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Send us a textThis week we look to deunk myths about rising autism rates and explain the genetic and environmental factors at play, while exploring the resurrection of dire wolves through genetic engineering and how puppy cognition predicts adult dog behavior.• CDC data shows autism diagnoses increased from 1 in 150 children in 2000 to 1 in 31 in 2022• Approximately 80% of autism cases stem from inherited genetic variations with 200+ genes linked to early brain development• Better screening, diagnosis, and awareness accounts for much of the increase in autism rates• Scientists have genetically engineered puppies with dire wolf traits using DNA from ancient remains• The three pups—Romulus, Remus, and Khaleesi—received 20 gene edits targeting coat color, body size, and facial features• Study of 1,400+ puppies shows early cognitive traits persist into adulthood• Puppies good at following pointing gestures became more trainable adults, while those with better impulse control grew into calmer dogs• Understanding puppy cognition allows for customized training approaches that support lifelong well-beingSome Links and Studies:https://www.sciencenews.org/article/autism-adhd-risk-not-linked-prenatal-exposure-antidepressantsS. Gilman et al. Rare de novo variants associated with autism implicate a large functional network of genes involved in formation and function of synapses. Neuron, Vol. 70, June 9, 2011. DOI:10.1016/j.neuron.2011.05.021D. Levy et al. Rare De Novo and Transmitted Copy-Number Variation in Autistic Spectrum Disorders. Neuron, Vol. 70, June 9, 2011. DOI 10.1016/j.neuron.2011.05.015Y. Sakai et al. Protein interactome reveals converging molecular pathways among autism disorders. Science Translational Medicine, Vol. 3, June 8, 2011. doi: 10.1126/scitranslmed.3002166Sanders et al. Multiple Recurrent De Novo CNVs, Including Duplications of the 7q11.23 Williams Syndrome Region, Are Strongly Associated with Autism. Neuron, Vol. 70, June 9, 2011. DOI:10.1016/j.neuron.2011.05.015C. Schaaf et al. Oligogenic heterozygosity in individuals with high-functioning autism spectrum disorder. Human Molecular Genetics. doi: 10.1093/hmg/ddr243. Available online: [Go to]C.P. Schaaf and H.Y. Zoghbi. Solving the autism puzzle a few pieces at a time. Neuron, Vol. 70, June 9, 2011. DOI: 10.1016/j.neuron.2011.05.025I. Voineagu et al. Transcriptomic analysis of autistic brain reveals convergent molecular pathology. Nature. doi: doi:10.1038/nature10110Our links:Our Website!  www.bunsenbernerbmd.comSign up for our Weekly Newsletter!Bunsen and Beaker on Twitter:Bunsen and Beaker on TikTokSupport the showFor Science, Empathy, and Cuteness!Being Kind is a Superpower.https://twitter.com/bunsenbernerbmd

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Ryan Schaaf on Digital Games-Based LearningIn this episode of Experience Points, host Dave Eng interviews Dr. Ryan Schaaf, an award-winning professor and author, about the transformative role of digital games-based learning in education. Dr. Schaaf shares his journey as a gamer and educator, highlighting how games foster skills like problem-solving, collaboration, and critical thinking. He explores the unique needs of the "always-on generation" and discusses barriers to adoption, such as funding, training, and data privacy. Offering actionable advice, Dr. Schaaf suggests educators start small by integrating vetted games into lessons. He also teases an upcoming resource to support educators in adopting game-based learning.If you liked this episode please consider commenting, sharing, and subscribing.Subscribing is absolutely free and ensures that you'll get the next episode of Experience Points delivered directly to you.I'd also love it if you took some time to rate the show!I live to lift others with learning.  So, if you found this episode useful, consider sharing it with someone who could benefit.Also make sure to visit University XP online at www.universityxp.com University XP is also on Twitter @University_XP and on Facebook and LinkedIn as University XPAlso, feel free to email me anytime at dave@universityxp.comGame on!Get the full transcript and references for this episode here: https://www.universityxp.com/podcast/135Support the show

Georgetown University starting shortstop Blake Schaaf joins Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez to discuss his baseball journey! Heading into conference play, Blake takes us through his first two seasons at Georgetown, his approach at the plate and in the field and so much more!! Thanks so much for joining us Blake!! 

Michelle and Eric both enthusiastically converse with Kathe Schaaf of Women of Spirit and Faith as they explore the nuances of what the rising of the feminine means to the landscape of a radically and rapidly changing world.  Among many things, they discuss the need for both the feminine and masculine principles to find balance and embrace self love.Kathe shared after the show that people are really struggling right now because they're focused on the fear machine and it's so important to focus on joy and light.Excerpt from Kathe's recent newsletter that Michelle read during the show: “There is no doubt anymore about the urgency; we need to make the radical choice of reclaiming grace now.Only then can we stand in our own natural spiritual authority and be guided by Spirit how to serve at this time with exquisite perfection. The sacred embodiment of the feminine is a potent healing formula of activated intuition, deep wisdom, clarity of intention and a profoundly nurturing form of love. When we step onto our true path, each of us begins generating grace in our families, in our communities and across this beautiful planet. This is how we create a new world”.http://katheschaaf.com/https://womenofspiritandfaith.org/the-book/

Are you approaching your marketing the wrong way? In today's episode, I'm chatting with Dayna Schaaf about her “marketing jar” strategy and why social media should be the last step in your marketing. Plus, Dayna and I share our top tips for success with your email newsletter. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it's like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you're trying to find balance in this exciting place you're in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by Marketing That Attracts, my new course that will give you clarity on your marketing strategy and attract your ideal clients. In this course, you will learn five organic marketing strategies for photographers and advice for how to implement them into your business. Join today and get access to even more additional resources like templates, trainings, and organizational tools. Review the Show Notes:Get to know Dayna (1:49)Dayna's “marketing jar” approach (3:28)Getting started the right way: with rocks (9:08)You have to provide a way to stay in touch with you (18:22)What defines your pebbles (21:10)Your email newsletter strategy (26:32)How to use social media in your marketing (36:54)Making your Instagram work for you (42:09)The one step you need to better your marketing today (45:49)Rapid-fire questions (48:47)Connect with Dayna:Marketing Jar Worksheet: thiscantbethathard.com/marketingjarFree Manychat Training for Photographers: thiscantbethathard.com/manychatWebsite: go.thiscantbethathard.com/clubInstagram: instagram.com/thiscantbethathard_Connect with Sabrina:Marketing That Attracts: sabrinagebhardt.krtra.com/t/hWKA5zJm9GZaPersonality Portrait Blueprint: sabrinagebhardt.com/personalityInstagram: instagram.com/sabrinagebhardtphotographyWebsite: sabrinagebhardt.comColie James Airtable for Photographers: coliejames.com/airtable Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In dieser Episode spreche ich mit Christiane Schaaf von Generationenberatung24 über ein Thema, das uns alle betrifft: die Planung des Ruhestands. Wann ist der richtige Zeitpunkt, um sich mit der eigenen finanziellen Zukunft zu befassen? Welche Fallstricke gibt es bei der Altersvorsorge, und warum sollten gerade Unternehmer und Handwerksbetriebe frühzeitig planen?Christiane bringt wertvolle Einblicke aus ihrer langjährigen Erfahrung als Financial Plannerin und Generationenberaterin mit. Wir sprechen darüber, warum viele Menschen das Thema Ruhestand aufschieben – und warum genau das fatale Folgen haben kann.Egal, ob es um die richtige Altersvorsorge, Vermögenssicherung oder die Nachfolgeplanung für Unternehmen geht – diese Folge gibt dir wertvolle Impulse, um deine finanzielle Zukunft aktiv zu gestalten.

