We are in full season again and I don’tmean the holiday season as that hasalready passed. I refer to the return of our seasonal Naples homeowners who are here for the weather (and the shopping we hope).Typically, we at Kitchens by Clay, realize an increased interest in remodeling kitchens and bathrooms during this time of […]
by Karen Coney Coplin There’s a new face in town – or, actually, many faces- all of whom comprise a newly launched not-for profit, the Collier Resource Center. If you haven’t heard about it, the organization will host an upcoming “Friendraising” event later this month or in early April, 2017 as an introduction to the […]
Donations to this year’s Fund a Need, Children’s Healthcare, closed out the thrilling Naples Winter Wine Festival, bringing in on-the-spot contributions that raised $1.6 million. These funds will ensure that all children receive the high-quality, in-depth medical attention in the areas of oral and mental health as well as primary care and vision. Guests from around […]
When Tessa Crooker’s parents saw that her eyes were crossing, they knew their daughter had a potentially serious vision problem. That concern was well-founded, because without proper treatment, Tessa might have lost the vision in her right eye. Fortunately, the pediatric ophthalmology specialists at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at Naples were able to promptly diagnose […]
After months of hard work and victories, The Coldest Water FC co-ed team took home 1st place in North Collier Adult Soccer League. Shown above, Alex Gera, Horia Vese, David Aladdin, Lee Kurtzer, Molly Young, Allyson Webb, Kevan Wilson, Danny Gonzalez, Cassandra Hertz, Anita and Robert Uracs. Proudly sponsored by The Coldest Water, providing The […]
The Friends of Rookery Bay is gearing up for the 8th annual Batfish Bash for the Bay in support of the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve. The signature fundraiser takes place from 6 to 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 18 at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Road, Naples. This year the Friends […]
Congressman Francis Rooney issued the following statement: “I am encouraged to see so many people exercising their Constitutional right to free speech. It is their right to protest, as they seem to be, in support of keeping Obamacare fully intact with no changes. While Obamacare may have helped a few people, it is devastating to […]
Today, on the news and in conversation, social media is likely mentioned several times every few minutes. Twitter. Facebook. Instagram. Almost every news program and publication has a tagline to their Twitter account and Facebook page. Just what is social media and how can you make it a part of daily life? Like sporting events, […]
by Michael Wiener, E.A. This is an update of tax developments during the 2016 calendar year. Some of these may affect 2016 returns and planning for the 2017 tax year and beyond. Any number of these provisions are currently in effect only through the end of the tax year (2016) as Congress has failed to […]
by Jill Ciccarelli Rapps, CFP® Financial Advisor Financial planning involves more than just discussing investments. In fact, our greatest asset is not a stock or a bond; it is our health. An unhealthy lifestyle places a major strain on your finances, while embracing wellness can reduce your long-term financial burden. With the cost of health […]