Meet Local Pro Matthew Vanderford, a Public Adjuster, whose roots began in Valparaiso. Both of Matthew’s grandparents retired from military careers locally and his parents met at Lincoln Park in Valparaiso. But when his father joined the military, Matthew’s family finally landed in New Jersey.
As a teenager (age 15),...
By Chris Balzer, ECES
This holiday season is unlike any other, to cap off a year unlike any other. Throughout this season, and as we move into a new (and hopefully better) year, we wish you moments of peace amid the difficulties, connections with family and friends, even if they...
Okaloosa Gas District presents the Niceville Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce annual Sequins & Suits Auction event at The Mattie Kelly Arts Center at Northwest Florida State College, Thursday, Dec. 2, 6:30- 9:30 p.m. The event will feature silent and live auctions, delectable small plates, a fun wine pull, cash...
By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
Americans and American investors continue to be amazed and surprised at so many things that are taking place. Were we headed in this direction already and has the pandemic merely accelerated it? There is a shortage of labor. (We understand there are...
By Michelle Jannazo
Feeling lucky? Of course—everyone enjoys a run of ‘good luck.’ But—you will need much more than luck to create a winning grant application and secure grant awards. Securing grant funds is a skill and growing grant revenue requires strategy, collective effort and patience. Here are a few...
By William Blanken
These days, anyone can fall victim to identity theft and servicemembers might be relatively easy targets. Because servicemembers are away from home for long stretches of time and receive a steady source of income, it’s easy for scammers to obtain a servicemember’s information without being noticed. Fortunately,...
On Thursday September 9, 2021, five members of the Northwest Florida Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) were selected for the Inaugural Class of the United Way Emerald Coast Emerging Leaders 40 under 40 Awards presented by Step One Automotive Group. This recognition highlights Okaloosa and...
By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
We often get the question or the comment regarding a market correction or worse, a bear market. We also take note that, historically, many corrections have been made in September and October. Why that is so is the subject of speculation. Most...
By Joe Capers, Insurance Zone
Although the life insurance industry has adopted the campaign that September is life insurance month, it is my belief that every month is Life Insurance Awareness Month.
Recent market research done by LIMRA (Life Insurance and Market Research Association) shows that 36% of Americans plan to...