Der Tresen verarbeitet den letzten Sonntag. Banner in Richtung Newcastle hängen auf der Kong Harald neben den Rettungsbooten auf denen der HSV kein Platz findet. Wir schneiden die Ringnetzte ab und huldigen den U Mannschaften. Ein Podcast gegen Seekrankheit.

Following a previous episode that examined the pro-perspective, in this episode, we discuss counterarguments against a Bitcoin Reserve with Dr. Jürgen Schaaf from the European Central Bank (ECB)

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Does your marketing strategy and content fall flat? Maybe you struggle with knowing what to create. In today's episode, Dayna Schaaf of This Can't Be That Hard joins us to introduce The Marketing Jar, an analogy which categorizes marketing efforts into rocks, pebbles, sand, and water. Listen in as they share how prioritizing high-impact activities (rocks) and spreading them throughout the year while filling in with medium-impact (pebbles), foundational (sand), and daily tasks (water) can help photographers strategically plan their marketing. Grab the planner mentioned in today's episode!Today's episode is brought to you by my Content Organization Hub! If you are drowning in a sea of post its trying to keep track of all your content ideas or maybe you're struggling to remember what you posted on which platform and when, I totally get it.That's why I created the content organization hub for air table for just 9. You can finally put an end to content chaos. Imagine having all your marketing content in one central location. Easily linked, perfectly organized, and ready to go whenever you are. Grab the Content Organization Hub and get 10% off with code PODCAST!BUY NOW >>Find it Quickly:00:21 - Meet Dayna01:56 - The Marketing Jar Analogy: Planning Your Content Strategy2:47 - The Rocks: High Impact Activities13:15 - The Pebbles: Medium Impact Activities17:07 - The Sand: Foundational 19:58 - The Water: Daily Tasks 22:49 - Evergreen Content and Automation Tips31:53 - Recap and Resources for Effective Marketing

276 - Are you ready to fill your marketing jar? This week, I'm chatting with Dayna Schaaf from This Can't Be That Hard about how to create a powerful marketing plan tailored to your photography business. We'll cover everything from big-picture campaigns to maximizing social media, so you'll leave with a clear, actionable strategy to grow your business this year!What to listen for:What the “marketing jar” is and how it can transform your strategy.Why social media isn't your only (or best) marketing tool.How to identify your marketing “rocks” and why they should come first.Easy blogging topics you can start with today.Why email marketing is non-negotiable—and how to get started.Practical advice for creating consistent social media content.Dana's best advice for photographers feeling overwhelmed by marketing.If marketing has ever felt overwhelming or unclear, this episode is your roadmap to success. By breaking down your marketing strategy into manageable steps, you'll be able to focus your energy on what works and build a sustainable system for growth. Ready to fill your marketing jar? Start with one “rock” and watch your business flourish!Don't forget to grab Dana's free Marketing Jar Worksheet at www.thiscantbethathard.com/marketingjar, and let us know how you're putting these ideas into action.Important Links:Download Dana's Marketing Jar Worksheet: www.thiscantbethathard.com/marketingjarHair of the Dog Academy: www.hairofthedogacademy.comFreedom Focus Formula: www.freedomfocusformula.comElevate Program: www.freedomfocusformula.com/elevateCommercial Pet Photography Academy: www.hairofthedogacademy.com/commercialConnect with DaynaThis Can't Be That Hard WebsiteThis Can't Be That Hard FacebookThis Can't Be That Hard on InstagramThe Trio of Trouble on InstagramAre you enjoying the Freedom Focus Photography Podcast? Please leave a rating or a review!JOIN THE PARTY: Connect with us on Instagram Explore valuable pet photography resources here Discover effective pricing and sales strategies for all portrait photographers. Ready to grow your business? Elevate helps you do just that. Check out our recommended gear and favorite books.

In the latest episode of the Profitable Performance Marketing Podcast, host Jake Fuller sits down with Brook Schaaf, Co-Founder and CEO at FMTC, to issue a masterclass on deal and coupon sites. If you've ever pondered the difference between them, or how to maximize the ROI of these affiliates, this conversation is sure to enlighten. To demonstrate that the ecosystem is capable of self-governance, Brook explains how FMTC streamlines the way retailers distribute deals and promotions, and ensures your brand doesn't look like it's stuck in a time warp with expired offers. They also dive into the misconception that these sites exist only to poach sales, when in fact they actually drive new consumer engagement, and Brook encourages brands to get creative with their promotions. Tune in as this episode turns chaos into clarity.

In this episode of The MHP Broker's  Tips and Tricks Closing Cocktails podcast, Maxwell Baker, president of The Mobile Home Park Broker, interviewed The MHP Broker's Paul Schaaf regarding his recent sale of a storage facility, mobile home park and RV community in Parkersburg, West Virginia. As with every Tips and Tricks podcast episode, this one is brought to you by The MHP Broker's proprietary Community Price Maximizer. Use this four-step system to get the highest price possible for your mobile home park or RV community when you sell it through The MHP Broker. Guaranteed. Call Max for details. Here Are the Show Highlights: Max introduced broker Paul Schaaf to discuss his sale of Gihon Self Storage Facility and RV Park in Parkersburg, West Virginia. (00:22) The owner had acquired the park as part of a bankruptcy settlement, so his heart wasn't really in it. He was running it from out of state. It had three verticals: a mobile home park, RV community and self-storage facility. He had a good on-site manager taking care of the day-to-daay, but contacted Paul because he was getting unsolicited offers. The self-storage vertical was running pretty well, with 150 units and about 75 percent occupancy. The mobile home vertical was a mess, though. A lot of houses in poor shape that had to be taken out.  The offers were generally just for the self-storage business, but the owner wanted to sell everything as a single unit. They put together a nice marketing package and had multiple offers. The seller had a nice financing program, which helped attract qualified buyers. (Paul, 1:12) The owners offered self financing on a portion of the loan at about five percent with a three-year balloon payment. (Paul, 3:15) The deal went well, even though the buyer was taking on the mobile home vertical that needed a lot of work. The deal closed in about 45 days. (Paul, 3:49) The buyer was someone Paul had worked with in the past. They had money from family and friends, and had invested in commercial properties before. They were just getting into buying mobile home parks, and had a few properties. Having worked with him before, Paul trusted that they could close without major issues, and that's what happened. (Paul, 4:05) Paul's takeaway was that sellers must be patient, especially if they have properties that are challenging to sell. This one, for instance, had problem houses that had to be removed and replaced. But when you have good buyers and sellers, as he did here, the deal can go quickly and smoothly and be a pleasure to work. (Paul, 4:49) Bring us your most challenging deals. At The Mobile Home Broker, we have years of experience selling mobile home parks, RV communities and all of the other verticals that might be part of the transaction. Call Paul Schaaf or Max Baker at The MHP Broker, (678) 932-0200. Op drop ‘em a line at info@themhpbroker.com. Power Quotes in This Episode: “We are good at those deals in the secondary, tertiary markets. Don't get me wrong. We do big deals. I mean, we just closed a nice $9 million deal recently, and have done upwards toward the multi-million dollar deals as well, up in the 30s. So, we do a lot of deals. We do all types.” (Max, 5:23)

