Brisk temperatures, orange and brown leaves, and an impending Thanksgiving holiday are surefire signs that November is well underway. As the bustle of the holiday season begins, remaining thankful for all that we have is usually at the forefront of everyone’s mind. Real estate is no different. It never hurts to take a look around and be thankful for what you have. If you’ve chosen a consummate professional to work with in your real estate endeavors, be thankful for that! A real estate agent … [Read more...] about Being Thankful Comes In All Shapes, Sizes
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Is a Pellet Stove the Right Choice for You?
Some of you may be considering a pellet stove as a heating option. Modern pellet burning stoves and inserts come in many shapes, sizes and even colors. Pellets are a renewable bio-fuel, made from compressed sawdust. As such, many pellet appliances qualify for a federal tax credit of up to $300. Some pellet stoves are capable of "multi-fuel" operation with alternative fuels like corn, although availability varies by region. Pellet burning stoves fit the busy lifestyle of most homeowners with … [Read more...] about Is a Pellet Stove the Right Choice for You?
Understanding the Benefits of Freedom of Thought, Expression
In my younger days, I was pretty intractable, convinced that I was always right. When my wife, Tracy, reads this, she’ll do an eye-roll and think “was?” but I really have gotten much better about allowing for the possibility that I might be wrong. (At some point, I had to give in to overwhelming evidence of my fallibility.) Unfortunately, the belief that we’re infallible infects us as a society. This is a pernicious threat to our future. Believing that we’re infallible leads to the … [Read more...] about Understanding the Benefits of Freedom of Thought, Expression
When Should the Founder Hire a CEO?
In the last 30 days, I have had four different CEO/founders come to me about a number of issues that all point to one thing. Is it time to hire an outside CEO/president/COO? I truly believe this one decision is the toughest for any founder/CEO to make. It involves coming to the realization that your “baby” may have outgrown you. Are You Making These Observations? As you go about the day-to-day of running your organization, are you wishing you had another you to help? Are you … [Read more...] about When Should the Founder Hire a CEO?
Creating Family for Seniors During the Holidays
Fall is in the air, which reminds us the holidays are right around the corner. During this time, our schedules get busier and juggling life and work can be more challenging. For seniors who reside in long-term care or assisted living facilities, they can see an increase in community involvement, but it is also a time when they may feel the loneliest. Many do not have family who live nearby or are easily available during this time to make their holidays more joyful. I would like to share with … [Read more...] about Creating Family for Seniors During the Holidays
Keeping the Heart Healthy
Heart health has become a focus for many Americans. Often, our busy yet sedentary lifestyles do not allow for us to take the necessary steps to ensure a healthy heart. But hearth health is not something to be brushed aside. According to the Centers for Disease Control, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States – accounting for one in every four deaths. According to Harvard Health, as many as 10 percent of heart attacks occur before age 45. It’s never … [Read more...] about Keeping the Heart Healthy
Voting: Fundamental to Democratic Government
Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves, and the only way they could do this is by not voting." - Franklin D. Roosevelt Full disclosure: In case you couldn’t tell from the quote above, I believe in voting. This column is an unapologetic, full-throated and earnest plea for you to head to the polls on Nov. 8 – or fill out an early ballot if you prefer. Voting is fundamental to democratic government. The existence of this country … [Read more...] about Voting: Fundamental to Democratic Government
Developing Drugs to Treat Hearing Loss and Tinnitus
There is huge opportunity for companies looking for a money maker! According to the World Health Organization, there are more than 360 million people with disabling hearing loss who need help. Currently, we work to fit these individuals with hearing aids and teach others about reducing noise exposure. But what if we could develop a way to regrow the damaged area in the hearing organ after noise exposure? What if we can use eardrops that will prevent hearing loss before it happens? Both of these … [Read more...] about Developing Drugs to Treat Hearing Loss and Tinnitus
So, You Want to Buy a Home?
Deciding to purchase a home is both very exciting and scary all at the same time. Just as important as finding a licensed real estate agent that knows the Flagstaff market to assist you in the purchase process, finding a local reliable qualified licensed loan originator is imperative. You, as the buyer, get to choose who you work with. Schedule appointments to meet with various loan originators around Flagstaff. The loan originator you select will be working on your behalf to obtain the funding … [Read more...] about So, You Want to Buy a Home?
Having a Hobby is a Must for Physical, Mental, Emotional Health
My hobby? I am rebuilding my goat. I enjoy activities with family and friends as often as possible; however, it wasn’t until I started rebuilding my “goat” that I realized the benefit of having a hobby. By hobby, I mean an activity outside of my normal, daily work and family time; an activity I engage in just for the sheer enjoyment of it. In 1992, I purchased a 1969 Pontiac GTO. Although Pontiac used the name GTO Tiger in its advertising, the car soon acquired the nickname goat. I drove my … [Read more...] about Having a Hobby is a Must for Physical, Mental, Emotional Health