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The RoadMate 1430 sports a plain, all-black design. The 4.3-inch color touchscreen display is framed by a matt-black plastic case that doesn’t easily pickup fingerprints. This reduces cleaning effort.

All functions are performed via the touchscreen interface; there are no physical controls on the RoadMate except for the power button which can be found on top of the unit.

A single speaker is located on the back of the unit.

On the right side of the RoadMate, you will be able to find the reset button, traffic antenna connector, and USB connector.

The Magellan 1430 is about the same thickness as Magellan’s Maestro GPS units at about 0.73″ thick, and slightly thinner than Garmin’s nuvi 2xx and 7xx models.

Magellan’s RoadMate 1470 is the 1st product released since the company was acquired by Mitac earlier this year, and if the 1470 is any indication, this is going to be a very good union indeed.

An absolutely wide 4.7-inch display, easy to use interface, and uncommonly flexible routing options make the Magellan 1470 one of the best GPS devices Magellan has produced in a very long time.

The RoadMate 1470’s large LCD display is framed by a piano-black plastic case. Currently, most wide-screen GPS units have a 4.3-inch display. The 1470’s larger LCD translates into bigger on-screen buttons that are easier to press, larger text that’s easier to read, and a better map screen.

Other than the power switch on the top of the unit, there are no physical controls on the RoadMate 1470. All functions are performed via the touch screen interface.

The back of the RoadMate 1470’s case is made of silver-colored matt plastic. At the lower-left corner of the back of the device is the single rear-facing speaker.

With larger speakers than the normal GPS units, the RoadMate 1470 is able to  produce deeper, crisper sound without any forms of distortions at high volume.

The power switch is located on the top of the RoadMate 1470.

You will find that on the GPS Reviews, the 1470 is comparable to the Magellan’s Maetro 4000 series, measuring at 5.2 x 0.7 x 3.3 inches,at about the same thickness and height. Compared to the Garmin’s nuvi 200 and 700 series units, the 1470 is slightly slimmer.

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A professional window cleaning service can do wonders for the image of your business premises. Dirty and poorly presented windows cast a dim light of the image of your business, whereas clean and sparkling windows tell your visitors that you are a professional business that cares about its appearance.

Modern window cleaning techniques are also more advanced than they used to be a few years ago, including the use of pure de-mineralised water and telescopic poles that are used to clean windows from the ground level instead of the use of ladders.

Pure de-mineralised water absorbs the dirt and dust more effectively from windows than normal untreated water or water with chemicals added. It is the minerals in untreated water that historically leaves water marks and spotting. The more advanced modern professional window cleaners use van mounted, de-mineralised water systems that ensure that you never get a problem with water marks being left. Additionally, the water is heated to 75 degrees centigrade enabling the system to cut through dirt more efficiently than cold water. After all, you wouldn’t wash your dishes with cold water would you?

Telescopic fibre glass poles are used instead of ladders so that you benefit from greater privacy and comply with current health and safety legislation, specifically the UK Working at Heights Act. A modern window cleaning reach-pole system can clean windows up to a height of 65 feet from the ground. This is ideal for premises such as car showrooms, hotels, health clubs, hospitals and shopping malls.

The results of this modern window cleaning technology are streak-free, perfectly clear windows every time. Making the investment in a professional window cleaning service is a smart move that will pay for itself in the image that it will give your business premises.

When it comes to deducting your mileage on your tax return, you might be looking at a rather large deduction. If it is a requirement of your job and you meet the following criteria, then you can deduct your mileage on this years tax returns.

First and foremost you must keep accurate records of your mileage for you to qualify for the deduction.

Listed below are some examples of what mileage can be recorded for this deduction:

• Medical Expenses – Mileage for medical Car
  The standard rate is 24 cents per mile.
• Charitable Donations – Mileage for charitable Organization
  The Standard rate is 14 cents per mile.
• Job Hunting – Mileage spent on job seeking
  The standard rate is 55 cents per mile.
• Employee Business Purposes – Mileage for using your personal vehicle for business purposes. Commuting expenses are not deductible.
  The standard rate is 55 cents per mile.

When recording your mileage you must have the following information documented and complete when preparing you tax return:

• Mileage
• Time and Dates
• Place and Address

Once you have calculated your mileage for the year, you may be surprised as to just how much your deduction will be.

You also have the choice of deducting the actual vehicle expenses rather than the mileage. You cannot deduct both you must choose one or the other. For example the following are what types of expenses you may deduct:

• Gas and Oil
• Maintenance and Repairs
• Tires
• License Fees
• Insurance

After calculating the total for both you then would choose which deduction is higher.

Visit TurboTax Online today for more information on tax mileage allowance.

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