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    God?

    Didn't mean to thank, but quote. You are referring to Pascal's wager. It in itself does not prove God or it's existence, but the stacks it against the probability of finding heaven or hell against a finite loss (giving up certain things for eternity in heaven of hell shall God exist). This...
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    God?

    Both these arguments can be rebuffed. Earth is approximately 4.54 billion years old. Universe about 13.8 billion years old. Life has evolved over millions of years. Egyptians and other ancient civilizations studied the cosmos and built the pyramids through a lot of hard work and observation...
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    Election

    Agran is probably upset that he did not get to take any benefits (kick-backs?) from the plan and now has switched camps.
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    Ikea cabinets

    I've heard similar good things about IKEA cabinets. I hear they provide a 25 year warranty on them as well (I'm sure there is fine print).
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    Ikea cabinets

    Aren't most new builder cabinets MDF construction, just with solid wood drawer fronts and solid wood doors?
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    Ikea cabinets

    Why? Have you had any bad experiences with their kitchen cabinets? I know multiple people that have IKEA cabinets and no one seems to complain about them. In fact, most people rave about the soft-close drawers, etc. Considering the price and warranty (I hear it is a 25 year warranty), it seems...
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    Appliances - Help Needed!

    Vizio just announced 4K TVs starting at $1,000 - http://www.engadget.com/2014/01/07/ces-vizio-ultrahd-4k-pseries-price/. Hope this starts the trend of everyone lowering the prices on the 4K TVs.
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    List of Contractors and Vendors

    I also remember reading Sol Construction being recommended by IR2 (http://www.talkirvine.com/index.php/topic,1838.msg23374.html#msg23374) a few times.
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    Property tax due 12/10!

    You could possibly get a new credit card with 0% APR  and cash back rewards with bonus points offer. Most times bonus points (40K - 50K, equivalent to $400-$500) easily cover the 2.3% fee. Could be converted to a bigger win if one could invest the amount saved using 0% APR.
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    Recommendations for Gardening Service

    IHO, could you also share their landscaper's contact with me? Thanks.
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    Newer Irvine listings with crazy WTF asking prices from equity sellers

    How does $578/SF sound for Woodbridge? http://www.redfin.com/CA/Irvine/71-Nighthawk-92604/home/4687739
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    What the bubble?!?

    Exact same thoughts :).
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    What the bubble?!?

    Simple supply-demand economics at work. Also the fact that most buyers are putting a lot of their own money (20-30%+, if you are a FCB or investor then 100%) into the purchase, this one is very different than the last bubble. In fact there are a lot of investors and hedge funds investing in...
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    What is your forecast for the near-term real estate market (through end of 2013)

    I say it will remain flat. Low inventory levels can drive prices up due to desperate buyers. On the other hand, we also have the looming Euro crisis, the upcoming fiscal cliff, and the job market is just not strong enough to push prices much higher (in fact it should drive prices lower with...
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    Where to donate furniture and appliances?

    Salvation Army picks up furniture without charging any fee. You can use their website (http://www.satruck.org/donate-goods) to schedule a pickup.
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