As we go through life, we pass milestones that mark transitions into different phases of life. Financial transitions accompany these turning points. Our goals change and our priorities shift in response to these changing life needs. While everyone’s financial journey is different, most people pass through five primary financial stages as they age. During each stage, income, spending patterns, financial priorities and goals tend to change in predictable ways. Knowing which financial goals … [Read more...] about Understanding the Financial Stages of Life
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County Fair Benefits Community and Businesses
County fairs across the country have their roots in connecting business and community members to each other and to the latest agricultural inventions. At least that’s the history of county fairs. But what about today? County fairs are stepping up to the challenge to not only continue these business and community connections but also enhance them, while branching out and making technological connections, too. The Coconino County Fair is no different, and in terms of making a business … [Read more...] about County Fair Benefits Community and Businesses
Can You Sell Your Home Without a Realtor?
The short answer to this question is: of course! The long answer is a bit more challenging. Do you really want to? Are you really well equipped to? Here are some things to consider when choosing the best course for selling your home. First of all, do you truly know the value of your home in the present market? Websites such a Zillow and Trulia offer (at best) a guess of what your home should be worth. These numbers often vary greatly from the reality. The absolute best way to know the value … [Read more...] about Can You Sell Your Home Without a Realtor?
Lens Replacement Surgery
What is a Cataract? Our eyes function very much like a camera. You have two natural lenses in your eye. One lens is on the surface (cornea) of your eye, and a second lens is within your eye, called the crystalline lens. Together, these lenses focus images on the back of your eye (retina). At birth, our crystalline lens is clear. As we begin to age, it yellows and begins to harden. When this lens becomes cloudy, it is referred to as a cataract and begins to interfere with the quality of our … [Read more...] about Lens Replacement Surgery
Web Talk: Free Theme vs. Custom Build
Creating a memorable brand is difficult. When starting a new business, venturing out on your own or trying to set your company apart from the clamor takes imagination. Marketing is a combination of creativity and research. These two ingredients are vital to a successful marketing campaign. What can you do to be sure your brand doesn’t blend into the wall? In today’s business world, those who neglect to put time and money into their website are at risk of losing a large demographic. … [Read more...] about Web Talk: Free Theme vs. Custom Build
Regenerative Injection Therapy: Healing Injuries Naturally
Regenerative Injection Therapy (RIT) is an exciting and emerging option for patients with musculoskeletal injuries who do not respond to traditional treatments and are not ready for or not candidates for surgery. Newer RIT options include Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and stem cell injections harvested from bone marrow or fat grafts. Compared with surgery, these offerings are minimally invasive and cost effective. Conditions treated with RIT include arthritis and acute or chronic ligamentous, … [Read more...] about Regenerative Injection Therapy: Healing Injuries Naturally
Enjoying Garden-Tainment
During the winter, the heart of a family can often be found in the kitchen, where the homey good smells of food cooking, plenty of seating and an atmosphere of warmth and comfort serve as a magnet to draw people together. But in the summer, that heart can venture outside, letting your backyard become the center of the family’s universe. It’s the perfect place to relax and connect with your loved ones – and with a barbeque, you can still cook there, too! In gardening trend terms, this is … [Read more...] about Enjoying Garden-Tainment
Vanpools: Keeping Coconino County on the Move
Coconino County’s Citizen Survey confirmed that transportation issues are a top priority for our residents. While the primary focus is on roads and road maintenance, transit is an important piece of the overall transportation picture in our communities. Transit provides a valuable connection to jobs, health care and education. Coconino County is a member agency of the Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority (NAIPTA), the entity that operates the Mountain Line, … [Read more...] about Vanpools: Keeping Coconino County on the Move
Aphasia: Communicating through the Obstacles
You can easily read today’s newspaper, but then struggle to read a child’s book aloud. For someone with aphasia, this wouldn’t be unusual. Aphasia is a language disorder that can affect a person’s ability to communicate. It can impair a person’s ability to speak, read, listen or write – but it does not influence intelligence. Nearly one million people in the United States live with aphasia today. Aphasia usually is caused by a stroke that damages the parts of the brain that control … [Read more...] about Aphasia: Communicating through the Obstacles
The Five-Year Travel Plan
When planning a vacation, everybody gets excited. And why wouldn’t you? You work hard, you have many responsibilities at home and you hold out all year for those precious two weeks. So when the time finally comes, you want to make sure everything is just right. You should look at your vacation planning the same way you handle your financial planning. First off, use a professional travel consultant. Take an hour out of your schedule and have a real consultation. Discuss your dream travel … [Read more...] about The Five-Year Travel Plan