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24 Hours of LeMons Essay Contest: Win a 1958 Wartburg 311 [w/VIDEO] {Autoblog}
Aug 6th 2009 5:28PM So what is my interest in this? Why am I writing you?
Well, I entered the competition and want to see it get enough entries so that they can award the home.
They need 6000 which sounds like a lot - but if you think about it, the odds of winning are better than any state lottery.
I know I wrote a good essay and I actually have a chance at winning, but what’s more, I believe that this competition is a win/win/win proposition.
It was on local morning news program and I also found a write up on WomenEntrepreneur.com.
I also know the sponsors personally for ten years and know the contest is being run with integrity.
Any questions? Feel free to email or call me.
24 Hours of LeMons Essay Contest: Win a 1958 Wartburg 311 [w/VIDEO] {Autoblog}
Aug 6th 2009 5:26PM I found an essay contest!
What do 'Aloha' and 'Mahalo' mean to you?
Are you a talented writer? Prove it and your talent could pay off big time. Write an essay of 101 words (or less) and you can win a custom home on the Big Island of Hawaii. You read right - WRITE for a home in paradise. The contest will be judged by community leaders - teachers. AND there will be a $30,000 donation to the local schools that are in need at this time of budget cuts.
Win/win, no?
Hurry - Contest Ends August 11, 2009!
Note to Travel Writers, Travel Agents & Reporters:
The sponsors of the contest (builders of the home) are offering complimentary nights at their Castle Bed & Breakfast -no strings attached. Call them for details. 714-253-3810. Ask for Sheri.
On a personal note: These people are well known in their community (for over 8 years) and you can be assured that the contest is being run with the highest integrity. The Prosecuting Attorney's Office is aware of the contest AND the Office of Consumer Affairs has also checked out the contest.
See an interview on KGMG9 Sunrise Show: http://kgmb9.com/main/content/view/13118/108
English Millionaire Raffling Off His Life {Luxist}
Jun 16th 2009 6:02PM Can’t sell your home? Give it away! More and more homeowners are utilizing new and creative methods of “selling” homes in a recession in an effort to be proactive as the country continues to struggle with the economy. With the problems many are having purchasing homes and getting loans, these creative ways are becoming more popular and are receiving a lot of interest and participation, according to their sponsors/organizers. Although these methods are not new, in the past, the majority are rarely completed successfully due to a variety of reasons. The trend seems to be that raffles and contests are popping up more and more on the internet as a method of selling homes in a tight economy and are now seeing success.
In states where raffles are illegal (unless attached to a charity), others are opting for contests of skill, in particular essay contests although there are also other creative contests ongoing. One such essay contest, on the leading edge of this trend is www.WinHawaiianHome.com and will run until 8/11/09. Although not officially attached to a charity, the sponsor has decided to give back to the community via a $30,000 donation to the local schools, which are suffering budget cuts. Essay 101 is a contest of skill, where anyone (21 years old or older) can write a short essay (101 words or less) and pick from two topics. For a $101 entry fee, entrants get a chance to win a brand new, custom home on the Big Island of Hawaii. The contest is open worldwide, but essays must be submitted in English, and must be original work. 101 finalists will be chosen and then judged by community leaders - teachers. For those shivering in record-breaking cold climate in the winter, it might be interesting to note that the chances of winning this prize are better than any state lottery. I for one entered (not just once either!)
Lairmont Place, Estate of the Day {Luxist}
Jun 16th 2009 1:56PM Can’t sell your home? Give it away! More and more homeowners are utilizing new and creative methods of “selling” homes in a recession in an effort to be proactive as the country continues to struggle with the economy. With the problems many are having purchasing homes and getting loans, these creative ways are becoming more popular and are receiving a lot of interest and participation, according to their sponsors/organizers. Although these methods are not new, in the past, the majority are rarely completed successfully due to a variety of reasons. The trend seems to be that raffles and contests are popping up more and more on the internet as a method of selling homes in a tight economy and are now seeing success.
In states where raffles are illegal (unless attached to a charity), others are opting for contests of skill, in particular essay contests although there are also other creative contests ongoing. One such essay contest, on the leading edge of this trend is www.WinHawaiianHome.com and will run until 8/11/09. Although not officially attached to a charity, the sponsor has decided to give back to the community via a $30,000 donation to the local schools, which are suffering budget cuts. Essay 101 is a contest of skill, where anyone (21 years old or older) can write a short essay (101 words or less) and pick from two topics. For a $101 entry fee, entrants get a chance to win a brand new, custom home on the Big Island of Hawaii. The contest is open worldwide, but essays must be submitted in English, and must be original work. 101 finalists will be chosen and then judged by community leaders - teachers. For those shivering in record-breaking cold climate right now, it might be interesting to note that the chances of winning this prize are better than any state lottery. I entered! I researched them and checked them out... so wish me luck!
