Problem: Article: Sharks migrate to and from different areas depending on the time of year. Some areas have lots of shark teeth because large numbers of sharks travel around the shores often. For example, sandbar sharks are found in large numbers off the east coast of Florida in spring when they mate. They move north at the end of summer and have their pups, so areas like Delaware Bay have a large population towards the early fall. Look up shark populated areas and select a beach to search for teeth. Sharks live in salt water only (except bull sharks who swim up into freshwater rivers that connect to the ocean). So don't go looking in your local pond. Sharks are more common in hot, humid places such as Hawaii and Florida. Although they can also be found at the poles. Many coastal regions of states near the ocean like California, Florida, Hawaii, Virginia, Carolina, and Alabama were once underwater. You can sometimes even find shark teeth fossils in these areas on dry land or in river beds since large portions of the state were submerged. Sharks were often drawn to these shallow waters to seek food. Big storms can bring in all sorts of debris from the ocean, including shark teeth. There will also be fewer visitors on the beach on days when the weather is less than ideal. Go in the morning when there are fewer people in the water. The calmer waters will make it easier to see any shark teeth. Weekdays are usually a less popular beach time, so go then if possible to avoid the crowds. You won't find a shark tooth in five minutes. Be prepared to stay at the beach for a couple of hours. Bring sunscreen and some water to stay there properly without harm. You may also want to pack a picnic lunch. People may be able to tell you about shark tooth hot-spots or places where they commonly found teeth. If you aren't from the area, a local may be able to tell you which beaches draw crowds and when, and which ones have a lot of teeth. You can improve your chances of finding teeth right away if you find someone that can point you in the right direction. Depending on what state or country you are looking for shark teeth in, you may need to get a permit before searching for fossils. In some areas, permits aren't necessary for shark teeth, but you never know what else you might find.
Summary: Learn about shark migration patterns. Find a beach. Go after a storm. Start early. Be prepared. Ask locals to help you find the best spot. Get a permit, if necessary.

Problem: Article: After you have a majority of property owners in your neighborhood willing to participate in an HOA, you should determine what services the HOA will provide to its members. You may have already compiled a list of desired services during your informational sessions. When deciding which services you want to offer you can consider the following:  High speed internet. Satellite TV. Garbage pick up. Snow removal. Landscaping. As a way to maintain property values and create a consistent and pleasing appearance of the area, HOAs often place restrictions on what can be done on the outside of owners’ properties. For example, an HOA may restrict owners from painting their house certain colors, such as hot pink. Some potential restrictions could include the following:  Requirements to mow the lawn every week in the fall and spring and every other week in the summer. Limits on what color owners can paint the exterior of their home. Requirements as to where visitors can park. Required maintenance for backyards. Limitations on decorations. In addition to landscaping or other services meant to beautify the neighborhood, some HOAs build structures for the benefits of its members. This can be a costly undertaking but can provide long-term benefits and increase property values. These structures may be more or less desirable depending on whether HOA members have access to these types of amenities in the community already. Some examples of structures that HOAs can build and maintain include:  Neighborhood swimming pools. Clubhouse. Playground. Picnic areas. After deciding which services and amenities that the HOA wants to provide, you should create a budget. Those who are helping to set up the HOA must determine the necessary expenses and costs of operating the HOA, as well as some reserve funds to guard against any unforeseen costs. Once a yearly budget is determined, you can then divide that amount by the number of homeowners participating in the HOA and then divide the total by 12 in order to calculate the monthly dues amount for each participant.  Once you have calculated the monthly amount, you should hold a meeting to discuss the budget plan. Some members may think the amount is too high and you can decide what services to drop in order to reduce the overall monthly dues. The goal of the budget is to determine the amount of money that it will take to keep the property in good condition and have enough money in reserve to pay for unforeseen costs, such as repairs. Once the pledged HOA members agree to the monthly fee amount, you should determine a timetable that sets forth when fees are due, how they should be paid, and the consequences for late payments. While the HOA is not yet a formal legal entity at this stage, it is important that everyone knows and accepts their responsibilities before going through the process of forming a business. You should also elect someone who is responsible for collecting dues, preparing the budget, and handling the accounting matters for the HOA. This person will become the HOA’s treasurer. When deciding to form an HOA and even after the HOA is up and running, it is important to involve as many people as possible in sharing the burden of running the HOA. By establishing committees to conduct the business of the HOA, you ensure that multiple people are getting a say in how the HOA is run. Committees may be divided into 2 major categories:  Internal affairs committees include fund raising, publicity, bylaws and social events. Neighborhood affairs committees include housing conditions, traffic safety, law enforcement/neighborhood relations, neighborhood maintenance, economic development and community services.
Summary: Decide what services to provide to members. Consider what restrictions to include. Determine whether the association will build any new structures. Establish a budget. Set forth a fees and collection schedule. Set up committees, if needed.

Problem: Article: Some people feel that what you use to keep your diary in isn't important. For some, this may be true. For many people, however, having a diary that feels right makes it easier to write.  Go shopping for diaries at a store so you can pick up and examine different choices, holding them in your hand to get the feel for each. Choose something that is appealing to you, but not so pretty you'll be afraid to write in it or get it messy. Writing in a diary isn't all about being neat and orderly. The best diaries are often messy and jumbled. Consider the size of your diary. Many people like to carry their diaries with them. If you anticipate this, a smaller choice might be right for you. On the other hand, if you plan on doing artistic, scrapbook style layouts, you'll probably need something a little bigger. Similarly, some people find it easier to write with some particular type of pen. If a cheap disposable feels fine to you, don't worry about it, but if you prefer a nicer pen, pay a little extra for something you'll feel good writing with. Again, visit a store such as an art supply shop and try out different pens. See what feels best for you. The idea here is to make you want to write, so you can keep up the habit daily. Not everyone who keeps a diary does so on paper. While many people find they are more creative and focused writing in a physical book, others are content to keep a diary online.  An online diary avoids the risk of loss. On the other hand, there is always the risk that it could be hacked, or the server might crash. Consider the pros and cons and decide what's right for you.  If you opt for an online diary, there are numerous options available such as Livejournal, Penzu, or Diary.com. Some of these websites allow you to make some of your writing public while keeping other material private.
Summary:
Find a diary that is appealing to you. Experiment with different pens. Consider online journaling.