In this episode of Bits + Bips, hosts James Seyffart, Alex Kruger, and Joe McCann are joined by Jeff Park of Bitwise to discuss some of the latest developments in the crypto world. They share their thoughts on a controversial ECB paper about Bitcoin, breaking down why they believe the authors missed the mark. They also dive into the rising institutional interest in spot Bitcoin ETFs and how Trump's momentum in the polls could impact the market, especially for altcoins. Plus, the conversation explores the significance of Bitcoin ETF options and why they could have a larger impact than many expect. Show highlights: Why the guys believe that the ECB paper on Bitcoin is a joke How the Minneapolis Fed report said that prohibiting Bitcoin would allow the government to operate at permanent deficits  The institutional demand for spot bitcoin ETFs How Trump has been rising in the polls and what the Trump trade looks like at the moment Whether polls and Poylmarket bets on the U.S. elections are manipulated How the Fed is putting more focus on jobs than inflation When the bitcoin ETF options might launch and which issuers will get it first How memecoins succeed and the rise of AI memecoins like GOAT, fueled by the AI bot truth_terminal What the $1.1 billion acquisition by Stripe of stablecoin company Bridge means  Why Donald Trump's World Liberty Financial token sale was a flop Sponsors: Gemini Stellar  Hosts: James Seyffart, Research Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence Alex Kruger, Founder of Asgard Joe McCann, Founder, CEO, and CIO of Asymmetric Guest: Jeff Park, Head of Alpha Strategies at Bitwise Links ECB paper on bitcoin: Bitcoin Appreciation Could Be ‘Fuelling The Division Of Society' Omid Malekan's rebuttal to the paper by Bindseil & Schaaf (of the ECB) Minneapolis Fed report: Unique Implementation of Permanent Primary Deficits? | Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis Alex Kruger's tweet on memecoins  Alex Thorn's tweet on bitcoin adjusted by inflation Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 03:08 Why the ECB's Bitcoin paper missed the mark 10:17 Political motivations behind the Minneapolis Fed report on Bitcoin 14:18 Rising institutional demand for spot Bitcoin ETFs 21:38 How Trump's poll momentum could impact crypto 32:14 Are election polls and Polymarket bets manipulated? 43:36 Why the Fed is prioritizing jobs over inflation 52:37 When will Bitcoin ETF options launch? 1:01:08 What makes memecoins, including AI memecoins like GOAT, succeed? 1:13:00 The significance of Stripe's $1.1 billion crypto deal 1:18:02 Why the WLFI token sale was a “flop” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Schaaf is a retired attorney and co-author of the book Hidden History of Kentucky Political Scandals. His op-ed “Church schools restrict choice, yet want public funds" appeared in the Louisville Courier September 16th, 2024. John Schaaf explains that when taxpayer's money is used to fund private schools it drains money from public school system and private schools often prevent students of color from attending private schools.

In this episode of The MHP Broker's  Tips and Tricks Closing Cocktails podcast, Maxwell Baker, president of The Mobile Home Park Broker, chatted withThe MHP Broker's Paul Schaaf about his recent closing on a mobile home park in Flowery Branch, Georgia. As with every Tips and Tricks podcast episode, this one is brought to you by The MHP Broker's proprietary Community Price Maximizer. Use this four-step system to get the highest price possible for your mobile home park or RV community when you sell it through The MHP Broker. Guaranteed. Call Max for details. Here Are the Show Highlights: Max asked broker Paul Schaaf to discuss his Trails West Mobile Home Park in Georgia. The park included a little lakefront property on Lake Lanier, a definite feature attraction for prospective buyers. (Max, 00:22) Trails West MHP is in Flowery Branch, a very desirable community near Lake Lanier in northern Georgia. It's got a good school system and home values have skyrocketed. (Paul 1:30) The sellers were mostly involved with the development of single-family homes. (Max, 1:44) The selling group actually consisted of four investors, which brought added challenges. Paul had to make sure that everyone was on board for every decision and marketing strategy. It was a large and highly ranked park, so selling it was a major endeavor. (Pal, 2:05) The property has city water and city sewer, always desirable factors for buyers. The owners had made major investments in infrastructure, including electrical. But there was still ample opportunity for buyers, including the infilling of about 30 lots and rents that were about $200 under market rates. So while a buyer was getting a park in excellent condition, there was still plenty of “meat on the bone” in terms of adding value. (Paul, 2:56) The buyers held a short-term loan and made a large down payment to attain seller financing. It was a very smooth transaction and both parties were happy with the outcome. No major hiccups at all.  (Paul, 3:40) The buyers were a man and woman who Max had done business with on more than one occasion. In addition to having a good buyer pool, as this sale proves, The MHP Broker takes the competitive edge with great customer service and effective process orientation, the use of relevant data and the ability to put investors and motivated lenders together. (Max, 4:27) This deal, with 150 pads, was larger than what Paul usually sees, but he was thrilled to have the opportunity to handle Trails West along with the small and medium-size deals he's more accustomed to. (Paul, 6:03) The brokers at The MHP Broker all have the talent and instincts to form good working relationships with buyers and sellers, which helps them get ahead of any problems that might come up, and move the transaction successfully forward. (Paul, 7:52) You got a large mobile home park or RV community you're thinking of putting on the market? Medium? Small? Whatever the size of our manufactured home community, Paul Schaaf and the other brokers at The Mobile Home Broker have the experience and the knack for selling it at your optimal price. Call Paul or Max Baker at (678) 932-0200 or drop us a line at info@themhpbroker.com Power Quotes in This Episode: (Regarding this deal) “I think the buyer benefited from all that work, and that was what was appetizing for them. The work was already done and there was still meat on the bone with infilling about 30-some odd lots. The rents were, you know, I want to say $200 below market.” (Paul, 2:56) ”It was just a very smooth transaction…both sides of the table were very satisfied.” (Paul, 3:40) "Y'all, we have the same buyer pool (as the competitors). It's really about customer service, and it's really about knowing the local markets, and it's really …about the data that we have, that we've all dug up personally here at the company, and just the amount of value that we add to the situation. We've seen a thing or two. I mean, we've got other competitors out there that forget to check whether or not the money's been deposited in escrow. We're here at our firm. We're very, very like clockwork, yeah, systematic, yeah.” (Max, 4:27) “...we've been there and done it. And at the end of the day, we're gonna get the job done.” (Max, 5:21) "I think that it's always fun times on these larger deals, and count on us to continue to be in whatever market we're in. Even with these higher interest rates, we can put deals together that make sense for all parties.” (Paul, 6:39) “(It's) our job is to be two, three steps ahead of any catastrophic drama that would affect that deal. That's why our closing ratio is north of 86 percent. Once we put a deal on our contract, we typically close it because we've done impeccable upfront due diligence on your community or communities, and we try and get debt lined up.” (Max, 6:55)

