There are few things more annoying than getting a parking ticket. Wait – we thought of one – forgetting to pay said parking ticket. This is the situation that a TaskPoster found herself in. A few weeks ago, she got a parking ticket and, unfortunately, forgot to pay the fine on time. Consequently, the Los Angeles Transportation Department suspended her license. Ouch! As all of our LA TaskPosters and TaskRabbits can attest to, not having access to a car in LA can be a nightmare.

Parking enforcement told our TaskPoster that to expedite the reissue of her license, she should go to the courthouse and pay a $10 fee (on top of her ticket fine). Seems simple enough, right? Not so much. You see, this TaskPoster just so happens to be a doctor with a very demanding work schedule that doesn’t permit random trips to the courthouse.

So, how’d she get out of the bind? TaskRabbit Kevin P was more than happy to help! On Monday, Kevin will be outside the courthouse before it opens so he can be first in line to get her license back. TaskRabbit, for the win!

What annoying, time-consuming item is on your to-do list that you keep putting off? Haven’t you been meaning to install those new blinds? How long have you been promising your significant other to organize the garage? Surely you have better, more exciting things you could be doing than those pesky chores. Let us turn those to-dos to done.

Who doesn’t love a good football game – particularly in the post-season? A good game brings friends together, sparks harmless rivalries, invokes a sense of pride and loyalty and  gives us an excuse to indulge in not-so-healthy snacks and beverages.

Most of us have a favorite sports bar we frequent on game days. As you can imagine, last weekend in San Francisco, every sports bar in the city was swarming with 49ers fans hoping to see a victory over the New York Giants. Things didn’t exactly turn out how we planned, but we’re sure everyone enjoyed the ride.

What was the one snag to all this football fun? The bars were so packed it was almost impossible to get a seat, let alone, a table. So, what’s a sports fan to do?!

TaskPoster Ian D knew where to go for help. Ian and his four friends knew they wanted to watch the game at Kezar Pub, but were not game to get there at 9:00am to save a table for kickoff later that afternoon. You know who was game? TaskRabbit Owen V, that’s who. Owen got to the bar in the nick of time and snagged a table for Ian and his friends. While the outcome of the game wasn’t all that great for 49ers fans, at least Ian went to sleep that night knowing he exercised some smart living that day.

The Super Bowl is a week away. Do you have plans? Let us know how we can pitch in.

Not many things are better than a good old-fashioned prank. Chances are, you have a fond (and hilarious) memory of a practical joke that was either played on you or that you played on someone else.

The problem is, as we’ve grown up, it’s become harder and harder to find the time to plan a prank that’s one for the books. And who wants to put on a practical joke that isn’t awesome? Well, did you know that there are thousands of expert prankster TaskRabbits at your disposal just waiting to make your practical joke legendary?

TaskPoster Adam D did, and boy did he take advantage of it. Adam had a friend who, after five years of working together, was leaving his post at the company. Since his friend has always been a prankster, Adam looked to TaskRabbit to return the favor and help him plan something good. TaskRabbit Renee D got in on the fun and pretended to be job candidate that was – well – not qualified for the job. Adam and his coworkers got some good laughs and Renee had a ball.

Is there someone you know that would appreciate a harmless practical joke? There is? Great, let us know how we can help.

Oh, New Year’s Eve! It’s either the best or worst night of the year. Either way, we are here to make it a little less stressful!

For those of you who are hosting parties this year, we know it can be a bit hectic.  There is so much to get done – shopping, cooking, cleaning, decorating – and all that is before the party even starts! Once people arrive, the food needs to be continually stocked, trash needs to be picked up, and God forbid someone’s cocktail runs dry!

To avoid the stress, TaskPoster James B turned to TaskRabbit. James is throwing a huge soiree for New Year’s Eve in Hollywood, CA. He needed someone he could trust to ensure the party is a hit. He was looking for someone to set up food, restock beverages, clear glasses, napkins and plates that people leave behind and, finally, bring the trash out throughout the night. On top of the heavy lifting, James wanted someone reliable, cheerful, friendly and responsible.

TaskRabbit Justin N  was up for the challenge! Justin is just what James was looking for. A proud father and husband, Justin is a marathon runner, which he proudly acknowledges equips him with the skills needed to stick with a job until its done to a 100 percent satisfaction.

On New Year’s Eve, James is going to get to enjoy his party, instead of running around accommodating his guests. How can TaskRabbit help you ring in the New Year? Need someone to clean your apartment before a party your hosting? Easy. Looking for a trustworthy designated driver? Consider it done. Perhaps your plans for the big night aren’t finalized yet and you’d like someone to call around to bars or clubs to find out if there will be a hefty cover charge? Yep, we do that, too.

Whatever you need help with, TaskRabbit will take care of it. Kick off the New Year with a resolution to live smarter by posting a Task today.

Ahhh, Christmas. What’s more enjoyable than seeing the joy on the little ones’ faces as they dig into the pile of presents?

For those of us who are lucky enough to have mini-me’s (yes, talking kids here), this is the best part of the holidays. However, that blissful feeling is often short-lived as the feeling of anxiety sets in when you realize that the toy isn’t yet put together. True holiday buzz kill!

Wouldn’t it be nice if you had your own little elf to make sure all of the toys you (Ahem, we mean Santa) buy your kids are nicely assembled under the tree? Lucky for you, TaskRabbit has thousands of holiday helpers standing by to help you get your last-minute holiday to-dos knocked off that list!

Take advantage of it! TaskPoster Donna D did and is now free to enjoy the holidays with her family rather than worry about a missing plastic screw. Her Task was brilliant – she needed someone to put together the toys she bought her kids for Christmas.

It was like a little Christmas miracle. TaskRabbit Cricket B was more than happy to help. She meticulously assembled Donna’s battery-operated police care, a wooden rocket ship, a child’s art easel, a small drum set and a McDonald’s ‘Drive Thru’ stand. Based on Donna’s five-star rating of Cricket, looks like the toys are good to go for Sunday morning!

Phew! Now Donna can now truly enjoy watching her kids open the presents and not stress about putting them together. How can TaskRabbit help you in the next few days as you prepare for Christmas? Have a couple last-minute gifts to wrap? Let us take care of that. Overwhelmed with your holiday party and need some extra help? Let a TaskRabbit pitch in. Whatever it is, we’re here for you.

Pssst, you have two days. What are you waiting for? Post a Task today!