota, a barter exchange serves as a mini-marketplace as well as a Business Networking Group. You can pick and choose from a number of carpeting companies. Additionally, if your business aligns with the same industry as the carpeting rep members, you may enjoy a stream of constant referrals. Equally, your customers may become the carpeting rep customers.
Sarasota Business Networking Groups can help generate great referrals
Small business owners in Sarasota Florida have alternatives in managing their business in today’s pandemic economic climate. Bartering offers start-ups and small business owner’s opportunity to keep the cash flowing. New business can thrive using the benefits of barter: a sales team, a network of professionals, a referral network and an opportunity to expand markets.
With hundreds of cardholders locally and over 500,000 businesses through our network, IBE Barter Exchange in Sarasota is helping local businesses increase sales, build customer loyalty and tap into new markets while conserving cash — All by bartering goods and services within the IBE membership network.
To learn more, give us a call today: Phone: (941) 955-6100
With over 670 active members we can help you grow your business. We bring new customers to you through our Sarasota Business Bartering System.
Now that a business owner joins a barter exchange in Sarasota Florida, reciprocates referrals, and grows the business, how does Uncle Sam get his share of all that trading? It doesn’t matter how. It just matters that he gets it.
Barter exchanges in Florida know the inside outs of taxes. They are required to. In 1982, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recognized the revenue passing between businesses through bartering, which prompted the creation of Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA). Barter exchanges have complied. As third-party record keepers, they track sales, broker commission fees, and purchases, and provide monthly statements, similar to a bank. As such, they are required to report to the IRS the actual dollars earned for the year, per member, on a 1099B form. The IRS requires that all Barter Companies report and send all of their members’ 1099B sales electronically.
When joining a Barter Network in Sarasota, members receive a Form W -9 that requires a taxpayer identification number, such as social security. Members also receive Form 1099-B to report their barter income, which matches figures of the exchange’s 1099B. The form shows the value of cash, property, services, credits, or scrip.
Just about any income, including barter, is taxable. “Whether you are required to report it or not, doesn’t change the taxability of it,” says accountant, George Famiglio of Famiglio & Associates, and member of the International Barter Exchange (IBE) in Sarasota, FL. “Whether you do an independent contracting for a company and they pay you, and they forget to send you a 1099, that doesn’t change anything. It’s taxable no matter what.”
Sarasota Business Bartering System
As members receive monthly statements from their Barter Exchange in Sarasota, they keep on top of their deductible expenses. “The goal is to have your expenses off-set your tax liability,” says Ron Unger, Director with IBE. “If you deducted all your proper business expenses, you may come up with a zero balance to the IRS.”
According to the IRS, like other income, barter income, from a Barter Network or individual barter partners, can affect total income tax liability, self-employment tax, excise taxes, state taxes, and employment taxes. If members have completed transactions where the fair market value of the property is more than their cost, the transaction may be reported as business income or capital gains.
At tax filing time, Famiglio suggests the bartering business owner gather invoices, the 1099 B form, and all of their accounting work. Those barter exchange statements make it easy. At least, for Famiglio. “Smart clients are always on fiscal years,” he says.
Business expenses related to barter transactions may be deductible as legitimate business expenses. Deductions can include the initial fee of joining a barter exchange, and, the monthly administration fee, as well as office, vehicle and other operating costs.
Sarasota Business Bartering Network
Bartering also could result in non-deductible personal loss, capital losses, or ordinary business income. For example, a business owner trades five trucks for five new trucks. “There’s no gain because he’s not selling them out to a third party,” Famiglio says. “He’s giving them to a dealer for five new trucks. The tax advantage is, he doesn’t have to report any gain on the trucks.”
Complicated? Not so. “There’s nothing magical about it,” says Famiglio. “Whatever is going to be deducted anyway, it is going to be deductible by barter. So, if somebody pays me in barter credits and I get $500, that person can deduct $500 because they paid their CPA $500.” Or a florist barters $1000 for flooring, he deducts $1000. Bartering in Sarasota can also apply to charity.
