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Practical answers for people in Miami looking for local services.

• How to Hurricane Prep in Miami: 8 Steps
  A plain step-by-step guide to hurricane prep in Miami: plan, insurance, supplies, home, car, and the local pros to call before a storm is close.
• How to Find a Commercial Roofing Company in Miami
  Find a commercial roofing company in Miami: check the license, compare written bids, ask about permits and warranties, and know when to call a pro.
• How to Find a Personal Trainer in Miami: 6 Mistakes to Avoid
  How to find a personal trainer in Miami without wasting money. Six common mistakes and myths, and the simple fix for each one.
• Miami Small Businesses: 7 Mistakes and Myths That Cost You Money
  Hiring a small business in Miami? Avoid 7 common mistakes and myths about ratings, websites, reviews, deposits and quotes, with simple checks to use.
• How to Find the Best General Contractors in Miami
  How to find the best general contractors in Miami: what they cost, when to hire one or a handyman, how to check a license, and what a contract should say.
• What Is Miami Spice?
  Miami Spice is a yearly dining promotion with fixed-price menus at Miami restaurants. Learn when it runs, how it works, and how to book a good table.
• What Is the Miami Area Code?
  Miami uses two area codes, 305 and 786. Learn how they work, how to dial them, and how to check that a local business number is real.