Purchasing a home is complex and requires practicality, honesty, organization and trust. Although no two people or situations are the same, there is a general process that you can follow in order to make this big decision as smooth as possible. Reality Check and Research It might … [Read more...] about First-Time Homebuyer’s Guide
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Why Hire a Document Destruction Service for Office Shredding?
All businesses are faced with the dilemma of what to do with the piles of paper generated by regular business operations. Many of those documents contain sensitive customer information or proprietary company data. Most businesses rely on an office shredder and have employees shred documents … [Read more...] about Why Hire a Document Destruction Service for Office Shredding?
Making Resolute Resolutions
New Year’s resolutions don’t work for me, or for most people. The long-term success rate for resolutions is low; a recent study conducted at the University of Scranton found that only eight percent of those studied achieved their resolutions. Given the low success rate, maybe it’s time for a … [Read more...] about Making Resolute Resolutions
From Oysters to Posole: A Century of Dining at Hotel Weatherford
The New Year arrives with new Food and Beverage Director Doug Evans at the Weatherford Hotel. Evans has been the head chef at notable restaurants such as Café’ Ole’ in Maui, the Azul Restaurant and Lounge at the Westin La Paloma Resort in Tucson and the Flagstaff Ranch Golf Club. We are so thrilled … [Read more...] about From Oysters to Posole: A Century of Dining at Hotel Weatherford
Shareholder Activism: A Year in Review
As a shareholder, the companies that you own are accountable to you. Owning one share gives you the right to vote on resolutions that appear on the annual ballot. If you own more than $2,000 of shares, you have the right to put a resolution on the ballot. Resolutions often ask for more disclosure, … [Read more...] about Shareholder Activism: A Year in Review
Relieving Dental Pain
You and your dentist have a range of options in addressing pain, including medication. When choosing a pain medication, you might consider: The level of pain you are having or are likely to have; Whether the pain is acute (expected to last for a short time) or chronic (happening for a longer … [Read more...] about Relieving Dental Pain
Flagstaff Convention and Visitor’s Bureau Holiday Event Resources
‘Tis the season to get employees, clients, friends or family together for figgy pudding, roasted chestnuts and libations. If tradition calls for a white elephant gift exchange or maybe who wears the ugliest sweater paired with a formal sit down dinner or appetizers by a cozy fire, Flagstaff has an … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Convention and Visitor’s Bureau Holiday Event Resources
Quitting Your Job: How To and How Not To Do It
Several months ago, my column discussed when to shut down a business. Oddly, in the last month, I’ve had several of my NACET clients have employees quit. And closer to home, my wife quit her job after three years. So, I decided to write this month on the two reasons you should quit and the two … [Read more...] about Quitting Your Job: How To and How Not To Do It
Understanding Different Kinds of Loans
There are a variety of different home mortgages available to buyers in Flagstaff and nationwide. Deciding which of those mortgages is the right one for you can be a complex task. As always, partnering with the right mortgage professional for you can make this decision much easier. Fixed Rate … [Read more...] about Understanding Different Kinds of Loans
New Snow Play Area for ‘Arizona’s Winter Wonderland’
Coconino County winters are everything a snow enthusiast could want. In Flagstaff, we get about 100 inches of snowfall annually, but are also one of the sunniest four-season destinations, with more than 260 days of sunshine each year. This, along with the altitude and mountain peaks, are … [Read more...] about New Snow Play Area for ‘Arizona’s Winter Wonderland’