Every time you hear how many gazillions Facebook, or Apple, or Google is worth, I know what you’re thinking. Why not me? The only thing stopping you is that you need to invent The Next Big Thing. The challenge is to figure out what The Next Big Thing is. To do that, you have to figure out what … [Read more...] about A Simple Guide to Getting People Hooked
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Housing For Older Persons Communities Change Age Limits
Based on an Arizona court decision, Arizona “housing for older persons” communities must consider Fair Housing issues when enforcing their residency restrictions. In Canady v. Prescott Canyon Homeowners Association, the Arizona Court of Appeals ruled that “housing for older persons” community … [Read more...] about Housing For Older Persons Communities Change Age Limits
Breaking the Cycle of Elder Abuse
Unscrupulous financial scammers preying on the elderly is probably the most well known form of elder abuse. What most people don’t realize is that elder abuse is more prevalent and far-reaching than fraud and scams. Elder abuse encompasses a wide range of mistreatment, including physical, emotional … [Read more...] about Breaking the Cycle of Elder Abuse
What to Do if Suspected of Driving Under the Influence
If you are ever confronted by the police as a suspect, remember two rules: First, don’t lie. Don’t say anything to the police that is not true. Second, don’t incriminate yourself. Don’t say anything that admits a fact that could cause you to get in trouble. Here’s how this advice plays out in the … [Read more...] about What to Do if Suspected of Driving Under the Influence
How to Deal with Annoying People
Dealing with annoying people is a sad fact of everyday life. Sometimes, there is just no way to avoid annoying, irritating people. While you may not be able to avoid these folks, there are ways you can reduce the annoyance factor. Consider this. For someone to annoy you, two things must exist. … [Read more...] about How to Deal with Annoying People
Anatomy of an Audit
One of the greatest fears of most taxpayers is the idea that the Internal Revenue Service might audit them. I have prepared taxes for well over 20 years, and one of the most common requests is: “Please keep me from getting audited.” The preparer does not control that. The IRS screens returns and … [Read more...] about Anatomy of an Audit
Winterizing: Easy as A-B-C, 1-2-3
Fall has officially hit Flagstaff, which means the colder weather of winter is just around the corner. It’s time to prep your homes for what the weather could be gearing up to throw at us. From getting your fireplaces and chimneys cleaned and ready, your doors and windows insulated and sealed, … [Read more...] about Winterizing: Easy as A-B-C, 1-2-3
The Root of the Problem
Inside your teeth is a soft material called pulp that contains blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue. If this pulp becomes infected, it can cause severe tooth pain. In some cases, that infection will require root canal therapy. Why Might I Need Root Canal … [Read more...] about The Root of the Problem
Free Hearing Test and Re-Branded Aids
Consumers are often confused about why some offices offer free hearing tests and why some do not. The variable is whether or not the provider of the service is contracted with Medicare. Hearing aid dispensers are not able to bill insurance for the screenings they do; therefore, they can offer free … [Read more...] about Free Hearing Test and Re-Branded Aids
Changes in Breast Notification Law
Arizona Senate Bill 1225 requiring dense breast notification became law on Oct. 1, which also marks the beginning of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase awareness of breast cancer and raise money for research. The new Arizona law requires health care facilities … [Read more...] about Changes in Breast Notification Law