Wood floors, from natural hardwoods to engineered woods (laminate), are found in homes and businesses everywhere. From kitchens and living rooms to office entryways, gymnasiums and basketball courts, wood floors represent a significant investment that must be protected. Even the most durable wood … [Read more...] about Cleaning, Protecting Your Wood Floor
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Understanding the Number One Concern for Pre-Retirees
Baby Boomers are retiring at astonishing rates and are looking for ways to replace their steady paycheck. They are worried about the potential of Social Security diminishing and what might happen to their retirement if it does. At American Financial Security, we believe that the No. 1 concern for … [Read more...] about Understanding the Number One Concern for Pre-Retirees
What is Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring?
There is one type of flooring that has grown in popularity faster than any other type in recent years: vinyl plank flooring. It is also known as “luxury” vinyl plank flooring or “waterproof” flooring. So, what is it exactly and why is it so popular? Let’s take a look. What Vinyl Floors Used To … [Read more...] about What is Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring?
Three Scams to Look Out for During the COVID-19 Pandemic
There’s no doubt about it – the COVID-19 pandemic is a time of uncertainty and unique challenges. As we navigate new waters, from business closures to stimulus checks, scammers nationwide are attempting to take advantage of the panic and exploit consumers. So that you can stay in the know, we’ve … [Read more...] about Three Scams to Look Out for During the COVID-19 Pandemic
NAU on the Front Lines of Coronavirus Response
In the past months, Northern Arizona University’s leadership has focused its efforts on ensuring the health, safety and well-being of our Lumberjack and surrounding communities. COVID-19, its far-reaching impacts, and our preparation and response, have been our utmost priority. NAU has worked … [Read more...] about NAU on the Front Lines of Coronavirus Response
Managing Anger
During this time of sheltering at home and financial loss and uncertainty, domestic violence is on the rise. Blaming others for our feelings is more acceptable as we observe it in others. With all the divisiveness and violence we are experiencing as a nation, anger is frequently expressed as … [Read more...] about Managing Anger
Public Enemy No. 1: COVID-19 Creeps into Yavapai County
Restaurants, bars, gyms and movie theaters are closed, car dealers are offering to bring vehicles to customers’ doors for a test drive, insurance agents are requesting payments to be slid under their doors and the public trail system is more popular than the downtown square. This, while Governor … [Read more...] about Public Enemy No. 1: COVID-19 Creeps into Yavapai County
Simple Exercises for Combatting Stress
April is National Stress Awareness Month, which typically coincides with tax season, a notoriously stressful time of year for many. This year, the added stress of the coronavirus compounds the “normal” April stress. While it’s obvious that feeling stressed is unpleasant, it is also important to … [Read more...] about Simple Exercises for Combatting Stress
Keeping Calm and Carrying On
As I write this column, the world is wrangling with the COVID-19 pandemic. Life has changed dramatically for a lot of industries and people. For example, in looking at commercial aviation, many borders in a lot of countries are closed. Quarantines are in place in many areas and assuming you can … [Read more...] about Keeping Calm and Carrying On
Removing Emotional Clutter; Remodeling from Within
Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” This month, in light of everything going on with the coronavirus, Tom and I thought we would take a pause and enjoy a lunchbreak or for those of us who breakfunch – something which I do all day, eating small meals between breakfast and lunch and do not take a … [Read more...] about Removing Emotional Clutter; Remodeling from Within