Le drame qui a marqué les habitants de Bitche en Moselle. Au cours de l'été 2001, le vélo de Karine, 16 ans, est retrouvé abimé sur les lieux d'un accident. Un témoin a vu une Mazda blanche prendre la fuite…

Le drame qui a marqué les habitants de Bitche en Moselle. Au cours de l'été 2001, le vélo de Karine, 16 ans, est retrouvé abimé sur les lieux d'un accident. Un témoin a vu une Mazda blanche prendre la fuite…

Der September ist da. Und mit ihm entwickelt der Sommer noch einmal richtig Kraft. Was kühlt das mehr als zwei kühle, blonde Biere aus deutschen Landen. Ein Klassiker welches unsere Gaumen erfeut, dass Haake Beck Pils. Auch schön: das "Geselle auf der Walz" von Paderborner. Markus kredenzt uns heute zwei besondere Dips. Einen wunderbare Guacamole sowie duftendes Hummus aus Kichererbsen. Heute erzählen wir euch die Geschichte vom kleinen Flumo. Einer kleinen Schiege. Oder einem Zaaf. Ganz wie man es nennen will. Am Ende ist Flumo das Ergebnis einer Liebe zwischen Schaaf und Ziege. Auch erfahrt ihr, welches die nervigsten Dialekte in Deutschland sind. Laut einer Umfrage. Wisst ihr, warum Fanta in einigen Ländern Europas anders schmeckt als in Deutschland? Wir verraten es euch. Habt ihr im September und Oktober schon was vor? Nein? Dann kommt doch zum WiederWorte-Festival ins Emsland und der Grafschaft Bentheim. Ansonsten schaut euch am besten das neue Geburtstagslied von Marcus "Bruni" Bruns auf YouTube an. Passt aber auf, dass eure Verwandten euch euer Haus nicht mit einer 2 Meter hohen Mauer aus Bierkästen zubauen. Gibt`s nicht? Gibt`s doch! Hört rein! Viel Spaß mit unserem neuen Plattlandabendteuer!

In this episode of The MHP Broker's Tips and Tricks podcast, Maxwell Baker, president of The Mobile Home Park Broker, interviewed broker Paul Schaaf regarding his successful close of Pine Meadows RV Park.  As with every Tips and Tricks podcast episode, this one is brought to you by The MHP Broker's proprietary Community Price Maximizer. Use this four-step system to get the highest price possible for your mobile home park or RV community when you sell it through The MHP Broker. Guaranteed. Call Max for details. Here Are the Show Highlights: Pine Meadows was a very fun deal for Paul. The owners had bought a decrepit mobile home park, ripped out everything and transformed it into an RV park running on natural gas and high grade infrastructure. (Paul, 1:30) When they sold, their buyers financed the deal through a national lender that the buyer had successfully dealt with before. Paul and The MHP Broker helped by providing data that showed impressive rent growth over the last three to six months at the park. (Paul, 2:31) The only real challenge to the sale was the sellers listening to a friend who brought in a prospective buyer. But Paul's buyer offered more money and better terms, and was better vetted by Paul. As a result of listening to Paul and accepting his buyer, the seller put some $100,000 more in their pockets than they would have if they'd considered their friend's buyer. (Paul, 4:10) That other offer came through an old buddy of the seller. His buyer wanted 120 days for due diligence and was only offering a scant $1,000 in earnest money. Paul, along with his team partner Ryan Ramseur, convinced the owners about what a bad deal that would be, and they delivered that much better offer at a much better sale price. (Max, 5:00) A savvy, experienced broker makes all the difference and will put more money in your pocket. If you're thinking of selling your mobile home park or RV community, call Paul Schaaf or contact Max Baker at The Mobile Home Park Broker, (678) 932-0200. You can also drop us a line at info@themhpbroker.com. Power Quotes in This Episode: Regarding the park sellers. “They ended up clearing six figures more, due to our recommendations and experience in the field.' (Paul, 4:10) …we saved them a boatload when it closed. So that was a really good part of the deal where the owner was just thrilled with our expertise and we put a big check in their pocket at the end of the day.” (Paul, 4:10) “(We're) here to put more money in owners' pockets.” (Paul, 6:26)        

Generation Z describes those born between the years of 1995 and 2009. That places them in their late teens and twenties, today. Like the generations before them, they have unique fashions, music and trends that define them. This emerging generation can feel like a bit of an enigma to some people, which is why we have decided to check in with Gen Z again. In today's episode, our host, Ashley Fell, sits down with two of her Gen Z colleagues, Luke Davies and Holly Schaaf, for the second part of their discussion on this generation.