Paying tax on the value of goods or services wasn’t always tracked for societal benefit. Since the first Mesopotamia tribes traded their goods and services around 6000 BC, bartering expanded. A bartering system was adopted by Phoenicians, improved by Babylonians and used to pay Roman soldiers’ salaries with salt. In the middle Ages, Europeans traveled to barter furs and crafts. Colonial Americans traded ammunition, deer skins and crops. Though bartering maintained an alternative method of payment in rural areas, it gained popularity throughout the United States during the 1930s Great Depression.
Sarasota Business Bartering System
Individuals continue trading, taking chances, trusting strangers. Business owners, who trade one-to-one, do so at great risk. The risk involves two parties who may not have a “coincidence of wants,” in which they both want what the other has. The items may not be of the same value, or, simply, one trader feels he didn’t get the quality that he traded away. Barter exchanges remove that risk, making the activity of doing trade, business.
Where there is business income, there are taxes. As a business owner adds bartering to his marketing plan, Famiglio suggests the owner include a certified public accountant that is tuned into barter. Bartering is “such a great way to expand your business,” he says. “When you can trade advertising, professional services, janitorial, office services– whatever. That’s smart to do.” It’s a smart way to expand, but it’s also smart to implement bartering within the operating costs of a business, especially, if that business has employees. For example, businesses that once provided a health care insurance plan for employees, and, no longer can afford it, find another way. Companies offer bartering to employees as compensation and bonuses, as long as those goods and services are reported on Form W-2, as they are subject to FICA, FUTA and federal income tax withholding.
“Once you join a barter system in Sarasota Florida, you get a degree in economics automatically, because you understand what the economy is actually about,” says Famiglio. He encourages business owners to grasp a little knowledge of bartering and the tax industry, and find professionals who are unafraid. Simply, barter dollars work as actual dollars. “The uninformed accountant may say, ‘Oh, that’s barter. That’s weird stuff. I don’t want to learn about it’,” says Famigliio. Yet, bartering is not a tax tool; it’s a method of expanding one’s business. And, if that business owner understands the tax benefits, he may enjoy using a superior marketing tool and adding cash to his wallet.
IBE Barter is locally owned and proudly Serving local businesses throughout the entire Suncoast Region including the following communities:
Sarasota FL | Siesta Key FL | Vamo FL | Osprey FL | Nokomis FL | Venice FL | North Port FL | Lakewood Ranch FL | Bradenton FL | St. Petersburg FL | Clearwater FL | Tampa FL |
They try to define you, put you in a box and pigeonhole you. They mistake the “youniqueness” that indelibly is a part of you. Always thriving on a higher vibe, not better than; just truly savoring new experiences and looking at all moments as building blocks to your higher self. You look for every opportunity to lift others up, supporting brands and others who also demonstrate that innate ability to always want to serve a higher cause. Some get it. Some don’t. That doesn’t stop you from the desire to be different, be your best, and to always BSWANKY.
Be the Story
When you are creating one-of-a-kind handbags, works of art, really, and supporting local women with a source of income and a say in designs, plus giving back to the community you love, and beyond, empowerment happens. This is the story of BSWANKY’S founder, Gretchen Bauer. Horrified by the working conditions of the women making bags in a San Antonio factory, Gretchen entered the handbag industry by building a new factory for these same women. When she decided to move the operation to Sarasota, Gretchen gave the factory and business to the women in San Antonio. Sarasota is now the proud home of BSWANKY, where dozens of local non-profits regularly receive support from the sale of BSWANKY bags.
The Bag Says It All
When you can afford any bag in the world, why carry a BSWANKY bag? Legends in our entertainment industry like Faith Hill, Tori Spelling, and Jennie Garth proudly show off their BSWANKY bags. Perhaps it is the impeccable craftsmanship or exquisite functionality. Or that beauty. Scintillating eye candy found in the BSWANKY Luxury Collection, normally saved for that special occasion makes you the occasion every time you put it on. BSWANKY’s empire not only stands on its exquisite designs, it considers eco-friendly standards and ethical sourcing to also be in fashion. Looking for versatility without sacrificing the beauty? The Sophie Bag transforms from tote to backpack with absolute simplicity while efficiently holding your swag. Throw out any former notions of your favorite bag. When Sophie moves in, she is it.
