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FINANCIAL FOCUS®Be alert for caregiver financial abuse Do you have a parent or other elderly relative who may soon need a caregiver? If so, be diligent when selecting the right person for the job — because choosing the wrong one could lead to big financial problems. You might find a close family member or […]
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The Five Cornerstones of Endurance: A Step-by-Step Guide to Recession-Proofing Your Small Business Much like the unpredictable currents of the St. Joseph River flowing through Constantine, Michigan, the economic climate can shift from placid prosperity to turbulent recession with surprising speed. For small business owners, the backbone of our local and national economies, these downturns […]
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Beyond the Ledger: How Correct Property Tax is Changing the Game for Homeowners The Evolution of Correct Property Tax Beth Szweda’s journey in the property tax field began in 1987, marking the start of an extensive career that spanned both sides of the tax equation. Initially, her role in an assessor’s office was a means […]
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FINANCIAL FOCUS® How can business owners plan for an exit? If you’re a business owner, you always have a lot to do and a lot to think about. But have you put much thought into how you’ll eventually leave it all behind? Even if you’re a few years away from that day, it’s a good idea […]
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Austin Tax and Financial: A Testament to Faith, Family, and Financial Wisdom In St. Joseph, Michigan, Tom Austin, the founder of Austin Tax and Financial, embodies entrepreneurial success through his unwavering faith and family values. His journey from a traveling financial planner across Michigan and Indiana to the proud owner of a trusted local business […]
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GVC Mortgage South Bend: Welcoming You Home When Ryan Woodruff set out to bring GVC Mortgage to the greater South Bend area, his goal was clear – to build a mortgage lending team that puts homebuyers first. He wanted to create a branch that focused on guiding people through one of the most important financial […]