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To say that the 2010 Affordable Care Act (ACA)— aka “Obamacare”— is far reaching is quite the understatement. If not significantly changed, the ACA will touch everyone in the USA. Already, we’ve seen come and go the first open enrollment period for private healthcare insurance, implementation of the individual mandate for insurance coverage, and a […]

As the weather starts to change its tune, so too must we plant to the beat of a different drum for our garden and landscape’s health. Now is the time to plant annual flowers and vegetable plants. Also, if you’re looking to transplant any trees and shrubs, September is when you want to do it, because

A horse’s teeth are an extremely important part of their overall health and wellbeing, but they are often overlooked. Teeth are the very first step in feed processing and digestion. Throughout its lifetime, a horse’s teeth are continually growing and being worn down through the action of grinding while eating.

Step three: What to ask an auctioneer Before the real estate auction, be sure to ask the auctioneer (or auction manager) any questions you may have about the property.

We’ve all heard the family business statistics before, but they’re worth repeating. Approximately 80 – 90 percent of U.S. businesses are family firms.1 While many family businesses thrive in today’s economy, life and personal relationships can take a turn and have an effect on you, your family, and your family business.

We’re smack-dab in the middle of summer, and for many small businesses, sales and other activity might be closer to the valley than the peak. It’s the “slow season.”

“Preparation through education is less costly than learning through tragedy” – Max Mayfield, former Director, National Hurricane Center.

As the sun rises, you take your coffee out on the back porch and sit in the rocker to read the paper. The fog breaks and your red horse barn begins to appear in the distance. You have a beautiful new carport that houses your 4×4 and motorhome. Satisfaction over your homestead brings a smile

Farming is a very rewarding occupation, but it can also be very lonely, especially for small family-owned farms. Their days can be isolating. Their audience of animals may be great listeners, but they aren’t known for carrying on a conversation.

Insects are active this time of year, so you need to create your “most wanted” list of pests to look out for and manage, if necessary. Check your lawns and gardens at least weekly for mole crickets, chinch bugs, sod-web worms, azalea caterpillars, white flies, and more.