Empowering Women
The women who work in the BSWANKY Sarasota facility have one thing in common; they are highly respected and revered as the heart of the operation. Having say in the design style is just one of the perks of working for BSWANKY. Receiving salaries well above their industry’s pay standards and knowing that the love and craftsmanship they pour into every bag will help countless of others in need is all in a day’s labor of love at BSWANKY.
Smart Bartering
As Gretchen Bauer has led BSWANKY to be a premiere handbag destination internationally, she has always intentionally done so with careful consideration and intensive assistance on behalf of her friends, colleagues, and neighbors in her hometown of Sarasota. As such, her affiliation with International Barter Exchange comes as no surprise. Exceedingly happy with the network of new merchants and customers she has garnered as a result of IBE, Gretchen explains it this way: “The prescreening IBE does provides for a truly magical experience with every interaction I’ve had with other members.” From long-distance moving to advertising wraps for vehicles, Gretchen has been immensely encouraged by the networking and money-saving opportunities IBE has provided, adding capital to BSWANKY’s mission to always be giving back.
Be the Change
With new designs like the Sofita and, further, yet undisclosed designs being added to the BSWANKY line, they are on point to trend set handbags with a cause into the next stratosphere. Be that woman who carries the bag that says I belong, I love others, and encourages others to be their best self. Support companies whose mission serves the greater good of all people, especially women. Be the example. BSWANKY. For more information, please visit https://bswanky.com/.
As parents, there is nothing more rewarding than seeing our children progress in life. Sure, there are bittersweet moments when you wish you had the potion to stop time. Afterall, they grow and change so fast. But to see them blossom in social situations, at home and in their academics, well, there is nothing better. And when challenges present along the way, we turn to trusted, proven, professionals to make sure our children are learning in the way that suits them best. We don’t want a “one size fits all approach” to the things we treasure most; you know you do not get custom, quality outcomes in this realm. Certainly, when it comes to our children, we want an individualized approach to bring out their abilities and tackle their problem academic areas. Kid Potential Sarasota is that beacon of light helping your child over their hurdles and enabling them with the tools they’ll need for long-term success and fun in their learning journey.
Trainers not Teachers
At Kid Potential, all trainers are certified teachers. They prefer to think of their role as more of a trainer than teacher for a number of reasons. The professionals at Kid potential are invested in providing solutions that will assist your child for an entire lifetime with regards to academics, far exceeding the expectation of just preparing for the next test. By strengthening a learner’s cognitive skills, the trainers are giving meaningful tools to the student that will literally change their lives. In the interim they will learn how to act upon the skills they need to complete their homework and study without anxiety and stress wreaking havoc in the home. Beyond that, your child will have what they need to read better, increase test scores and, perhaps, most important of all, finally achieve increased self-esteem.
Strong Cognitive Skills
Kid Potential uses several proven programs and techniques to stimulate your child’s learning potential. Using an individualized approach and a foundation built on fun, innovated strategies including PACE (Processing and Cognitive Enforcement), Master the Code, Play Attention and Florida Brain Trainers for adults and seniors, Kid Potential is for learners of all ages. From Kindergarten to their current oldest student, a 98-year-old learner, their clientele runs the gamut, with their niche falling in the category of students ages eight through 18. They take pride in knowing they are making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adults with learning disabilities, high IQ/low grades, dyslexia, ADD, ADHD, high functioning autism, traumatic brain injury and seniors with mild cognitive impairment.
Kid Potential consistently provides outstanding customer service to families, offering parents the opportunity to accompany their child during the initial evaluation process; uncommon to other companies but standard care at Kid Potential. Secondly, you leave with test results the same day. How often do you get that option as a consumer? And, thirdly, let the pairing begin, as a mantra of “we make learning fun” ensures your child always looks forward to visiting their friends at Kid Potential.
Bartering Saves Money
The principals at Kid Potential have had the pleasure of onboarding many new students and families thanks to their affiliation with IBE. Owner Stacy Collins explains it this way, “IBE is a nice, different way to trade services and grow your business.” We can all relate to the idea that clientele building and marketing of our companies are 24/7 commitments. Adding IBE to your wheelhouse just makes smart business sense and frees up time and money to invest in what you really want. Business owners can save their capital for growth and expansion, while letting IBE take care of fixed monthly expenses.
