by Jill Ciccarelli Rapps, CFP® Financial Advisor It’s hard to believe that the holiday season is nearly upon us! As we celebrate the festivities with our families and loved ones, many of us are searching for the perfect holiday gift for our children and grandchildren. While we may feel compelled to buy the latest tech […]
by Michael Wiener, E.A. The tax consequences of many personal and business transactions attributable to the taxpayer are determined in whole or in part by the taxpayer’s basis in the property. So then, what is basis? A taxpayer’s basis in property represents the capital investment that has not been recovered through some provision in the […]
Thousands of years ago, indigenous people called the Calusa inhabited much of coastal Southwest Florida. The Calusa culture was a complex society that thrived on the bounty of the estuary as opposed to agriculture, which was the primary means of subsistence for many other early American people. Numerous Calusa settlements were developed along the Collier […]
Moorings Park’s innovative Platinum and Diamond Membership Programs are designed to provide those looking forward to making Moorings Park their future home an opportunity to experience the community’s on-site healthcare, engaging social activities, and celebrated dining prior to committing to residency. Members will enjoy the benefits of Moorings Park’s amenities currently in development, including enhancements […]
by Steven Kissinger Long-time supporters of The Immokalee Foundation have joined together to lead the organization’s signature events – the Charity Classic Celebration and Pro-Am – during this, the foundation’s silver anniversary year. Parker Collier, who joined with other community leaders to found The Immokalee Foundation in 1991, will serve as honorary chair of the […]
by Catherine Fay, Owner and VP Everyone can remember a particular joyous holiday moment. Maybe it was Grandma visiting at Thanksgiving time, and the delicious homemade pies straight from her oven, just barely cooling in her car and the boxes of Fannie May candy that accompanied the pies. Alternatively, all the men heading into the […]
The holiday season brings joy and happiness here in Naples. Enjoying these pleasurable times, many local families and visitors drive through Victoria Park admiring the finely decorated homes, some with thousands of Christmas lights. Many families are brought together to celebrate the season by decorating a Christmas tree and their homes, or putting up displays […]
A great hair style starts with a great haircut and for that you must have balance.Understanding the eleven balance points of a good cut, which include vertical and horizontal planes, gives creative freedom to your hairstylist. All good hair design starts with the main balance point, which is found at the highest point of the […]
by Clay Cox Owner/President • Kitchens by Clay I once had a customer come into our Kitchens by Clay showroom and say: “I would like to purchase cabinetry that has very low quality standards. The quality of the installation and customer service must be poor also. I am requesting this because I know I will […]
Gary Sullivan understands the importance of taking care of one’s eyes. Three decades ago, he was successfully treated for cataracts and glaucoma, allowing him to continue his career as a business professor in Texas and enjoy his retirement years in Naples and New Mexico with his wife Linda. So, when Sullivan began losing vision in […]