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Financial Focus: Stay one step ahead of cybercriminals

Cybercriminals are after your money. They're getting smarter and increasingly using AI. But you can stay a step ahead. Scammers often troll for consumers; it's called phishing. Be cautious of unexpected emails, texts or calls. And verify requests through a...

Chamber mixer at Lake Arrowhead Lodge wows the crowd

Dec 29, 2024 | Business, Communities, Lake Arrowhead

By RHEA-FRANCES TETLEY Staff Writer The Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce threw a fabulous Christmas-time mixer for its members at the new Lake Arrowhead Lodge, formerly known as the UCLA Conference Center. The Lodge was announcing to the community that...

The time is now to vote for chamber board members

Dec 29, 2024 | Business, Communities, Lake Arrowhead

The Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce has mailed out ballots for the election of three directors to its board. Electronic ballots must be returned by Dec. 30. Five candidates are running for the three positions. Directors serve a three-year term; they...

Financial FOCUS – Time to consider a business retirement plan?

Dec 29, 2024 | Business, Financial Focus

If you’re a business owner, you’re always thinking about the days ahead: How can I boost sales in the next year? What trends should I be watching? But there’s another question to ask about your future: Do I have a good retirement plan in place? Consider these...

What should you know about RMDs?

Dec 18, 2024 | Business

You may spend many decades contributing to your IRA and 401(k), but eventually you will likely need to take the money out – in fact, you must take the money out or face penalties. Here are some of the basics: What are they called? Mandatory withdrawals are technically...