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A Lifeline for Small Businesses: The PPP Loan

Small business owners who have 500 or fewer employees, including self-employed individuals, may be able to benefit from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that was passed last week. One of the most compelling parts of the Act is the...

Financial Security Starts with a Strong Foundation

By Patrick Amey The notion of financial and/or wealth management means different things to different people. For some, it’s finding investments and saving options to preserve what they have. For others, it’s planning the estate they want to leave behind. ...

5 Steps to Build Your Personal “Business Plan”

By Joni Lindquist Successful businesses develop strategies, build business plans and then most importantly, execute these plans.  The same is true of business executives.  Those who build and then consistently execute their plans are more likely to achieve their...

3 Considerations When Upsizing Your Home

By Stewart Koesten Most anyone who has owned a home for a few years will at some point consider “upsizing” to something a bit bigger, a bit nicer, in a better area, and, almost always, more expensive.  Here are three questions to consider before you pull the trigger:...

Financial Planning: Ditch the Stuff

By Stewart Koesten When it comes to financial planning, you are best served to stop chasing stuff and cap your lifestyle.  While this idea sounds simple, it can be difficult to implement.  In order to be successful, follow these three important steps: 1. Know the...