One of the earlier days of my real estate career, I found myself waiting at the doorstep for a seller to answer the door. I was representing the buyer, and we were 24 hours away from closing. Inspections had been done, the repairs had been negotiated and completed and the appraisal had come in ...

For decades, my skill set of writing and snark served me well. The first decade of my “career” was shoveling scripts for the newsroom, my creative outlet being this valuable local newspaper. From time to time, I played with the idea of heading back to school for a graduate degree in ...

Just about every holiday in the U.S. sparks a slew of tech deals, from laptops to iPads and all things connected to the internet. Presidents Day was no exception and we have only to wait until Memorial Day in May for the next round. While sale prices may be tempting, it’s important to ...

Picture this: You've meticulously saved for decades, diligently squirreling away money for your golden years. You envision carefree days filled with travel, hobbies and leisurely naps. But there's a hidden variable in this happy retirement equation: your own longevity. A recent study reveals a ...

Embarking on a road trip is always an exciting endeavor. But when paired with the prospect of attending Bald Eagle Day with two of our grandkids and getting some time in the all-new Toyota Tacoma, things couldn’t have been more perfect. Having the Tacoma for a week that included the weekend ...

Everyone is an armchair quarterback. With the recent advent of the Super Bowl, it has come to my attention that we are all much better football players from our couches and chairs than the professional players are on the field. At the risk of sounding somewhat blasphemous, I can’t say that I ...