From covering moving costs to treating herself and others to spa days to patronizing great local restaurants, Stacy is very satisfied and confident in her decision to add IBE as a valued business partner. To grow your business and tap into a new clientele, visit https://www.ibebarter.com/
Isn’t it nice to have all your resources for your most important people, projects, and future plans all assembled into one nice, neat and tidy package? Nobody has the time or tenacity to piecemeal anything these days and why should they? From the time you make some of your most momentous decisions from marrying to having children, there are planners and a multitude of sources out there ready to help with every detail. Need a dress, location, officiant and appetizers for 100 people? No problem, just consult any number of outlets available to be your one-stop-shop.
Then, when you have children, there are online and in-store registries that keep track of your needs, what you’ve received, and offer up reminders on what you may desire in the future. Need to examine area schools? No problem, there are various sites and social media pages that will point you to the best choice for your child, pronto. Have an upcoming graduate who needs university guidance? Guess what? Someone somewhere has that one figured out for you as well. So, why, when you are in the golden years of your life, should it become so difficult to find the best housing, medical facilities and recreational activities? Thankfully, the “someone” we can give the gold star to for coming up with a full-service guide for retirees is Seniors Blue Book. If your special senior isn’t using it, they are missing out on tools that can help them live their best life.
Living in Florida, with all those retirees enjoying their prime years basking in the sun and spending long enjoyable days on beautiful stretches of world-famous beaches really opens an entire world of possibilities. Being mostly retired, seniors of today require an endless list of possibilities to fill their to-do lists. Gone are the days of grueling work hours and raising families; this is their time. With a go-to source like Seniors Blue Book, decisions regarding healthcare, housing, and entertainment are easy to make for both seniors and their families. Described as the “healthcare bible” for seniors, it stands alone as a true resource directory for Florida’s aging population.
So, where can you find Seniors Blue Book for yourself, loved one, neighbor or friend? Well, the short answer is Seniors Blue Book can be found in virtually every Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy between Manatee and Collier counties. Doctor’s offices, medical plazas, and, yes, all those pharmacies encompass a whopping 1700 locations that you can pick up a handy Seniors Blue Book. In addition to the directories, Seniors Blue Book regularly holds “Senior Blue Book University” where 30 to 50 seniors join up to hear professionals’ dish on topics of aging. Additionally, several times a year a “Senior Living Symposium” is held for a day of education geared toward over 400 senior attendees.
Listen up, fellow IBE members, if you have a service that is useful to seniors, it will behoove you to contact Miss Samantha at Seniors Blue Book and take advantage of this tremendous advertising opportunity! Can you imagine getting your A/C, electrical, plumbing, cleaning or signage business in high-quality publications scattered throughout thousands of Florida locations? Sounds like a pretty sweet way to increase your revenue and build your clientele base, all while networking with a fellow IBE member. Samantha and the gang at Seniors Blue Book are looking forward to meeting other like-minded professionals within the IBE network. In addition to getting some great flowers from Beneva Florist and some money-saving visits to an IBE dentist, Samantha is looking forward to perusing other ways that IBE can benefit her business and family.
We all need a roof over our heads, that is just a fact of life. Food, shelter, and the love of others are a list of critical needs, though the order of importance may vary from person to person. When you are a homeowner the most important aspect of home upkeep, along with being one of the costliest, is the roof. If it leaks, then your entire contents and walls are in disrepair. If it has loose tiles or time and the difficult Florida humidity and sun have aged it to the point of no return, then you are without doubt in for quite an expenditure. And, with the way some builders and roofers have tarnished the reputation of an entire profession, who are you to trust? Throughout Manatee, Sarasota, Hillsborough, and Pinellas Counties there is just one name synonymous with trust, reputation and value. For your toughest jobs, you need to call the Roof Patrol at Florida Southern Roofing.
