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Author Turns Devastating Home Disasters Into Inspirational Stories


Contest Period

Contest Period: September 1, 2013 - November 30, 2013

Friday, August 2, 2013

Press Release: Home Disaster Story Contest



For Immediate Release

September 1, 2013



CTi Home Disaster Story Contest

Author Turns Devastating Home Disasters Into Inspirational Stories



Eagan, Minnesota - Author Phillip S. Porter announces the online Home Disaster Story Contest.  This contest is for homeowners who have experienced a loss of personal property as a result of tornado, hurricane, fire, burglary, etc. and filed an insurance claim and/or police report.  The stories will share personal experience and lessons learned from these tragic events.  Stories, experience and lessons for other homeowners to learn and avoid if possible in an effort to pay it forward.  The homeowners will be sharing their unique home disaster stories and competing with other homeowners from around the country.







The Grand Prize Winner will have their story published as the first chapter in Phillip S. Porters book “Home, Estate & Property Inventory Management” 2nd edition scheduled to be released in 2014.  They will receive one FREE autographed copy of the book from author Phillip Porter.  In addition, they will win a 3 year subscription of HomeZada's Premium version of its online home management software which gives homeowners the ability to manage home inventory, home maintenance and home improvement projects.







Other runner-up winners will have their home disaster story published in the book as well.  All other homeowners who qualify and successfully enter the contest will have their names listed on the “Thank You” page in the book.  







Mr. Porter says “I am excited about incorporating true home disaster stories from ordinary people in the 2nd edition of my book.  This version of my book will contain the challenges people overcame after experiencing a loss of their personal property and tips on what they've learned.”







If you have experienced a loss of personal property as a result of storm damage, tornado, fire, burglary, etc., consider this your official invitation.  Submit your story as follows:



  1. Starting September 1, 2013, go to our “Home Disaster Contest” blog at http://homedisastercontest.blogspot.com click on the "Home Disaster Story Contest Application" and download and print the "Home Disaster Story Contest Application" (PDF Format) from Scribd.com.  Complete the "Home Disaster Story Contest Application".  Submit your completed application to homedisastercontest@gmail.com.
  2. Create a video of your home disaster story and post it on your YouTube Channel.  Then email the link to your video to homedisastercontest@gmail.com
  3. Contest ends November 30, 2013
  4. For more information visit our blog www.homedisastercontest.blogspot.com.



 In the Home, Estate & Property Inventory Management book, you will learn:



  • How to implement a home disaster emergency preparedness plan(s) and the supplies to include in your disaster supply kit for your family.
  • Nineteen reasons to inventory your home.
  • The most effective method for inventorying, managing and tracking the contents of your home.
  • What the insurance industry and local law enforcement agency requires when you file a claim after experiencing a loss.  With this knowledge, you should be able to file a more accurate insurance claim and police report.



 About The Author: Phillip Sebastian Porter is author of the book titled “Home, Estate & Property Inventory Management” which is sold on Amazon. Phillip has been the President, Chairman and Elite Home Inventory Professional for almost 8 years with Crystal Treasures, Inc. (CTi).  Phillip received his M.B.A. in Management from the University of St. Thomas in 1987 (Minnesota).  He has held Property & Casualty Insurance, Life/Health Insurance and Real Estate Limited Brokers Licenses.  In 2010, Phillip wrote an article entitled "Track Your Treasures Before Disaster Strikes" that was published in the HUB International Insurance Perspectives e-Newsletter.  







Sponsored by:



HomeZada (www.homezada.com) is an innovative online and mobile software application that organizes and manages your home by tracking home improvement projects, maintenance calendar checklists, and a home inventory. The cloud based solution helps people save money improving and maintaining their home while being better organized and prepared.







Crystal Treasures, Inc. is a Minnesota based company that has provided Premier Home Inventory Management services since 2005.  In the event of a loss, such as a fire, storm damage, burglary, etc., the burden of proof always falls on the homeowner.  Crystal Treasures specializes in property inventory management services for residential properties, country estates, yachts, private aircrafts, ranches, farms, recreational vehicles and much more.   To learn more, visit our website at http://www.crystaltreasuresinc.com.







Contact Information:



Phillip S. Porter, MBA, CEO, Author



Eagan, MN 55122



651-485-4344          



crystaltreasures@charter.net





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