Sure you want everybody at the party to notice your arrival, so you hire a limousine service. First off how sure are you that the limo service you’ve hired is trustworthy and reliable? It may seem that an inexpensive or unlicensed limousine service provider is more convenient to hire yes, you are wrong. Why? Do you think that if an accident should happen the company would have a contingency plan or recourse? I’ll give you tips in picking the right limousine service provider.

First off, we all know that you’re hiring a limo because it’s stylish. But there are many types of limos like SUVs, stretched, sedan and the infamous party bus where literally the party takes place in the bus itself. So you should pick the size and type of the limo according to the event you are going to attend.

Next, it is vital to know if the limousine company is properly insured and licensed, in order to get more information and know more of their reputation, you can ask people who regularly use limousines in your area. Also, ask about their contingency plans if ever you encounter problems with the driver or the service and limo itself. In the other hand you should also review their cancellation policies because you yourself might be the cause of the problem (e.g. schedule, number of passengers and even change of location or route)

Regarding the payments, before you proceed with any transaction, ask if they accept credit cards. If so, request them to fax or snail mail the receipts or files to you after the operation. Prices can vary based on the current demand (prom or wedding season) and also with the type of limousine you are going to rent. It’s also advisable to ask your local hotels and airports for advice because you can generally get a better price range from them.

Another crucial thing to consider is to make sure that you are getting the limousine you asked for. Check beforehand if it is clean and comfortable. Your style points will surely dwindle if you overlook these things. Be sure you address your questions before you are picked up to avoid conflict with management. If you are planning to bring a pet a long, it is but wise to ask the company before hand regarding their policies bringing pets on board.

Mississippi is a state known for having a classic southern style. Mississippi real estate is some of the cheapest in the land. Named after the Mississippi River, Mississippi is a state holding on to its history. Much of the state is farmland and even the towns and cities seem to have eschewed modern development for a more familiar past. In an odd bit of trivia, the state is the biggest producer of upholstered furniture in the country. It goes without saying that Mississippi is a state with a turbulent history, particularly during the civil rights movement. The state was the quintessential southern state and plantations and antebellum mansions can still be found throughout the state. Racial relations have come a long way, which has left the state with the glorious culture of the old south without as many of the racial issues.

Jackson is the state capital of Mississippi and a hidden gem in the south. The city has somehow managed to mesh old southern hospitality with a rapidly growing high tech industry. While that sounds like an odd mix, it works. In fact, Jackson has been voted one of the most livable cities in America by numerous publications. Jackson is a town with a lot to offer from both a cultural and practical perspective. There are 11 colleges in town, a symphony, opera and multiple museums covering the history of the south and the civil rights movement.

Tupelo is known best for being the birthplace of Elvis Presley. With a celebrity like that, Tupelo has made a major effort to capitalize on the fame. Tourists flock to the city to see the first home, school and so on of the infamous one. Notwithstanding Elvis, Tupelo is a pleasant city with golf courses and such. There isn’t much to recommend it nor is there much to criticize. Mississippi real estate is universally very inexpensive. A home in Tupelo will set you back roughly $160,000 while you’ll pay $220,000 in Jackson. In 2005, Mississippi real estate appreciated at a disappointing 5.5 percent, one of the lowest rates in the nation.