By Maurice Stouse, Branch Manager Financial Advisor
The financial media are replete with reports that the markets in 2022 are off to one of their worst halves in recorded history. The stock market – the worst since 1970. The bond market, the worst ever. That begs the question, is the...
By Joe Capers, Insurance Zone
With 70% confidence, NOAA (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration) has just released its 2022 Hurricane Season Forecast calling for an above average season with 14 to 21 named storms. Last year’s 21 named storms was the second season in a row – third overall –...
By Jeremy Neel
It’s a well-known fact that mold destroys homes and ruins people’s health. Yet, some people aren’t aware of how to find out if there is mold in their homes. While mold is a problem anywhere, Florida’s weather creates more risks for mold. Florida’s high heat and severe storms increase the risk...
By Maurice Stouse, Branch Manager and Financial Advisor
Investors have watched the market move its way down for most of this year. Whether invested in stocks, bonds, crypto or otherwise, it seemed that values just continued to slip. Why has this been so? We look at several inputs to help...
The Florida SBDC provides no-cost consulting services to current or aspiring small business owners. FSBDC at UWF services includes training programs, market research, business plans, access to capital, feasibility studies, sales growth, marketing plans, government contracting, and assistance to minority-owned businesses.
If you manage a small business and are looking...
The Walton County Tourism Department recently released its annual tourism update for 2021, highlighting the positive impacts of tourism in Walton County.
“Despite the lingering challenges we still face due to the pandemic, the tourism economy in Walton County remains strong and resilient,” says Matt Algarin, director of communications for...
By Melissa Fertitta, Beachworx
A new study by The Instant Group shows demand for flex workspace is up 58 percent in cities across the United States. According to the data, Miami is outpacing all other cities, with demand skyrocketing by 143 percent.
While Miami may be busier than its Panhandle counterparts,...
By Joe Capers, Insurance Zone
For the past year or so, Florida property owners have learned about the many factors that caused our insurance premiums to increase at unprecedented levels. This is true in all lines of insurance, but primarily with insurance for residential and commercial property. There are multiple...
Have you ever wondered what the local Chamber of Commerce does and what the benefits would be for a small business considering joining? On Wednesday, May 25th, Jennifer Cooper, Membership Director of the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce will give a talk and answer your questions about the value...
By Ken Larsen, CR
Your home or commercial building has water damage. Do you know how to select a company with water damage and structural drying services? More importantly, will you be able to tell if they did the job right? Are you sure you’re asking the right questions?
Improper structural...
