June 1st marked the beginning of hurricane season. Researchers at North Carolina State said the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season will see 11 to 15 named storms forming in the Atlantic basin. The basin includes the entire Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico.
So, it is time...
By Lori Leath Smith
Niceville local Brad Buinicky’s mantra is, “Learn from the past and cling to good memories. Plan for the future and hope for the best. But live in the present and maximize your potential there.”
As the local Emerald Coast area owner of Heroes Lawn Care, Brad has...
By Kelly Murphy-Redd, CEcd
A force of nature, Danica LaFaire, the owner of Fish Window Cleaning, is the Official Window Cleaner of the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce. Danica’s energy and passion are a reflection of how she runs her business and how she participates as a chamber...
There are three hallmarks of a great business: a trustworthy brand, a hard-working business owner dedicated to customer service and a team of highly trained professionals. When you choose businesses to work with, you deserve the best. Introducing Ryan Jackson, owner of Window Hero Pensacola-Destin – the only name...
Step One Motorsports ambassadors experienced a historic weekend recently as there was a quadruple header for the first time ever. Representing drivers Juan Manuel Correa, Chris Walsh, Chandler Smith and Romain Grosjean all competed in different races and categories.
Juan Manuel Correa represented the team in F2 and placed 10th...
By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
Should investing be about fear or should it be about optimism? And which is the greater motivator of behavior and action? We have often heard that perception without any confirmation indeed becomes reality. Investors are bombarded almost daily with messages of fear....
There are three hallmarks of a great business: a trustworthy brand, a hard-working business owner dedicated to customer service and a team of highly trained professionals. When you choose businesses to work with, you deserve the best. Introducing Ryan Jackson, owner of Window Hero Pensacola-Destin – the only name...
By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
As we head into March, we are seeing some early trends or patterns for investors. First among these are short-term interest rates. The Federal Reserve raised rates to 4.75 percent in early February. That was a .25 percent smaller rate increase than...
By Joe Capers
Although I encourage everyone to engage in an insurance review at any time during the year, this time of year is the perfect time to resolve to better protect your family’s home and belongings.
When was the last time you reviewed your insurance?
The review should include an analysis...