With three generations of skilled roofers within your family company, you know a thing or two about quality workmanship. And, hundreds of Google and Facebook reviews back up the fact that Florida Southern Roofing cares about its clients. “Very happy. Recommended to family and friends, “and “Great quality control from the entire team” are sentiments echoed throughout the comments. Having many of the employees be fourth and fifth generation Sarasota residents does not hurt. Florida Southern Roofing has deep ties to the community, even participating in “Roofs for Heroes,” where recipients can be nominated by neighbors or friends to receive a new roof without huge financial burdens. The folks at Florida Southern Roofing are proud to have served many community members in this way. When the Roof Patrol from Florida Southern Roofing shows up at your home or office, you know you are getting the utmost in professionalism, expertise, and courtesy.
While many roofing companies are happy to replace your existing roof, not all will do repairs. The Roof Patrol is happy to diagnose the problems in your residential or commercial roof and offer money-saving alternatives to repair rather than replace. They more value their reputation built on integrity and fairness than trying to upsell their clients. With lifetime guarantees on metal, tile, and shingle roofs, you can trust the professionals at Florida Southern Roofing to tackle even the toughest residential or commercial roof job. Their Building Connections Dream Team ensures your roof job, or home repair is handled within a network of vetted, and trusted professionals’ intent on making your residence into the dream home you have always envisioned. Get your free estimate today and start the new decade with a safe, weather-resistant, tough-as-nails roof from Florida Southern Roofing.
Just as they nail the roof down on your home or office, the Roof Patrol at Florida Southern Roofing likes to feel as secure about the professional organizations they are affiliated with. As a member of IBE for well over 20 years, they have grown to expect the same respect and highest customer care from their bartering experiences as they extend to their own clientele. With IBE, they can take care of fixed monthly expenses with the help of IBE, something that has proven to be very cost effective all these years later. The money saved while doing business with IBE? Priceless. Associating yourself with like-minded professionals who believe in saving a buck while helping friends and neighbors? Absolutely necessary. What are you waiting for? Make the call to the friendly folks at IBE and let the savings begin.
Sometimes you need to move your body, that is just a fact. Dancing is the vehicle by which you achieve this natural urge to groove to the beat. For some, it comes easily as they remember wiggling about as toddlers, always ready to dance with anyone who was willing. Then, as they grew up the urge to boogie never subsided as proms, weddings, and evenings out at dance clubs showcased those talented twinkle toes. For others, dancing is something only dreamt about, as inhibitions and two left feet meant keeping a safe distance from any dancefloor was a good bet. But in the heart of everyone is a desire to move to the music, to let go, lose all inhibitions, and just feel free. It is there, even if another person must pull it out of them. If you are looking to up your game when the DJ spins your favorite tune, or maybe just want to look sweet during your first dance as wife and husband, consider lessons from Dancing on the Suncoast. Located in the heart of Lakewood Ranch, they are the go-to dance studio for many in the Sarasota and Bradenton areas.
Today, all the rage in wedding activities is hitting the dance floor as husband and wife, with a well-choreographed dance routine in tow. Patrick Johnson and his wife Cyntia opened Dancing on the Suncoast in 2001 and since that time have seen a dramatic uptick in people coming in for lessons for a specific occasion. Patrick explains, “I would say that is the bulk of our business, though we do see people coming in who want to look better as a dancing couple or learn moves they can use at the clubs.” Both with esteemed, championship dance backgrounds, Patrick and Cyntia love to watch the progression of their dancers. “Many times, it is the wife who comes in wanting the husband to learn to dance and he may not even show up for the first lesson. But they eventually come in and often cannot believe how much they love it.”
Individualized choreographed dance routines for father/daughter dances, proms and anniversaries are also a hot-ticket item. “People tell us what they want, what emotions they are trying to convey, and we pair the routine with their music for a one-of-a-kind dance. It is wonderful to see the results.” Patrick goes on to say the dance studio participates in several competitions throughout the year and utilizes their space for parties, dance recitals and similar events. “We see all ages coming in for a variety of dance lessons and we happily help them all reach their goals.”
Whether you are looking for private, individualized, couples, or social group lessons, Dancing on the Suncoast has been improving the moves of hundreds of lesson recipients, allowing them to feel confident on the dancefloor. From Latin-inspired dances like the salsa or merengue to swing and ballroom, it does not matter they type of dance lesson you are seeking just that your heart and mind are into it. From teens to centenarians, the feet always learn to follow.
