By Chris Balzer,
Welcome 2023! A recent survey of 531 US adults showed the top resolutions are; exercise more, eat healthier, and save money. A look back twenty years, CNN’s poll showed the top resolutions were; get out of debt, lose weight and develop a healthy habit (quit smoking). It’s...
By Felix Zapata,
Hurricanes are known to bring intense weather in the form of wind and rain. As a result, oftentimes storm surges are caused and create life threatening dangers and put your property at risk of flooding. After a flood occurs and your home is damaged, you face the...
By: Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
The United States and its citizens are one of the most charitable in all the world. And even though tax laws have made some changes to charitable giving, investors and savers alike are not only thinking about how and what they are...
By Chris Balzer,
I cannot believe the holiday season is here. It has been nice getting a break from the high humidity and I am especially enjoying those attic inspections this time of year. With the holiday season, inheritably comes more energy use. Family and friends come to visit, school...
By Joe Capers, Insurance Zone
If you plan on running a successful business, then you should definitely plan on getting business insurance. Without this coverage, you may end up having to pay out-of-pocket for property damage, accidents, or lawsuits from unhappy clients. Needless to say, all of these very real...
By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
Focus on the US Dollar
Former U.S. Treasury Secretary James Baker commented some time ago that one of the greatest challenges to the union, America, is seen through our current account deficits and even more importantly, the debt to GDP ratio. That ratio...
We all need personal transportation, but most find the process of purchasing a vehicle to be a difficult, time-consuming experience. Emerald Coast Motor Cars Destin provides a car buying service that takes all the hassle away. Stan Hall and Devon Kiss provide a car buying service where customers tell...
By Joe Capers, Insurance Zone
In July, we learned that Florida has the highest homeowner premiums in the country. And today it’s official, we now have the highest auto rates too! The average annual premium in 2022 is $2,560, compared to the national average of $1,682.
In Florida and most states,...
By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
Inflation, interest rates and the current state of things
Inflation has had more impact over the past than at any time in almost the past 40 years. After peaking at 9.1% in July, inflation came in a little lower in August at 8.5%....
Leak in the Sunrise Condos in Panama City Beach
Recently, the APEX Disaster Response Team responded to an emergency call at the Sunrise Condos in Panama City Beach, Florida. In response to a leak inside the structure, the team was able to successfully prevent human exposure to potential toxins and...
