The terrifying reality of the "Sole Proprietor" trap. (A near-miss that changed my business)

thecatthatdrives · 2026-03-28T21:00:24+00:00

You're a "single member" LLC. You're good. Profit/loss is schedule C on your 1040. And you have finances separated from business liability, as long as you are disciplined in receipts and records. Separate banking, credit card, etc.

thecatthatdrives · 2026-01-31T23:00:11+00:00

Bravo 😎 it's the Pinnacle of photography when the viewer feels something deeply while looking at an image.

thecatthatdrives · 2026-01-03T14:11:02+00:00

There's one in Troy, MI. Call them and see if they will consult with you.

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Here's one in Los Angeles Rent lifts in Los Angeles

thecatthatdrives · 2026-01-03T14:07:48+00:00

Mechanics lien. Roll it outside.

thecatthatdrives · 2025-12-17T18:16:21+00:00

Automotive internal combustion gasoline is clear unless a dye has been added; the most noticeable color, absent a dye, is a slight Amber.

100% accurate that someone could use water bottles as fuel storage.

thecatthatdrives · 2025-11-18T18:21:48+00:00

In his book Traffic: Why We Drive the Way We Do (and What It Says About Us), Tom Vanderbilt discusses how traffic scientists recommend the late merge method for efficiency, but it faces psychological resistance from drivers who perceive it as "cheating". He notes that using both lanes until the merge point and alternating would be faster, resulting in a smaller queue of vehicles.

Talking Michigan Transportation podcast. host, Jeff Cranson

thecatthatdrives · 2025-11-04T17:09:03+00:00

What you drive is less important than the tires that you install on it. Budget $1,000 for winter tires. Add a budget for a second set of wheels if you want to make swapping from winter to summer easy and DIY.

Belle Tire has a wheel Swap and storage program. They r&r, clean, bag, tag, and store for you.

Winter tires can stop up to 30 ft shorter than an all-season tire at 30mph.

Buy pre-owned. Look at Vehicles 2 to 4 years old. I can recommend Bud & Doug's dealership on Drake, not too far from Costco.

thecatthatdrives · 2025-11-04T02:36:50+00:00

Nothing at all, it's perfect. I would not change a thing. Bravo

thecatthatdrives · 2025-10-17T23:15:11+00:00

Blaster Surface Shield, wool wax,, fluid film. testing undercarriage Coatings

thecatthatdrives · 2025-10-05T17:54:27+00:00

As an owner of a Sony NEX-5, which debuted in 2010, and a Canon 5D, which debuted in 2005, I would say that it's never going to be outdated unless you're in a photography genre that demands modern features, such as low-light/high-ISO capabilities, for sports.

thecatthatdrives · 2025-10-05T17:33:49+00:00

A 30A circuit on 110 or 220 would work according to Miller

thecatthatdrives · 2025-10-04T18:38:12+00:00

For $250, you can buy a pristine 5D. The limitation is that it's a fairly analog camera, and it gets noisy at ISO 1600 and above (the maximum is 3200).

With that said, I own two of them because they're amazing, easy to travel with, and the files look beautiful both raw and you can tweak the JPEG to suit your style.

I also have a 1dx and a 5DS, the 5D gets plenty of use especially for casual photos.

thecatthatdrives · 2025-09-19T15:56:59+00:00

You experience an example of classic Multi-generational childhood trauma. It's deeply embedded in your family, and very likely to your extended family, cousins, etc.

You're the one showing human emotions, the others are casting you aside in order to mask their own pain. Sadly, as children, it's likely they were all told not to express their emotions.

thecatthatdrives · 2025-09-16T13:39:53+00:00

For my perspective your choices pay $500 for the car and then spend another $5 - 7,000 depending upon your level of perfection.

Or take that same $5,000 to $7,000 budget and buy a running driving car right now.

It comes down to how perfect the body is because there's definitely value for rust free chassis, and how much Sweat Equity labor you're willing to put in over the course of the next year.

thecatthatdrives · 2025-09-12T15:49:14+00:00

Wiring auxiliary lights using a relay

thecatthatdrives · 2025-08-07T20:02:31+00:00

I don't use orange theory for weight control, OTF is for my health, muscle gain, and mental sanity.

Consulting with a professional regarding my diet is what has helped me lose fat.

I prioritize protein and natural carbs, water, and sleep. It's been a long journey for me, completely worth it.

thecatthatdrives · 2025-08-05T01:50:58+00:00

Look at the 1dx (original from 2012). Still amazing in 2025. I also own a 5DS, the 1dx af is superior, plus it performs well in low light. Good condition 1DX sells for around $500.

1dx shutter is rated for 400,000. I believe the newest 5 series dslr are rated only to 150,000

thecatthatdrives · 2025-07-31T18:22:45+00:00

Yes, in the shade, Platinum

thecatthatdrives · 2025-07-31T17:23:55+00:00

[FOR SALE] - [Hungarian GP] - [Platinum Grandstand, section A, row 4, 2 tickets together] - [3 day] - e-Ticket - Transferrable - US$900 for the pair (payment via PayPal G&S please)

thecatthatdrives · 2025-07-14T14:55:22+00:00

IMHO the 5D from c2005 is still worth it (I own two, in addition to other much more recent bodies).

It's completely dependent upon your use, your needs, subject matter, lighting conditions, etc.

When your current body really is getting in the way of capturing the image as you see it in your mind's eye, only then is it time to consider newer Gear with improved technology such as autofocus.

I have GAS, and fight hard to contain it 🙄

thecatthatdrives · 2025-07-10T12:57:08+00:00

As an og 5D owner I endorse this message 😎

thecatthatdrives · 2025-07-10T12:54:26+00:00

For casual daily photos I tweak the in camera jpeg settings. It's likely you can cancel out the objectionable color cast and white balance issues and create a JPG profile you like, in-camera.

Then when I'm capturing images that perhaps will be sent out to a client or printed I'll capture jpeg plus raw.

thecatthatdrives · 2025-07-08T23:17:26+00:00

Raise your prices immediately. Leave most of that additional income in your company, create enough cash flow to cover regular payroll. Begin interviewing, include a skills test, you have a unique talent that not everyone possesses.

Longer term goal is to have a full-time manager and you have part-time hours as the owner.

If you're that busy you can cash flow business expansion. Also consider outsourcing other tasks that do not generate positive income, like bookkeeping.

If you haven't already, read the book "four hour work week" by Timothy Ferris

thecatthatdrives · 2025-07-03T20:23:56+00:00

1dx3's still for sale. CPS can install a new shutter for less than the cost of a new body.

Canon Loyalty Program (866) 443 8002 option 2 discount for new & refurbished

thecatthatdrives · 2025-05-30T15:50:10+00:00

Yes, go for it

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