Equifax Breach Settlement: Basic Settlement Options
Written By: Lynda Tull, Associate Advisor Were you one of the 147 million people affected by the Equifax data breach that happened in September 2017? If so, you may be eligible for some form of compensation. On Monday, July 22nd, the Federal Trade Commission ruled that Equifax will have to pay up to $700 […]
Five Budget-Friendly Summer Day Trips For You and Your Girlfriends
Sometimes I wish summer had 8 days of the week! To be clear, I want the eighth day to be another Saturday, NOT another Monday. I also wish I got a “summer raise” every year, where I get paid more every summer to cover the expenses of all the exciting extra adventures that always seem […]
March Money Madness
March Money Madness Hello wonder women of the world! Question: Did you get your balance sheet together in February? I have to say, I was quite proud of the beautiful layout I designed for you! Nothing like a little pink and purple to make finance funsies!! Okay, now that you’ve completed the trek through your […]
“Being In the Know” as a Visitor to Equine Facilities in New York State
Passed in 2017, The Safety in Agriculture Tourism Act (“The Act”) affects the liability of business owners and visitors to agriculture tourism destinations such as indoor and outdoor equine activities. In addition to limiting the business’s liability, The Act imposes duties and responsibilities on the visitors to these facilities. Who is a visitor? The Act […]
“Being In the Know” as an Owner-Operator of Equine Facilities in New York State
Passed in 2017, The Safety in Agriculture Tourism Act (“The Act”) affects the liability of agritourism business owners-operators and the visitors to these destinations, including those that offer indoor and outdoor equine activities. The Act limits the owner-operator’s liability provided they comply with the duties and responsibilities imposed on them. How does The Act limit […]
February Taking Stock: What do I have and where is it?
February Taking Stock: What do I have and where is it? Have you ever felt so overwhelmed with everything financial that you don’t know where to start? And because you don’t know where to start….you just put it off? This month, I want to help with that overpowering feeling. I want us all to take […]
When It Comes to Succession Planning, Timing is Key
By Andrew Baron, CFP® You have built a business. You have overcome obstacles and celebrated successes. With your continued efforts, your business has provided for your family and your employees alike. When considering the sale of your business, the timing can present complications affecting others both directly and indirectly. First, the timing of the sale […]
Four Basic Components of Succession Planning on the Family Homestead
By Sarah Collier, J.D. Growing up on a small farm, I know all too well that farmers take pride in their hard work on the farm. It’s those memorable events like three generations working together to build a barn that are the reasons why the farmer wants the family homestead to pass from generation […]
Step 1: Learning to Save
Life just gets in the way! That is a phrase I often hear as an excuse for not getting something done. In fact, those words are a frequent player in my own personal bank of excuses! The same is true when it comes to personal financial decisions. There’s always going to be something or someone […]
6 Tips for Survival in This Wild World of Internet Sales
By Elizabeth K.B. DiPietrantonio, J.D. I called my Mother recently with a tone of excitement in my voice I could barely contain. I am almost positive she thought I was calling with news of a grandchild or perhaps the second coming. Alas, I simply wanted to share that I had purchased a set of hair […]
