Business

Financial Focus: Inflation-fighting strategies for retirees

Inflation may run high or low, but it’s pretty much always around — and it’s particularly concerning if you’re a retiree. How can you help protect yourself from the rising cost of living? Start by looking at your investment portfolio. Even if you’ve adjusted it to a...

Legal preparations for worry-free holidays

Dec 20, 2023 | Business

Traveling for holidays is a time to unwind, create cherished memories with loved ones and escape from daily routines. However, before you embark on your holiday adventure, it's crucial to ensure your legal affairs are in order, guaranteeing peace of mind and enabling...

Neu-Art Studio celebrates 30 years – ‘We put your name on stuff’

Dec 14, 2023 | Business

By Mike Harris Special to the Alpine Mountaineer One of the toughest things any business or organization can do is coming up with a “look,” from the logo to the font, artwork and even what colors should be used, from presenting the company’s message so it...

Dancing their way into children’s hearts

Dec 13, 2023 | Business, Communities, Lake Arrowhead

Marcy Vega (center in white coat), the CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of the Mountain Communities, was all smiles at the Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce mixer on Dec. 6. Folks who came to the mixer at Cadillac Cowboy in Lake Arrowhead Village were...

Probate: What it is & how to avoid it—Part 2

Dec 13, 2023 | Business

Probate, the court-supervised process for estate settlement, remains a complex and often burdensome ordeal for families unless proper estate planning is in place. Last week, in the initial part of this series, we delved into the workings of probate and its...