A wonderful way to learn how to dance is to use bartering to procure your lessons. At Dancing on the Suncoast, they are happy to see new clients who are there through affiliations with the International Barter Exchange. As Patrick likes to tell people who may be on the fence about joining IBE, “We love all of the people we have met through IBE, it is just a wonderful way to network and grow your business.” Patrick and Cyntia enjoy the practicality of IBE but also the more elaborate services they can receive by using IBE. From car maintenance to massages, Hubcaps to teeth caps, and all the ABC’s of saving in-between, when it comes to IBE, ease of use and client satisfaction are inherent to the bartering process.
Some people are just born to entertain others. The service industry isn’t for everyone, but, with the right personality, it can be a marvelous route for someone with people skills and a talent for small talk. And, when that person has lived practically his entire life in the greater Sarasota area, developing relationships and cultivating connections – – well, magic happens. Thus, the case for namesake Eddie Ward of Eddie Ward Limousines. If you are looking for a fun ride, and maybe great seats for a rocking concert, don’t look any further than the fun guy driving the sparkly pink limousine.
For Eddie Ward, you just need to do one thing in order to ride in one of his amazing limousines. It involves a three-letter word. Any guesses? It is have F-U-N. After a career that has stemmed decades of driving for raucous rockers like Motley Crew and reality stars like Donald Trump, pre-presidential days, Eddie has learned the ropes amongst some of the most demanding stars and corporate VIP’s. As a private chauffeur for the famous or as a limousine driver for corporate families looking for something fun to do while in town for business, Eddie Ward holds the golden ticket in fun limousine rides for all.
“It’s not about driving a car,” Eddie explains. “It is about people challenging me with their oddest or most difficult request and being able to meet that client’s needs.” With a “no limits” attitude, Eddie is just as happy taking families for a dolphin watching excursion as he is easily navigating the Miami cruise ports for a stress-free delivery of a party of five. With all the trips he has made, Eddie is quick to say, “Kids’ parties with the parents so happy to see their kids excited for the limo is really the best part of the job.” With five cars, (one of them pink, not just everyday pink, but sparkly pink), and seven drivers, all licensed and insured, Eddie and his team can make sure you arrive in style for every occasion. Whether it be a wedding, birthday, prom, or reunion celebration, with just about every event sandwiched in-between, Eddie Ward Limousines is your fun ride to everywhere.
As a new member of IBE since 2018, Eddie joined IBE with one motivation in mind, painful teeth issues. After careful research he concluded the most cost-effective way to get his pearly whites repaired was to join the International Barter Exchange. With IBE, he could invest necessary capital into his limo business and let bartering take care of that pesky dental work. Eddie has never looked back, but he sure is smiling at the prospect of new ventures and newfound friends within the extensive network of IBE merchants. “In the short time that I have been a member it has absolutely been a success for me. I accomplished what I needed to and now look forward to seeing what else it has to offer and who else I can do business with.” Eddie Ward is just another one of dozens of happy, money-saving business members in the thriving IBE organization.
Having the correct blinds and curtains adorning your windows is akin to remembering to add mascara, or, even better, fake lashes to make your eyes pop. You want something that reflects your distinct personality. Something too lacey undermines your spirited heart and boxy blinds are way too angular for your fun-loving nature. Yes, it is that added touch to your home that speaks to your own sense of style and lets the world know that your living space is complete. And, if you are searching for “American Made,” then look no more. Domenick’s Blinds & Décor has every window, door, and living area lovingly covered.
We have all been there. Home complete, windows washed, landscape set, and it is time to move in. Immediately the honeymoon stage of home ownership subsides in favor of real live thoughts on energy conservation and heat reduction. Enter energy-saving window treatments! Did you know that beautiful shades, blinds, and shutters could serve a dual purpose of saving you money on your energy bills month after month, year after year? That is a successful marriage between fashion and function, something any decorator can get behind. But, with so many choices, which type of window treatment will fit your budget and tastes in perfect union? Thankfully, the experts at Domenick’s Blinds & Décor are there to help with your window treatment needs.
