RICK PICIO
As a 7th generation General Contractor with over 35 years of extensive experience in residential and commercial renovations, fire restoration, and new construction, Rick has had hands-on experience with all stages of construction from design to estimating to scheduling to job completion. Rick has also represented insurance companies and FEMA by assessing property damage and providing estimates of loss to property and buildings.In his spare time, Rick enjoys horse racing and casino gambling.
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Kentucky Derby Winner Animal Kingdom Will Win Belmont Stakes by 10 LengthsAnimal Kingdom will return to winner's circle at Belmont Stakes. John Velazquez Jr., one of the nation's leading riders, knows how to ride Belmont Park.
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Loan Modifications Help the Homeowner & the BankThe government is increasing pressure to modify mortgages. Homeowners get lower mortgage payments. Financial institutions get new proof of being Mortgage Note holders.
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Media Hype Helps to Make Uncle Mo the 1-9 FavoriteWood Memorial favorite Uncle Mo gets beat. Media hype helps to make Uncle Mo the favorite. Win payoff on 1-9 is ten cents for each one dollar bet.
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America Needs a New Deal for the 21st CenturyThe New Deal of the 1930's created jobs and brought America back to prosperity. The American policy makers need to create programs to put Americans back to work.
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Getting the Most Out of Your Next Casino VisitCasinos keep track of each players playing habits. Using a players' card helps the player by earning comps. Reap the benefits that the casinos have to offer.
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Be Prepared for Your School Tax IncreaseFederal and State governments are cutting financial aid to schools. Schools are struggling to find ways to cut their out of control spending. Property owners will end up carrying the burden.
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Why All Americans Will Feel the Effects of the Japanese DisasterAlmost all electronics have components manufactured in Japan. The ongoing disasters have crippled the manufacturing capabilities of many factories. Electronic component prices will be increasing.
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Thinking of Hiring a Home Improvement Contractor?Don't become the victim of an unscrupulous contractor. Make sure that the contract has all the pertinent information. Check the references of contractors.
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Save Money on Your Next Home ImprovementContractors charge you for every task that they perform. You can save money by getting more involved in your project. Act as the general contractor.
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Use Only Trusted Sources for Information on Do-It-Yourself ProjectsThere are many do-it-yourself articles for home improvement projects. Not all articles provide the correct information.
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How to Save Money on Your Next Home Improvement ProjectDo a home improvement project the way that a contractor would. Shop around for you building materials.
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Is Your Toilet Costing You Money?Leaking toilets can cause high water bills. Flush valves and flappers are two main components. Both of these items are fairly easy to replace.
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Choosing the Right Interior Paint Finish for the JobLatex paints have many different finishes. With each level of finish comes a different level of durability. Purchasing quality brand name paint does make a difference.
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Spending a Few Dollars Now Could Save You Thousands LaterPurchasing a house is one of the largest investments that a person will make. Be extremely careful of purchasing foreclosed homes. Have the property inspected before you purchase.
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First Time Home Buyers - Protect Your InvestmentSimple steps that can identify issues that can compromise the integrity of a structure(your home). Trees and water are the 2 biggest culprits to structural damage. Increase the value of your home.
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The Slot Machine Addiction Could Be Coming to a Town Near YouVideo slot machines are creating a cash cow for the States and the horse racing industry. Gaming machine developers are creating new games which can allow the player to become, not only more engaged in the game, but more addicted.
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Has the U.S. Food & Drug Administration Turned Its Back on the American Consumer?Is the food we eat really safe? where does our food come from?, Lack of information on food labels, Isn't the FDA supposed to be a consumer protection agency?
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Making One Mistake when Doing a Do-It-Yourself Project Could Make You Very SickInstalling the wrong material when doing a Home Improvement could have serious health consequences.You can save money by doing-it-yourself but you could also put you and your family at risk for developing serious health issues.
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Renew the Appearance of Old Wood & Concrete for a Fraction of the Cost of ReplacementThis is a must read article if you have wood & concrete surfaces that are showing the signs of age and weathering. You can renew the look of these surfaces for just a few dollars.
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Planning a Home Improvement Project? Read This Article & Save MoneyWhen planning a home improvement, a little bit of knowledge could save you a whole lot of money. What you should know before you hire a contractor.
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Could $5.00 Per Gallon Gas Prices Be Good for America?Oil prices over $100.00 per barrel. How did we get there and where do we go from here?