In this episode of The MHP Broker's Tips and Tricks Closing Cocktails podcast, Maxwell Baker, president of The Mobile Home Park Broker, interviewed MHP broker Paul Schaaf  about his Adventure RV Park close in West Virginia.     As with every Tips and Tricks podcast episode, this one is brought to you by The MHP Broker's proprietary Community Price Maximizer. Use this four-step system to get the highest price possible for your mobile home park or RV community when you sell it through The MHP Broker. Guaranteed. Call Max for details. Here Are the Show Highlights: Adventure RV Park in West Virginia had a nice mix of mobile homes, RVs and cabins, but one of its leading challenges was its 30 percent year-round occupancy. It was a mom and pop operation whereby the original owners had sold it to a party that failed, and then those original owners had gotten it back. They invested some capital in upgrades, but there was still plenty of “meat on the bones” for the right buyer. (Paul, 1:03) The park had some things going for it, including the fact that there was a new gas line project bringing in workers to the area, and a ski resort in close proximity. (Max, 1:48) The Mountain Valley pipeline project kept bringing in workers in need of housing. Even before closing, the park went from about 30 percent occupancy to nearly 100 percent RV occupancy. (Paul, 2:01) The park's business was improving so quickly that the buyer actually snipped the closing timeline by about 30 days. (Paul, 2:32) The buyer refinanced some of their existing parks so they could present an all-cash deal. (Paul, 3:05) The lesson buyers might learn by this deal is to not be threatened by low occupancy. There are often things you can do to improve occupancy figures and increase the value of your new park. (Max, 3:22) The park sale was a win-win situation, with the buyers getting plenty of potential and the sellers being able to retire with an all-cash closing. (Paul, 4:07) Whatever challenges your RV or mobile home park might have, let Paul Schaaf and The Mobile Home Park Broker team will find you a qualified buyer and maximum value. Call Paul of Max at (678) 932-0200 or drop us a line at info@themhpbroker.com. Power Quotes in This Episode: “I think we actually improved the closing timeline by about 30 days so (the buyers) could capitalize on that fresh income.” (Paul, 2:34)  “We'll figure out a way to find the right buyer for you and get you as much money as we can and, you know, just give us an opportunity to consider…what your goals are and I'm pretty sure we can obtain them. So, just give us a shout when you get a moment.” (Paul, 4:07)

Are you ready to automate you social media sales strategy? In today's episode, Dayna Schaaf joins us to discuss the power of ManyChat and automations for marketing. Listen in as we walk through setting up trigger words and automated responses in Instagram DMs and how they can help photographers efficiently handle client inquiries, build engaging waitlists, and provide instant gratification to potential clients.If you've tried setting up your Dubsado or Honeybook account, yet aren't actually utilizing all of the features it offers, I want to invite you to check out The CRM Blueprint. My course includes templates for all of the forms, emails, and workflows that you need to get paid in one easy step. Ready to maximize your use of Dubsado or Honeybook, enroll in The CRM Blueprint today! Use the code PODCAST for 10% off.Learn More >>Mentioned in this EpisodeEpisode 84: Applying the Rule of 7 with Dayna SchaafManyChat (aff link)Dubsado - Get 30% off your first payment (month or year) with code coliejames (aff link)HoneyBook - Get 50% off your first year (aff link)Connect with DaynaWebsite: thiscantbethathard.comManyChat Training: thiscantbethathard.com/manychatConsistency Club: go.thiscantbethathard.com/club (aff link)Instagram: @thiscantbethathard_

In episode 231, founder of Prep Dish Allison Schaaf provides updates on their little homestead- chickens (including the addition of guinea hens!) bees goats food forest lettuce grow Want to try Prep Dish meal plans for FREE? Go to ---> PrepDish.com/MPM Connect with Allison: PrepDish.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prepdish/ Resources mentioned in this podcast: Episode #98 for more details on beekeeping Lettuce Grow Affiliate Link - https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2166235&u=3239009&m=132170&urllink=&afftrack= PrepDish.com/MPM for 2 weeks of FREE meal plans!

Chris and Ken welcome special guest-host Jared Schaaf to the Geek Pants Camcast! On Episode 194, the guys discuss and review Andrew Niccol's 1997 directorial debut GATTACA, plus chat about Jared's incredible 3D printing skills, music, movies, and SO much more! *********************** Logos designed by Snollygoster Productions www.youtube.com/channel/UC0DAPhLhiB7pRPlni277pzA Opening credits music by Ross Bugden www.youtube.com/channel/UCQKGLOK2FqmVgVwYferltKQ ** Podcast recorded LIVE on the Geek Pants YouTube channel on June 19th, 2024 -- https://youtube.com/live/kFqy25gFfXU

Visiting with families that have farmed the same land for several generations is like taking a step into our state's history. Jonathan Schaaf in Iowa County is the fourth generation on his family's Sesquicentennial Farm. He says his great-grandfather bought the land with the intention to mine it. He says lead mines were common in Southwest Wisconsin, which is how Wisconsin became the Badger State. His great-grandfather processed the lead on the farm, which left its mark on areas of the property that you can still see today. This conversation is part of our Century and Sesquicentennial Farm series brought to you courtesy of Compeer Financial. Honorees will be getting together for a celebratory breakfast at the Wisconsin State Fair in August. Pictured: John Schaaf (b. 1844)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A lot of us are taking previous marketing experience and trying to translate it into the B2B industrial sector. And a lot of us are trying to grow our teams, and may be hiring for or managing some more entry level marketing roles. And that's who today's episode is really for: marketing managers who are starting to build out their teams. We're here to unpack this topic with special guest, Julian Schaaf of Industrial Growth.

Erie City Councilwoman Kathy Schaaf has been looking at the issue of the lack of public restrooms in our downtown core. Safety, cleanliness, and maintenance are all considerations to tackle Erie's "Poo Problem".

This week on the She Geeks Out podcast, we chat with Marta Schaaf, Director of the Amnesty International Program on Climate, Economic, and Social Justice. We discuss her awe-inspiring background in advocacy work, her current work on climate change (both locally and globally), and the importance of corporate responsibility. Spoiler alert - corporations can make a heckuva lot more impact on climate action than we can by recycling or quitting plastic straws. Her passion for the work is clear, and we were moved. We bet you will be, too! [00:02:28] Student demonstrations for divestment.[00:07:07] Privilege and College Protests.[00:10:55] Two-state solution debate.[00:11:39] Toxicity in alumni groups.[00:13:37] Interview with Marta starts.[00:18:07] Climate justice.[00:21:34] Fatal Fuels.[00:25:55] Plastic straw movement and activism.[00:29:30] Activism and climate change.[00:31:03] Access to Power and Hope.[00:36:11] Getting involved at a local level.[00:41:26] Political engagement and activism[00:43:22] Corporate Responsibilities and Regulations.[00:49:01] Labor leader's impactful statement.[00:50:33] Colonizing space is a distraction.[00:54:46] Geeking out about national parks.[00:57:41] Becoming an abortion activist. Links mentioned:Amnesty InternationalClimate Families NYCFollow Marta on LinkedIn Visit us at https://shegeeksout.com to stay up to date on all the ways you can make the workplace work for everyone! Check out SGOLearning.com and SheGeeksOut.com/podcast for the code to get a free mini course.

Sven & Conni straight outta Niedersachsen. Eine Folge aus der Kategorie: "Was macht eigentlich... ?". Auf den heutigen Gast bezogen, kommt heraus: Immer noch ganz schön viel! Joggingschuhe an, Trainerbrille auf & ab auf die Bank mit euch, denn hier kommt: Thomas Schaaf! Von Constantin Kleine /Thomas Schaaf /Sven Pistor.

