“Thank you for your service,” are words we often hear when someone announces their service to our country, but saying thank you to a veteran never truly seems to be enough for what they and their families have sacrificed. As we have recently seen in the news, tens of thousands of veterans have returned home. The transition back to civilian life can have its challenges. A recent study by the National Academy of Sciences shows that 44% of veterans who have served in Afghanistan are having problems … [Read more...] about A Call to Action
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Following a Budget Formula to Achieve Financial Success
Who likes to budget? Why should you budget? Budgets are for chumps. Budgets are restrictive. It’s my money, I earned it. Are these all the things that come to mind when you hear about budgeting? If so, you need to rethink those preconceived notions. Budgets actually set you free. A budget is a plan – a plan for your money! You have a plan for vacation, your kids’ college and other major life events. So, let’s discuss a plan for your money. In this article, we will look at a budgeting … [Read more...] about Following a Budget Formula to Achieve Financial Success
Culture of Caring
Business is about people, so you have to invest a lot in people if your business is to grow. One way to do that is to practice a culture of caring. This idea encompasses a lot of things. For instance, leaders should understand what it is to be a servant leader who cares about employees, and employees should care about each other and for customers. Apart from that, everyone in your company must care about the goals and the purpose of the company. Why should you focus on building a culture of … [Read more...] about Culture of Caring
Giving Thanks for a Pet-Loving Community
For almost 50 years, Yavapai Humane Society has been proud and honored to be a part of this amazing pet loving community. We’re here because of the generosity of our donors and our community partners, who continue to support us and our mission to promote and protect the health, safety and welfare of companion animals. Through thick and thin, you’ve all been here for us and we want to take this opportunity to thank you for all you do for us. Whether you are a one-time donor, a regular monthly … [Read more...] about Giving Thanks for a Pet-Loving Community
Why Cybersecurity Needs a Multi-Layered Approach
Did you know that by the end of 2021, cybercrime will cost the world $6 trillion a year? Cybercrime is a serious risk, which is why you need to make cybersecurity a priority. A password is often the first line of defense. But a password alone isn’t enough to protect your business’s sensitive data. Why? Because passwords are created by people and are easy to crack. We all know somebody who uses the same password over and over again or scribbles passwords on post-it notes to jog their … [Read more...] about Why Cybersecurity Needs a Multi-Layered Approach
Sparkling Clean for the Holidays
Yes, you can have a sparkling clean home without going crazy. Disinfecting the buttons on the TV remote control and your cell phone screen are for true cleaning enthusiasts, but for the rest of us, here are a few tips from Prescott Maid to Order to help get your Prescott home ready for holiday guests, and keep your home bright and clean – and even merry! Scrub the foyer – Wipe down your front entrance door and sweep the doormat clean. Dust any entryway furniture and mop or vacuum the floor … [Read more...] about Sparkling Clean for the Holidays
Understanding the Significance of Dec. 1
Human nature dictates the things that capture – and keep – our attention. If you send a survey out to 300 random people and ask them about the significance of Dec. 1, I can guarantee you most of them will not know. Unless something affects us directly, we tend to not pay attention. Admittedly, there is too much going on in every individual life that we can barely pay attention to what is right in front of us, let alone the significance of any random date on the calendar. After all, there … [Read more...] about Understanding the Significance of Dec. 1
Horses, ‘Hot’ Feeds, Misconceptions
Over the years, I have worked for several horse trainers. Each barn had its own program in regard to training, routines and, of course, feed. Some trainers had their horses on schedules of feeding that entailed only forage (grass hay, alfalfa or a mixture of both) in the mornings and evenings, with “lunch” being supplement time: grain and various other supplements. Others fed forage and supplements simultaneously, morning and evening. Some fed only forage, with no supplements at all, with the … [Read more...] about Horses, ‘Hot’ Feeds, Misconceptions
Considering Short-Term Health Insurance Plans
Limited, or short-term, health insurance plans are an inexpensive alternative to a traditional major medical health plan and can be kept for up to three years. These plans are ideal for people who are generally healthy but make too much money to qualify for a subsidy under Obamacare. If you do not have serious pre-existing medical conditions and you don’t qualify for a tax credit under the Affordable Care Act to help pay those high monthly premiums, these options are much cheaper than an … [Read more...] about Considering Short-Term Health Insurance Plans
Quad Cities Real Estate Market Remains Robust
Everyone wants to know when the housing market is going to crash. Prices have risen sharply in the past two years as buyer demand has increased all across Arizona. The pandemic did affect potential home sellers’ willingness to list homes during much of 2020 and into 2021, as well as increase our buyer demand. The good news is that new listings coming on the market have been rising since February. However, we only have 721 active listings on the market in the Prescott area; in September 2019, we … [Read more...] about Quad Cities Real Estate Market Remains Robust