Jul 25, 2017
Make the most of your summer vacation
Summer vacation for many families is almost over. In just a few short weeks, school will be back in session for another year.
Did your family go on a memorable destination vacation, such as a cruis…
Jul 24, 2017
Okaloosa 'Teach Children to Save' contest promotes financial responsibility
As a representative of Okaloosa Saves and the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, I was delighted to present a check for $1,000 from America Saves to local resident Dia…
Jul 24, 2017
Diversify your investment risk
All investments carry risk. But, as an investor, one of the biggest risks you face is that of not achieving your long-term goals, such as enjoying a comfortable retirement and remaining financially i…
Jul 21, 2017
Make kindness, patience a way of life
A train was filled with tired people. Most of them had spent the day traveling through the hot, dusty plains. At last, evening had come and they all tried to settle down to a sound sleep.
However, …
Jul 18, 2017
Film poster exhibit is at the library
The Robert L. F. Sikes Public Library in Crestview is wonderful. It has an amazing collection of books on many different subjects, from technical information to history to science fiction. Whatever o…
Jul 17, 2017
Citizen science is a growing hobby
Many people are fascinated by my job as a marine scientist. I often hear wistful comments like, "I wish I had chosen an exciting career like that." I'm here to tell you it's not too late. A phenomeno…
Jul 17, 2017
Financial moves for 'empty nesters'
When your children leave home and you become an "empty nester," you'll probably make several adjustments in your lifestyle. But how will your empty nest status affect your financial situation?
Ever…
Jul 14, 2017
More on handling difficult situations
Here's the scenario from last week's Pulpit article.
Someone at work goes to the boss and declares that you are not pulling your weight. The boss then makes a declaration that because "everyone" is…
Jul 11, 2017
Customer service 'is not what it used to be'
Customer service is an important function of most businesses and most of them take it seriously, but there are some that just brush off their customers.
The statistic quoted when I was in college w…
Jul 10, 2017
Match short-and long-term goals with the right investments
Not all investments are created equal. Some are better suited for short-term goals, while others can help you build resources for objectives far in the future. As an investor, then, one of your bigge…