Generosity in All Seasons
By Samantha Compton
As a seasoned Financial Advisor, I am aware of the tangible financial benefits of generosity. At tax time, those who give to charitable organizations are...
Celebrate the Holidays by Giving Back
By Catherine Martinez
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season have arrived! That means parties, shopping, and festive food. But while you're planning your schedule, don't forget...
Consider Small Businesses for Your Holiday Shopping this Season
By Sarah Wall
It’s no coincidence that Small Business Saturday anchors one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year. Falling between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Small...
Hanukkah: Lighting The World with Truth and Courage
By Shannon Santschi
Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, is a Jewish holiday commemorating a miracle that happened about 164 B.C. in Jerusalem. The events surrounding the Hanukkah miracle...
Thanksgiving Around the World
By Sarah Wall
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and soon, homes across America will be filled with the scents of cinnamon and nutmeg in pumpkin pies, roasted...
Ring in the Season by Cleaning Out Your Refrigerator!
By Shannon Santschi
Deep cleaning your refrigerator is probably not the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the pending winter holidays, but it may...
Time Management Tips for Students with Jobs
By Naomi Atwater
What stops you from completing your to-do list every day?
Everyone will answer this question differently. Sometimes our roadblocks include procrastination, interruptions, distractions, or never having...
A Staycation = More Relaxation
By Shannon Santschi
One of my family’s most memorable and enjoyable vacations took place in our own backyard—literally! When my husband and I were itching for a holiday...
Welcoming Spring
By Heather Pluard
Now that Old Man Winter has taken his arctic air and polar vortexes home with him, it's time to celebrate Spring! If you're still feeling...
Amber’s Five Tips for Getting Organized
By Amber Taggard
1. Make your bed every morning—even if it's just your half.
Making your bed sends an important message to your brain that the time for rest...













