By Maurice Stouse,
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% in early February. That was .25% smaller rate increase than their previous meeting. We are seeing short...
By: Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
The new year has begun for America and the world and for investors. After watching both the stock and market experience significant drawdowns in 2022 (a rarity for the two to move in tandem), people wondered what the new year might bring....
By Chris Balzer
What does R-value mean? R-value measures insulation’s resistance to heat flow. It can also be referred to as “thermal resistance.” The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating power. All materials having the same R-value, regardless of type, thickness, or weight are equal in insulating power. ...
Mold should never be taken lightly as it can cause significant damage to your property and put you and your family’s health at risk. Sometimes mold can grow from a large obstruction following bad weather and sometimes it can grow from a household spill. Knowing the signs of mold...
Carolina Coastal Interiors (CCI), a centerpiece of High Point, North Carolina - “The Furniture Capital of the World,” has opened a new branch store in Santa Rosa Beach. Located next door to VKI Steakhouse along Highway 98 west in the The Landings Shopping Plaza, CCI is owned and operated...
By Maurice Stouse, Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
As 2022 ended, investors saw the year bring a 400% increase in interest rates and a $400 billion liquidity draw down by the Federal Reserve. Despite that, homeowner spending on mortgage payments, as a percentage of their monthly costs, was at a...
By Chris Balzer, ECES
ECES (Emerald Coast Energy Solutions) has announced it has partnered with SunPro products out of Bradenton, which is a top manufacturer of motorized awnings and screens. I’m not a very excitable person, however; when it comes to increasing comfort, I get excited.
I personally have gone through...
By: Maurice Stouse
Financial Advisor and Branch Manager
As one year closes out and another one begins, we have some thoughts for our clients on things to review and consider.
First: Know What you Own
We suggest it is a good idea to review your assets, stocks, bonds, cash, real estate, business interests,...
