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Financial Focus: Small habits help shape a stronger financial future

Financial security doesn’t have to come from a big break or a high salary. Wealth is often built through small habits repeated many times over. If you’re young and just getting started, time is your advantage. Begin now with these five small habits that can help build...

Estate Planning – It’s time to review your estate plan – Part 2

Jul 8, 2024 | Business

Creating an estate plan is not a one-time task; it requires regular updates to stay effective as your life changes. To ensure your estate plan works for you no matter what, I recommend reviewing it with your attorney at least every three years. However, certain life...

Estate Planning – It’s time to review your estate plan – Part 1

Jul 3, 2024 | Business

Creating a will or trust might seem like a one-time task, but it requires regular updates to ensure your family and assets are protected. Life events can significantly impact your estate plan, and failing to update it can leave your loved ones with a complicated...

Happy anniversary, Littlebear Bottleshop!

Jul 3, 2024 | Business

It was three years ago that Nathan Hazard opened Littlebear Bottleshop in Skyforest. He celebrated the occasion with a wine tasting on June 21 (1). Members of his wine club and other guests enjoyed Gary’s specialty hot dogs (2) and bossa nova and light jazz tunes spun...

The Castle: A place to relax in the forest

Jul 3, 2024 | Business

By Mary-Justine Lanyon When Arsine and Ben Shirvanian purchased what is known as The Castle in the Forest in 2015, it was largely unfinished. Renowned local designer and builder Ron Dolman had started construction on the large home in 1999. Due to the 2008 global...