A talk with Scott Schaaf about growing up in the Quad Cities and ending up in Chicago to eventually open his great record store, Pinwheel Records, in Pilsen.

Today, we're talking about what's working for industrial startups and how it might work for you with the help of our guest Julian Schaaf, inventor of IML. Plus, we have a bonus special guest - G76 co-founder, Joe Sullivan, here to make a special announcement.

Do you want to get more clients into your inbox while spending less time on social media? In today's episode, I'm diving deep into a discussion on AI and ManyChat alongside Dayna Schaaf. Dayna offers an incredible training for photographers wanting to use Manychat to streamline their business. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it's like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you're trying to find balance in this exciting place you're in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by Root to Rise, a mastermind and retreat for female photographers where personal development meets business growth. During the four-month experience, students have weekly calls focused on goals, boundaries, money, and marketing. The program also includes incredible guest teachers, a private Facebook community, and weekly Voxer hours with individualized guidance and mentorship. Sign up today to join the waitlist. Learn More >>Connect with Dayna:Free ManyChat Training for PhotographersConsistency ClubInstagramPodcastEpisode Links:ManyChatRoot To Rise Mastermind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When I find a way to work smarter, up-level my client experience, and stand out from the crowd - especially when the strategy is so easy to implement - the first place I want to share it is right here on the show!Dayna's joining me to nerd out about not one but two new pieces of affordable tech that we've been using and loving, and that we think have the ability to uplevel your photography business in a big way: Convert Box and Manychat. Not only will we share specific ideas for how to use these to capture more leads, convert more clients, streamline your workflows, and better your client experience, but we will also talk about the finer details of balancing the world of evolving technology with personalized touchpoints along the way. Listen to the 10-part mini-series "The Simple Sales System for Photographers" Listen to the Simple Sales Limited Series Podcast where Annemie teaches the 6 steps to running a profitable, sustainable photography business you love. Join the TCBTH Facebook Group - a supportive, business-focused group for photographers. Leave a review!

Einfach Fußball im Stadion an der Hafenstraße! Mit RWE-Coach Dabrowski geht's um Rehhagel, Schaaf, Magath & Brinkmann, die Liebe zum Spiel und die Liebe für Menschen und klar, um den weiterhin ganz lebendigen Traum von Rot-Weiss Essen... Von Sven Pistor /Christoph Dabrowski /Constantin Kleine.

Andrew and Ed chat with Red Sox pitching prospect Stijn van der Schaaf. -Baseball in the Netherlands -How the Red Sox found him -Pitching in the FCL last season and more.

Embark on a journey into the world of cybersecurity sales with me and Alice Schaff, a seasoned professional with extensive experience in sales and marketing within the cybersecurity industry. Delve into the intricacies of selling cybersecurity solutions as Kevin and Alice explore: - Strategies for adapting to a new industry and market, including learning from industry experts and attending conferences to stay abreast of the latest developments. - The importance of building trust with inherently skeptical prospects by leveraging personal networks and emphasizing credibility. - Various tactics for generating referrals and creating a flywheel effect in customer acquisition, from leveraging pricing negotiations to attending events with customers. - The significance of understanding job requirements and personal goals to establish rapport and connect cybersecurity solutions with the needs of prospects. Discover Alice's insightful advice for living better, including practices such as exercise, gratitude, mindfulness, and setting intentions, which transcend industry boundaries and contribute to personal well-being. Don't miss this engaging conversation filled with practical strategies and valuable insights that can be applied not only in cybersecurity sales but across various industries. Tune in now and unlock the secrets to success in sales and living better! The key moments in this episode are: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:01:17 - Adapting to Cybersecurity Challenges 0:03:11 - Learning from the Audience in a New Industry 0:04:36 - The Importance of Humility in New Markets 0:05:17 - Effective Strategies for Engaging with Customers 0:08:31 - Building Trust in Outbound Sales 0:11:03 - Leveraging Customer Networks in Cybersecurity 0:12:50 - Using Referrals in Pricing Negotiations 0:14:49 - Building a Team for Cybersecurity Sales 0:18:58 - Leveraging Customer Events for Business Success 0:21:46 - Using Large Conferences to Attract Customers 0:22:38 - Building Rapport in the Cybersecurity Sales Process 0:25:08 - Using Certification as a Conversation Starter 0:25:57 - Connecting Cybersecurity to Personal Goals in Sales 0:29:15 - The Importance of Taking Care of Yourself for Better Sales

Donate and support the show!Buy Merch Here!Sweat & Grime is a podcast created for the skilled trades, hosted by the skilled trades. Bryan is a freelance heavy equipment operator and content creator, Rick is an owner/operator of an excavation business, Matt is a general contractor, and Greg Johnson is a plumber.

For a long time in my career, I shied away from the idea of affiliate marketing… and that's a decision I kick myself for now!Most of us make recommendations every day without even thinking about it (read this book, check out this show, I love this shampoo, etc). Combine that with the fact that in creative businesses, we face inevitable ebbs and flows in revenue, and diversifying your income with affiliate marketing becomes a no-brainer!Today, Dayna and I are diving into affiliate marketing, both as a broader concept and to introduce the re-launch of our own TCBTH affiliate program. Listen in to learn how making genuine recommendations about products you already know and love can earn you (significant!) passive income without a major time commitment. Sign up to be an affiliate for TCBTH - https://www.thiscantbethathard.com/affiliate Watch the Simple Sales Masterclass where Annemie teaches the 6 steps to running a profitable, sustainable photography business you love. Join the TCBTH Facebook Group - a supportive, business-focused group for photographers. Leave a review!

In episode 208, Allison Schaaf introduces the newest little recipe tester and family member in a personal update, and discusses a look ahead at high protein recipes support at Prep Dish. ‌ The Schaaf family is officially a family of five! Allison is pleased to introduce their newest baby boy, Tovin, who came to the family through adoption in December. Everyone is adjusting nicely and there will be more family updates to come in future months, through Miscarriage Hope Desk, Substack, and the Meal Prep Monday Podcast. Allison is also looking forward to sharing more on a memoir she has in the works. ‌ One time-saver and constant through the transition to a busy family of five has been the Prep Dish Super Fast and Protein Boost meal plans. While Premium level Prep Dish subscribers have access to nutrition facts to confirm optimum protein per meal, during the month of February, Allison will be sharing a quick video tutorial in Prep Dish emails and on the Facebook group, which illustrates how to ensure your meals are hitting the 30g mark. ‌ Other Prep Dish protein support content to look forward are blog post recipe roundups with protein breakfast, lunch, and snack ideas, Instagram protein breakfast reels, and a potential protein challenge later in the year. ‌ Looking to the month ahead, the Meal Prep Monday Podcast welcomes Sarah Hart-Unger to talk about all things planning and kick off a series that covers tips on outlining everything from your big annual goals to your daily details (like what's for dinner on a busy weeknight!). ‌ Connect with Allison: PrepDish.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prepdish/ Get your FREE mealplan at PrepDish.com/podcast OR text the word mealprep to 33777 ‌ Resources mentioned in this podcast: Get your free trial at prepdish.com/mpm for two weeks of free meal plans! ‌ Prep Dish Facebook Group https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwic6snz84yEAxVxkYkEHVpWCxcQFnoECA8QAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgroups%2F1537447836539716%2F&usg=AOvVaw3Rbinps0rcD3ick-aH4BKu&opi=89978449 ‌ Miscarriage Hope Desk https://miscarriagehopedesk.org/