When it comes to selecting the adornments for your windows, the offerings at Domenick’s far exceed what you see in the showroom. Behind every transaction lies a competent salesperson with the knowledge to guide you through decisions like fitting oddly shaped enclosures and meeting extreme black-out needs. With years of experience behind every recommendation, the professionals at Domenick’s Blinds & Décor have an idea for every budgetary consideration. With convenient in-home measurements and estimates you don’t have to worry about the “right” time to upgrade your window treatments. Because, we all know if we leave items like this to the “right” time, they will never get done. At Domenick’s, time, money and client satisfaction back every blind they sell so you can be assured of satisfaction the first time around. And, if the need for repairs or cleaning arises down the road, Domenick’s is your go-to destination for these services as well.
When it comes to IBE, Domenick’s owner, Jill Runyan, describes her experiences like this, “It is networking, marketing, and saving all in one.” Perhaps that explains her ten-plus years’ relationship with the well-organized barter organization. Jill goes on to say, “We use it for everything from gift certificates and recognition for employees, holiday parties at unique venues, and the day-to-day expenses like pest control and payroll.” The easy-going nature of the other merchants has made it simple for Jill to make new relationships with people, something she has appreciated since relocating to Florida. “Everyone is so friendly and helpful, and just all-around easy to do business with.” Jill and her team know that if there is a fixed monthly expense coming out of their budget, they can consult IBE for money-saving alternatives to pay for these and similar items. IBE is a sound decision for any business owner looking to trim the fat and put all the profits right back into the business.
Living in paradise is a tough job, isn’t it? I mean, we never get to use those snow shovels which seem to be such handy items. We rarely get to wear our fashionable “winter” boots, and the gloves literally never make it out of the drawers. And, those seat warmers in the automobiles? When will we ever be able to turn those things on? Yes, someone must take the hit and live where it is sunny and warm virtually every single day.
Speaking of the lucky percentage of the world’s population who have the privilege of residing in beautiful Florida, let’s talk about maximizing the time spent in the glorious outdoors. That sun – – it is intense. We have all experienced the pains that can come from spending too much time under the sun’s harmful rays. Yet, we go back for more because a backyard BBQ with friends, complete with a cornhole tournament, far outweighs any sunburn. But, if you could have your proverbial cake and eat it too, as in what if you could spend all day outside and still be able to be shielded from the sun’s heat? Absolute Aluminum has you covered, literally.
Absolute Aluminum is the premier leader in ratcheting up your outdoor living experience. With their extensive line of innovative products designed to turn outdoor areas into extra living spaces for the entire family, every square inch of your property can be used for your relaxation. From retractable screens to adjustable pergolas, you never have to worry about the weather being anything but perfect. When the rains come in, their state-of-the-art products allow for the flip of a switch to keep you dry, without the need to run inside for protective cover. And, if you are planning to enjoy iced tea with an old friend at high noon and want to relax poolside, no problem. A variety of beautiful products will provide continuous shade protection so you can enjoy the extreme Florida paradise that we call home.
From pool enclosures to lanais, firepits, pavers and travertines, the go-to source that scores of Suncoast residents flock to is Absolute Aluminum. The reviews are in and, quite frankly, they are stellar. Estate gates, outdoor kitchens, carports, covered awnings – – there is simply nothing the folks at Absolute Aluminum cannot do for you. Unlike many of their competitors, Absolute Awning thoroughly presents every possible idea to fulfill a client’s desires for their outdoor spaces. With style, budget, and product in mind, their design solutions are meeting and exceeding clients’ expectations on a daily basis. Their three tenets, “education, communication, and quality” make it possible for so many to enjoy a 24/7, 365-day approach to enjoying all that Florida has to offer.
When it comes to monthly fixed expenses, Absolute Aluminum loves to tap into the money-saving power of the International Barter Exchange. For items like shredding, bartering is a wonderful funding solution, which allows the folks at Absolute Aluminum to hang onto their capital for expansion and new product lines. IBE has become a wonderful solution for recognizing exemplary salespeople through Absolute Aluminum’s President’s Club. They use popular QR certificates to amazing restaurants as incentives for their already wonderful employees.
