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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...

Insights on retirement and tax advantages for small businesses

Jun 4, 2025 | Business

By Elise Gray Special to the Alpine Mountaineer In response to a recent law that requires all businesses operating in California to facilitate a retirement savings option for their employees, the Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce recently hosted an...

38 years of pampering the mountain

May 14, 2025 | Business

By Mary-Justine Lanyon For 38 years, women – and men – on the mountain have looked their best, thanks to Christine Feldman. In 1987, Feldman purchased a salon in Lake Arrowhead Village, where she provided her hair styling services until 2005. She had purchased...

Financial Focus — Time for some financial spring cleaning

Apr 1, 2025 | Financial Focus

Spring is here – which means it’s once again time to wash the windows, organize your cabinets and steam your carpets. This year, in addition to tidying up around your house, why not also consider some financial spring cleaning? Here are some suggestions to consider:...

Financial Focus — Don’t lose track of financial accounts

Mar 26, 2025 | Financial Focus

Consider this: About one in seven people has unclaimed cash or property, totaling billions of dollars, according to the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators. People lose track of their money for a variety of reasons. They change jobs and forget...