Mindfulness is a hot topic in today’s fast-paced world; a practice of being present in the moment, fully aware of where we are and what we’re doing, of not being overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us. But mindfulness isn’t only a practice for yoga or meditation – it can also benefit your financial wellness. Here are three exercises to use mindfulness in your financial life. Exercise 1: Be Mindful of Your Savings Goals and Pay Yourself First Do you struggle to meet … [Read more...] about Practicing Mindfulness with Money to Boost Your Financial Wellness
Yavapai College Leaping Toward the Future with Classes in the Metaverse
The future of education is a hot topic as technology and innovation continue to change every industry. To excel in the future, we must accept these changes and adapt our current structures to take advantage of what technology can provide. It makes me proud that Yavapai College has its eyes set on the future, and the Metaverse is one of our focus areas. “Metaversity,” as it is being called, is an immersive way for students to learn through virtual and augmented reality. The college has landed … [Read more...] about Yavapai College Leaping Toward the Future with Classes in the Metaverse
Are Fruit Trees a Good Investment?
You used to need a lot of land to grow fruit trees. Dwarf and semi-dwarf fruit trees have allowed growing them in just about any yard. Most standard-sized fruit trees mature at a height and width of between 18-25 feet. Not only will this require a big chunk of your yard, but it also makes them tall to prune and spray without using a ladder. Even with smaller trees, growing fruit is a long-term investment. Fruits can take anywhere from two to 10 years to bear fruit. If you plan to be … [Read more...] about Are Fruit Trees a Good Investment?
Do You Know Who Provides Your Security Service?
Security systems are a great way to protect your property from intruders. They can be set up with motion sensors that detect any movement within the building or outside its perimeter. When an intruder is detected, they will trigger an alarm, which will alert those nearby of potential danger. But have you ever asked yourself, who is monitoring my security or fire alarm system? Many companies have the actual monitoring provided out of the United States. It can be unsettling for some homeowners and … [Read more...] about Do You Know Who Provides Your Security Service?
Considering Inflation, Return on Investment When Remodeling
Welcome to “At Home With Tom & Sandy.” We are here to give you the inside scoop and tips on everything A to Z for your home – and we love talking about the construction industry. Settle in, enjoy and have fun reading our column. We sure do enjoy sharing our words with you. Thanks for being such loyal and great readers. Sandy: Wow, Tom, have you been keeping up with the cost of everything these last few months? It is nuts! Tom: No joke there, Sandy. I can’t think of a single product … [Read more...] about Considering Inflation, Return on Investment When Remodeling
Put a Little Spring in Your Home
This is the time of year that we start thinking about warmer weather. There are things that need to be done to prepare your home for the upcoming spring and summer. Spring and fall are optimum times during the year to take care of several semiannual tasks around the house. The outside of your home is where you will be spending much of your time as the weather continues to warm up and the leaves start to come back. Clear gutters and downspouts of debris and leaves that have collected … [Read more...] about Put a Little Spring in Your Home
Workers Remain in High Demand
Workers are still in high demand and the competition continues to be fierce.The Yavapai County employment rate is at 97.3% and the unemployment rate is at 2.7%, which, by most definitions, equals full employment. Since the pandemic, Yavapai County has had disparity between the number of jobs in demand and the number of workers actually seeking employment. Employers in our area have been creative and innovative in their quest to attract and retain workers. Some examples of creativity and … [Read more...] about Workers Remain in High Demand
Celebrating the Hand Pie
Amazing Pies of Prescott, Arizona is our upcoming concept of celebrating all things pie. Sweet pies, savory pies, pizza pies, hand pies and more. Our staff has been focusing on amazing recipes and tastings to showcase to our community. One item that will be offered daily will be our hand pies. Much of the world calls hand pies meat pies or pasties (PAS-ties) and traces their origins back to at least 19th-century England, where they were a convenient lunch for Cornish tin miners. So, what … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Hand Pie
Academy of St Martin to Perform in the Fields Performs in Prescott
An Oscar-winning English chamber orchestra is coming to Prescott, with a groundbreaking international soloist and a program of Bach and Dorman to herald the approach of Spring. The Yavapai Symphony Association welcomes the Academy of StMartin in the Fields, with guest soloist Avi Avital, Tuesday, March 7 at 7 p.m. at Yavapai College Performing Arts Center. The Academy of St Martin in the Fields, led by music director and virtuoso violinist Joshua Bell, is one of the world’s finest chamber … [Read more...] about Academy of St Martin to Perform in the Fields Performs in Prescott
How to Plan for a Comfortable Retirement
When do you begin planning for retirement? Now is a good time to start. If you do not have a plan, it’s time to get started. The more time you have until retirement, the more wealth you can accumulate. We will present some options to consider. Education As we move into other finer aspects of preparing our long-term financial plan, we once again must understand all of our potential options. Preparing a long-term financial plan must include retirement planning, regardless of the amount of … [Read more...] about How to Plan for a Comfortable Retirement