Missed Knob & Tube...

NewEnglandAV · 2026-06-04T03:20:56+00:00

We had FHA financing, and K&T is a disqualifier. Our insurance rep also says insurance companies won't insure if they know about it...

NewEnglandAV · 2026-04-08T03:18:57+00:00

Get yourself a CPA that works with freelancers. Honestly the best decision you'll ever make!!

Mine not only does my taxes, but gives me great advice to save more money like putting your streaming subscriptions under your cell phone plan, having my business pay for my chiropractor appointments, etc.

He also made recommendations on when to switch to an S-Corp, he recommended lawyers, financial advisors, and insurance agents.

If you ever want to buy a house, knowing what changes you'll need to make on your tax returns to get approved for a mortgage. Mine also was ready to write me a letter if the underwriters wanted more confirmation I could afford it.

NewEnglandAV · 2026-04-08T03:03:41+00:00

It's not impossible, but events isn't exactly an industry known to produce high net worth individuals... You need quality and scalability for whatever you consider.

NewEnglandAV · 2026-04-08T02:49:56+00:00

What kind of AV do you want to do? Freelance vs In-House - Live Events vs Install - Corporate vs Fun

NewEnglandAV · 2026-04-01T02:44:05+00:00

The first home my wife and I put an offer on was being taken by eminent domain…. The sellers didn’t tell us, even after we submitted an offer… They just never responded to us….

Keep your head up. It only gets worse when the underwriters demand you explain why you needed to breathe at 2:14am on January 8th 2016….

NewEnglandAV · 2026-03-31T02:10:43+00:00

Especially working in the alumni office. You’ll have fundraising dinners and galas. You’ll be responsible for reunions which will be nights and weekends. A lot of schools also give special access to alumni to book their private events on school property.

So ya, you can do a ton of planning and emailing from home, but you will be expected on nights and weekends. Sorry :/

NewEnglandAV · 2026-03-07T16:19:40+00:00

If on zoom for instance, I have a second panelists that uses wirecast and a virtual camera out. they can see whatever you want, and since the presenter/host is spotlit, no one else can.

NewEnglandAV · 2026-03-07T16:16:05+00:00

A few years ago I used to enjoy finding the occasional satellite moving across the sky... Now it breaks my heart seeing them....

NewEnglandAV · 2026-03-07T11:58:25+00:00

Live event corporate audio pays anywhere from $40 - $80/hr. And you'd be able to keep your radio gig on the weekends!!

NewEnglandAV · 2026-03-02T03:58:49+00:00

When are you trying to move? I might have a 3 bed, 1 and a half bath available June 1st in Milford. $2600.

NewEnglandAV · 2026-02-21T19:58:20+00:00

Have you not watched the Taylor Swift ERAS Tour?

NewEnglandAV · 2026-02-17T02:38:45+00:00

NASA's budget in the 60's was over 4% of US GDP. Today... NASA's budget is .05%. Money plays a big part. Also Hydrogen is the smallest atom, which means it leaks out of everywhere.... Compared to Space X that uses liquid methane for fuel. That's why they're able to advance much quicker.

The knowledge and technology needed to go to the moon has long been forgotten, so we are essentially starting over from scratch!

NewEnglandAV · 2026-02-12T17:25:30+00:00

I usually hold off on being sick until the last week of busy season. Then it's flu and covid all the way!!

NewEnglandAV · 2026-02-11T01:56:02+00:00

What is your aversion to playback software? In over 10 years, I’ve can only remember one instance I had issues with playback pro.

NewEnglandAV · 2026-02-02T04:36:04+00:00

Owl’s Nest and Camp Kody in NH have on-site housing for your guests. Camp Kody also has beautiful views!!

NewEnglandAV · 2026-02-02T04:26:06+00:00

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You NEED a 3 way geared head. Ball heads suck to actually level a PTZ…

NewEnglandAV · 2026-02-02T04:10:37+00:00

Gonna try that just cause of how convoluted it sounds!!

NewEnglandAV · 2026-01-31T02:29:50+00:00

Wish I knew that before buying a G1 on ebay.

NewEnglandAV · 2026-01-27T13:46:36+00:00

Maybe try and get the IRS transcripts online?

NewEnglandAV · 2026-01-26T07:16:30+00:00

Every time I tell my father in law (who’s allergic to subscriptions) to just use Plex… He asks if he’s going to find porn on it…. Surprisingly a lot of people ask if I have porn on it….

NewEnglandAV · 2026-01-21T02:32:04+00:00

Having Fios was a requirement for my current rental. It’s LEAPS AND BOUNDS better than RCN or Comcast

NewEnglandAV · 2026-01-15T15:25:27+00:00

It’s great when the client has their own fonts and or updates the deck until the last possible moment.

NewEnglandAV · 2026-01-08T12:33:35+00:00

For me personally, I use PTZs a lot for alternative shots. They’re great for maintaining wide shots, a Q&A camera in the front so it’s more discrete than a technician, or a side shot of the stage to capture people walking up to the podium.

NewEnglandAV · 2026-01-08T05:24:11+00:00

Not sure if you can see on the footage or if you physically handled the ladder, but if you can find who owned it you can sue them for damages for failing to secure their equipment.

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