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Despite being a nation that systematizes and plans, when the unexpected occurs, we still find ourselves reeling and trying to adjust. In the case of Helene and western North Carolina, it’s been a difficult battle. Who could have predicted that kind of flooding and devastation?  We’re still undone by the images and updates about search and rescue efforts in those areas. Our hearts and thoughts go out to you if… Read More

I’m watching in disbelief, like you, as I see the photos of the hurricane devastation keep rolling in. It’s hard to believe so much infrastructure can be swept away that quickly. Our hearts are grieving for those who lost loved ones and homes and businesses from Helene. I’ll keep you updated on any deadline extensions that the IRS makes available in the coming days – they usually do in situations… Read More

 Fall is “officially” here (even if it still doesn’t quite feel like it), but that also means a lot less sunlight for the next few months. At least there are mugs of steaming cider and pumpkin-flavored pastries to look forward to. Here’s something that you may not be looking forward to (ahem), but that is due within the next 60 days: voluntarily rescinding your ERC claim.  As a reminder, the “ERC”… Read More

Cue the pumpkin stands, trick-or-treating supplies, mannequins with sweaters, and the way-too-perfect apple-picking photos in your social media feed. The calendar flipped to September and suddenly it’s fall … y’all. (Saw that one on a scrolling bank sign yesterday, so you know it must be true.) For you, know that this is the beginning of the holiday cycle, which serves as a good reminder of things to prepare for in… Read More

The next generation might not know what Benjamin Franklin was talking about when he said “A penny saved is a penny earned.” That and so many other cliches we take for granted related to money. Lucky penny…pennies on the dollar…penny for your thoughts…see a penny pick it up, all day long you’ll have good luck. Why? Because penny abolitionists want to get rid of them. Yes, I said penny abolitionists –… Read More

We’re all waiting and watching (and hoping) to see if federal interest rates will be dropping soon. But the outcome of the August jobs report could also have a big impact on stock market prices.  What does this mean for you as a small business owner?  Well, a weak jobs report means consumers are more cautious about spending in your Southeastern FL business, and you might have a reduced ability to… Read More