There's a new pet at the Schaaf house! Find out who the latest animal is in episode 201, where founder of Prep Dish and small hobby farm owner Allison Schaaf shares about her current menagerie and reveals whether their newest addition could possibly be the best family pet. ‌ Connect with Allison: PrepDish.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prepdish/ Get your FREE mealplan at PrepDish.com/podcast OR text the word mealprep to 33777 ‌ Resources mentioned in this podcast: Get your free trial at prepdish.com/mpm for two weeks of free meal plans! ‌ Backyard Chickens: https://prepdish.com/podcast-show-notes/ep28/ How We Got Our Pet Goat: https://prepdish.com/podcast-show-notes/ep104/ Our Beekeeping Adventures: https://prepdish.com/podcast-show-notes/ep98/

This story comes to you from Sahan Journal. MPR News is a partner with Sahan Journal and will be sharing stories between SahanJournal.com and MPRNews.org.By Andrew Hazzard and Cynthia Tu | Sahan JournalA new federal grant will provide Minneapolis with $8 million to pay for ash tree removal on private properties in disadvantaged neighborhoods, a significant relief effort after millions of dollars in removal costs were assessed against homeowners' property taxes. The U.S. Forestry Service grant comes from funding in the Inflation Reduction Act. The city applied for the grant in coordination with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, which condemns ash trees on private property in response to the infestation of the invasive emerald ash borer beetle. The Minneapolis Park Board has condemned more than 18,000 ash trees since 2013.  Homeowners with condemned trees either paid directly for their removal, or the city paid and assessed the cost—or added the cost as a fee—onto the homeowner's property taxes. Property tax assessments on tree removals total more than $7.3 million, according to the Park Board. Neighborhoods targeted by the new federal funding, such as north Minneapolis, disproportionately paid for previous tree removal via property tax assessments, leading to increased monthly costs, Park Board data show. “We're really grateful to have these resources,” said Kelly Muellman, environmental manager with the Minneapolis Health Department. But those resources can't be used retroactively, meaning there's no relief in sight for thousands of homeowners who are currently paying off tree removals that were ordered by the city.Minneapolis' ash tree removal policy is aimed at addressing the green beetle that is killing ash trees across the Midwest.Several Minneapolis homeowners told Park Board officials at an October board meeting that they're frustrated by the policy, that the costs are impacting family budgets, and that homeowners who are people of color, senior, and low-income were particularly affected.Perhaps no one is more familiar with tree condemnations than Melissa Newman, a resident of the North Side's McKinley neighborhood. Seven trees on her property have been condemned due to Dutch Elm disease or emerald ash borer since she bought her house 17 years ago. The city's forced removal of affected trees and subsequent property tax assessments are  hardships, said Newman, adding that her monthly costs have increased between $150 to $200 as a result. “I inherited the tree trying to create the American dream of homeownership,” Newman told Sahan Journal.https://sahanjournal.github.io/ej-areas/The funding applies to U.S. Census tracts considered to be environmental justice areas by the federal government, which includes almost the entire North Side, parts of northeast Minneapolis, and a large swath of south Minneapolis, including the Phillips and Cedar-Riverside neighborhoods. The city originally applied for a $29 million grant from the U.S. Forestry Service. The $8 million it received will help hundreds of households, but could go fast. The city and Park Board are also pursuing a $500,000 grant from the state for the same purposes. It's unclear how far that money will stretch, or how many ash trees remain on private property citywide. Minneapolis officials say there are at least 12,000 trees remaining on private property in the environmental justice areas targeted by the grant, but also acknowledge that the Park Board doesn't have good estimates on the true number.The average tree removal in Minneapolis costs around $1,500. The grant also covers stump grinding, which isn't included in the current average cost of tree removal, and replacing trees. Minneapolis city tree program manager Sydney Schaaf said the city is still waiting for detailed instructions on how the grant can be used, but hope it will ease the burden to homeowners and help build back lost canopy. A flawed processHomeowners in the areas targeted by the grant are more likely than homeowners in wealthier neighborhoods to pay for mandated tree removals via property tax assessment. Homeowners in more affluent neighborhoods typically paid out of pocket to hire a contractor of their choice to remove a tree, according to Park Board data.   North Side residents disproportionately paid for tree removal via property tax assessments, Park Board data show. Around $2.8 million have been assessed in north Minneapolis in the last decade.North Minneapolis homeowners experienced a high rate of tree condemnation, too. When Minneapolis ash tree condemnations peaked in 2021, with 6,095 trees marked for removal citywide, roughly 42 percent of condemnations happened in North Side neighborhoods, according to Park Board data. More than half of the roughly 3,000 households citywide who paid for tree removal via property tax assessments in 2021 were in north Minneapolis. Approximately 16 percent of the 2,164 tree condemnations issued from the start of 2023 through October were in North Side neighborhoods, according to Park Board data.Click here.https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/supIX/7/In 2021, the Park Board condemned five trees on Newman's property in north Minneapolis. Her yard is fenced in, but one day there were green marks on her trees and a hanger on her doorknob telling her the ash trees had to go. She had 60 days to either cut the trees down on her own, or allow the Park Board to handle it by sending over the lowest bidding contractor. Two were small enough for a neighbor to remove, but three were removed by the city and assessed against her property taxes. One of those assessed trees straddled the property line, and Newman split the $800 charge with a neighbor. But two other trees were deemed “special” by the Park Board (for reasons Newman said were never satisfactorily explained to her), and the removal involved a crane, driving the combined removal cost to $2,700. All told, after an $80 flat fee the Park Board imposes on all assessed trees and a 3 percent interest charge on the assessment, removing the two trees cost about $3,100. Newman's yard used to be full of trees, and her dog would lie in the shade. But now, the grass dies easily in the summer heat, and Newman has to hack away at the tree stumps left behind. “It's completely open,” she said of her property. The Park Board does not target any particular area of the city for ash tree condemnation, said Philip Potyondy, sustainable forestry coordinator, with the Park Board. It's possible that ash trees are more common in some parts of the city, he said, adding that ash borer also tends to spread exponentially, and may have accelerated in the North Side in 2021 and 2022. “This has impacted people in every part of Minneapolis,” said Potyondy. Emerald ash borer is a persistent beetle, and it will infest and kill ash trees in time. But the infestation can be prevented with insecticide treatments implanted into a tree like an intravenous tube. Potyondy said the city's 12 staff tree inspectors only condemn ash trees that show signs of infestation. Those signs include woodpecker damage and thinning canopy at the top of the trees. They don't confirm the presence of disease