Photo © Mike Hendren 2009

JOTT is one of those really cool little applications for the iPhone (maybe other phones, too - I don't know) that can be a true productivity tool.

I frequently use it to leave myself notes while driving - be sure and check your local laws about cell phone usage while driving before doing this one. :-)

What it does is allow you to dictate a short message to your phone, which is then uploaded to the JOTT website where their people convert it to text. In a few minutes, it is back on your phone as a text note. But, it is even better than that - your notes are also available on your JOTT website, and can also be synced with their free computer application on a PC or a Mac. Their voice to text isn't perfect so another nice feature is the ability to edit your notes anywhere - phone, computer, internet. It also isn't free, costing about $4 / month.

It also does several other really nice things for you, but I haven't used any of those other features yet.

Here is a short blurb from their website that tells you a little more about it.

Turn your words into action

Jott makes sure you stay on top of everything. With a simple phone call to 866-JOTT-123, you can capture notes, set reminders and calendar appointments, stay in touch with friends and family, and interact with your favorite web sites and services...all with your voice! We can even transcribe your voice-mail.

Simply call Jott and tell us where you want your message to go. We capture your voice, turn it into text, and send it to the destination you chose.

JOTT website Here

POWERHOUSE REAL ESTATE GROUPS
FORM PARTNERHIP

(Denver, CO – April 23, 2009) Two long-time Denver real estate leaders today announced the formation of a new partnership and a new vision for the future of the local real estate industry. Prestige Real Estate Group and RE/MAX Professionals are becoming RE/MAX Professionals: Colorado's most Prestigious Real Estate Company (www.prestigiousdenverhomes.com).

As one entity, they will offer their customers the experience and expertise needed to navigate today's housing market.

"Both of these companies have individually earned many coveted industry awards and accolades," said Rob Terranova, Mountain States Regional Vice President, RE/MAX International. "This partnership is a joining of two very strong companies into one great company."

The new RE/MAX Professionals will have 550 agents, and 7 offices, with nearly 7% combined market share in the entire Denver metro area. And from Cherry Creek south, nearly 50% market share in some cities and neighborhoods. The partnership makes the company the third largest real estate brokerage in the state of Colorado.

Also joining the new venture will be the agents and owners of RE/MAX Classic.

Photo © Mike Hendren 2009

Postage rates are going up again! ? !

Yes, you already knew that. On May 11, 2009, the United States Postal Service is raising their rates again.

The price of a 1 oz. First-Class letter goes from $.42 to $.44. Now, to complement all of those 42 centers you have already, you'll need to buy 2 cent stamps to go with them. However, there is a way to beat this in the future.

How? With the Forever Stamp. This is a stamp that you can still buy for 42 cents, but it will always be valid as First-Class postage no matter what the rate goes to.

So, buy all you think you'll need (or can afford) for a lifetime and no more worries about rising rates.