Business

Consider the variety of needs in the community: Beds for children who are sleeping on floors, food, clothing and care for at-risk foster children, STEM and mentoring programs to spark brighter lives for children and teens, marine and wildlife conservation and protection programs. These are among the many community needs FPL...

By Julie A. Martin When you live in a community governed by a Homeowners Association (HOA), you might feel like your options for homeowner’s insurance are limited. However, working with an independent insurance agent can help you find the right coverage that meets both your needs and the requirements of your...

By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager If we reflect on almost four decades in the investment world, we cannot find, with any consistency, anyone who can tell you when and how to invest in the next year. For sure, there are market predictions, economic predictions and forecasts and...

By Margaret Zonia Morrison On November 21st, it was announced that Walton County Master Gardeners have been awarded $1,000.00 as a Legacy Award for the Landscaping Project at the Coastal Branch Office, located at 70 Logan Lane, in Grayton Beach, Florida.   The Master Gardener Program operates under the auspices...

The Watersound Club team will be joined by PGA legend Davis Love III and his design firm, Love Golf Design, in building a new golf course named “The Third” The St. Joe Company (NYSE: JOE) (“St. Joe”) is excited to announce the construction of another world-class Watersound Club golf course....

Growing up in Pensacola, Corey Booth didn’t need to look far to learn the meaning of generosity. “As a child, I watched my father work at the local utility and live his faith by helping others, and I knew I wanted to follow in his footsteps,” said Booth. The now always-busy...

In an exciting move that marks a significant expansion beyond the culinary world, Lady Ray’s Culinary Delights has ventured into the beauty industry with the acquisition of the Shores Salon located at 831 Harbor Blvd. in the heart of Destin, Florida. This strategic decision showcases Lady Ray’s commitment to growth and diversification while staying...

Here’s how a home energy checkup can help you save cash and reduce your carbon footprint.  A simple home energy checkup can show you how to fix air leaks, see if you have insulation shortages and find other common culprits that cost you big bucks each year. What if you...

When it comes to accuracy in managing every penny, you can trust Walton County Tax Collector Rhonda Skipper. This is one of the key reasons why Ms. Skipper and her financial team have been honored with several consecutive Legacy Awards for Financial Operations, a prestigious accolade granted by the...

By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager When it comes to saving and investing, we encourage individuals to do a review of tax strategies and to consider if some of these might work for you and your situation. There is tax deferral, tax deduction, tax free, tax reduction and tax...