through testing, but because the beetle is so pervasive, any ash tree in the region that has not been treated will essentially become infested at some point, Potyondy said. Newman said she would have been happy to spend around $200 every couple of years to treat her trees and prevent emerald ash borer infestation. The branches seemed fine and new leaves blossomed each spring. But the Park Board doesn't inform people that treating trees is an option. In 2010, the Minneapolis City Council passed a resolution advising against using insecticides to treat emerald ash borer, Park Board forestry director Ralph Sievert told the board. “We have been omitting that information when we're communicating with constituents,” Park Board Commissioner Billy Menz said of the treatment option.Community pushback The Park Board altered the assessment process after community pushback led by the Harrison Neighborhood Association and the nonprofit, Hope Community.Mitchel Hansen, outreach director with the North Side's Harrison Neighborhood Association, is leading the charge against private ash tree condemnation. He became interested in the issue after hearing from several neighbors about costly assessments, and feels that the process is flawed and contradicts Park Board equity goals. “I see this as being unfair. I see this as something we can easily solve,” Hansen said. Schaaf and Muellman, the city health department employees, said the Harrison Neighborhood Association's advocacy work inspired the city to apply for the federal grant.Last May, the Park Board temporarily halted the assessment process to make changes.The Park Board now requires tree removal companies to first examine the trees in order to get more competitive bids for removals that will be assessed against a homeowner's property taxes, Potyondy said. Previously, only special trees with difficult removal circumstances would get in-person inspections from companies bidding to remove them. The city also now offers all homeowners the choice of repaying the tree removal debt on their property taxes over five, 10, or 20 years, reducing the monthly cost with longer payment periods. Previously, the assessment was automatically set for a five-year period.There is now also an exemption for seniors and veterans who can demonstrate economic hardship to defer the payments until the property is sold.  The city made 885 assessments worth about $2 million before pausing its assessment process earlier this year. When the pause ended in October, the city began collecting payments from those homeowners, who are ineligible for the new federal funding.Click here to view the maphttps://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/supIX/7/Most condemned ash trees are not assessed against property taxes, according to Potyondy, and the majority of removals are paid by homeowners out of pocket.“This is an absolute priority of mine,” Bangoura said. ‘The ship has sailed for me' Schaaf, Minneapolis' tree program coordinator, said she understands homeowners' frustrations about the assessment process and the fact that the grant money can't help retroactively. “It's hard because a lot of these people that are having to have a tree removed already live in areas that have some of the lowest tree canopy in the city. A lot of them really love trees, and they really don't want to have to remove their tree,” Schaaf said. Amoke Kubat didn't want to get rid of her ash tree. She bought her home in the North Side's Cleveland neighborhood in January 2021. While she was unpacking, she noticed a man in her backyard eyeing her large ash tree. He told her it was infested and tagged it for removal. Suddenly, Kubat had to figure out how to remove it and pay the bill. The Park Board gave her a list of contractors to call. She got estimates, some as high as $10,000. The tree didn't come down until August 2021, and in the meantime, an ash tree in her front yard was condemned as well. The backyard tree was huge, Kubat said, measuring 32 inches in diameter, according to Park Board records. Kubat was assessed more than $6,000 to remove both trees; the process was stressful. Her yard isn't the same anymore. There's nowhere for the squirrels to go and the birds seem confused, she said. Following the policy for all condemned and assessed trees, her contractor was paid only to cut down the trees, leaving large stumps in her yard that sprout small trees, which will be expensive to remove.  “We loved the tree,” Kubat said. Kubat thinks the presence of ash trees should be noted during the inspection process of buying a home. She spoke with neighbors on the North Side and realized the issue was affecting many others. She's glad there's money to help now, but believes the process of identifying and removing affected trees is flawed. “The bottom line is the ship has sailed for me. It's on my bill,” Kubat said. ‘A slap in the face' One day early this past summer, a crew showed up to Willis White's house in the Jordan neighborhood to cut down a massive ash tree in his backyard. White, 54, was confused, and said he didn't know the tree would be removed that day. A data request on White's removal shows that letters about the tree were sent to the house starting in January 2022. White said he and his wife bought the home with their daughter originally, and she officially transferred the property to them last year. The letters to the house were addressed to White's daughter. They'd received a letter about the tree and had been shopping around for a contractor, White said, but hadn't hired anyone yet. He wishes someone from the Park Board would have knocked on the door or called to make sure they knew someone was coming to cut the tree for a hefty fee. According to a records request, White's tree was determined to be special, and the city obtained three removal bids ranging from $10,000 to $7,200. “It's really difficult,” White said of the removal cost and the circumstances. According to White: The removal took a toll on the yard. The contractor had to take down a chain link fence to bring in equipment, and didn't properly repair it. Workers had to shut off power to his house, and lowered an outdoor power cord to the ground, which was left when they finished and had to be rehung by White and his son. The remaining stump is large, and White hasn't looked into how much it will cost to remove. The Park Board cut some 40,000 ash trees in public parks and on streets, but never ground the stump on the boulevard in front of White's house. The stump sprouted dozens of tiny trees this year, creating an overgrown mess. White's tree is the seventh most expensive removal handled by the city since 2013, according to Park Board data. His cost — measured by the diameter of the tree's trunk — was $226 “per trunk inch,” much higher than the median price of $69 per trunk inch in 2022.Click here.https://sahanjournal.github.io/trunk-cost-distribution/Removal prices vary widely. White's 30-inch diameter tree was assessed at $6,800. Kubat's 32-inch tree cost $3,000; the smaller, 20-inch tree also condemned in her yard went for the same $3,000 price. Although Park Board data says White's tree was assessed for $6,800, the bill for his removal was more than $7,500 after fees and interest, according to a records request and a letter sent to White's home.  “There's no rhyme or reason why they price what they do,” said Newman, the McKinley resident who was assessed more than $3,100 for removals. Newman said it's not that she's unwilling to pay, but that there were no alternatives to cutting the offered and no answers given about why her trees were determined to need special removal techniques throughout the process, despite her regularly reaching out to Park Board staff. She doesn't want to see her neighbors get price gouged, and she's mad that no relief is coming to people who are currently paying off assessments. “It's such a slap in the face,” Newman said. Learn more about Sahan Journal's data analysis for this story.