By Julie A. Martin
When you have a property insurance claim in a single-family home, the claims process can be both frustrating and intimidating, and can be a long involved process. In a condo, it can be even more challenging, because the association is responsible for the exterior walls and...
By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
The first quarter of 2024 is already behind us, and the markets have had some interesting results. The S&P 500 as of this writing was up over 10%; the Dow is up over 5%. Bonds, based upon the bellwether 10-year U.S. Treasury have...
By Julie A. Martin
Insurance is everywhere, and there are so many different kinds, it gets confusing. What kind of coverage are you supposed to have to cover your homes, cars, boats and other fun things that you and your family use? Is it Property Insurance or Casualty Insurance?
The answer...
By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
Investors and their advisors often talk about sleeping well at night. We were recently reminded of the acronym of SWAN – Sleep Well at Night. We have seen consistently over time that nothing is more important to savers and investors – when...
By Michelle Ruschman
If you are struggling with a sliding glass door, then you need Beachside Sliding Glass Door Maintenance, LLC. Starting in October 2023, it’s owned and operated by long-time Destin residents and high school sweethearts, Trevor and Tina Kasten. “We have learned to work very well together in handling all...
Living in Florida comes with its own set of challenges, including hot summers, intense humidity, and the ever-present threat of hurricanes. As we count down to the start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season on June 1, it’s crucial to be mindful of the potential activity in the Atlantic this...
By Michelle Ruschman
After eight years of working in the Manhattan fashion industry, Jenny Herndon, one of the co-owners of Baldwin Turf’s Lawn and Landscaping, is excited to be back home where she can enjoy the sunshine and beaches year-round again. “My brother and sister, Matthew, and Leigh Anna, have managed...
Protecting Your Assets in an Evolving Threat Landscape
In today’s digital age, the significance of cybersecurity cannot be emphasized enough. The alarming surge in cyber insurance costs, coupled with the prevalence of ransomware attacks targeting small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), underscores the critical need for prioritizing cybersecurity measures.
Consider the latest...
By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
Keith Knight spent over 50 years in the investment and financial services business before retiring to the Emerald Coast of Florida. During his years advising clients and consistently across the beach towns, you could hear his often-repeated refrain: “Money never sleeps.”
Following on to...
NWFSC Nursing Program one of Nation’s Best Affordable Institutions
Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) was named by Forbes Advisor as one of the nation’s best affordable institutions in 2024 for RN to BSN Programs. Forbes Advisor evaluated 58 colleges, with NWFSC emerging as one of the top 10 schools providing...
