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![]() How to be Resilient and Adapt to Shifting Economic ConditionsThe notion of resiliency has been tossed around a lot, particularly in light of the challenges that most entrepreneurs and businesses have experienced as a result of the pandemic. The word ... |
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![]() Wide Open Tech Awarded Top Software Developers 2022 by ClutchWe're honored to receive another award from Clutch, a platform of in-depth client reviews, data-driven content, and vetted market leaders. Our team has spent the last 20 years perfecting our proce ... |
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![]() 10 Steps To Prepare Your Facility For Heavy StormsThis article is authored by Rick Jones, Service Department Manager, Highland Roofing Company. It’s never too early to think about preparing your facility for heavy storms – especia ... |
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![]() The Governing Documents of an HOA: What Boards and Owners Need to KnowHomeowners associations (HOAs) are a vital part of many neighborhoods as they provide benefits to their residents, including maintaining common areas, enforcing rules and regulations, and ensuring tha ... |
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![]() Simplifying An Estate by Living & Dying Debt-FreeAs a possible recession looms over the American economy, financial planners often tout the same advice: reduce debts and cut spending. That advice resonates with estate planning attorneys ... |
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![]() What is a Last Will and Testament?Proper estate planning includes the creation of multiple documents including a Last Will and Testament. A Last and Will and Testament is important for making sure that your loved ones are take ... |
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![]() What Do I Need to Know Before I Make My Will?Generally, an estate plan starts with a discussion of where you want your assets to go after you pass away. Most people have a general idea of who they want to have their property after they p ... |
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![]() Inflation Reduction Act: A BFD for Medicare BeneficiariesWhat feels like 100 years ago, when in my early 20s, I had my first “big” job working in the state office of Senator Joe Lieberman. I handled health and human services issues, which means ... |
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![]() Genesis Block Automating Supply Chain Resiliency: What is DiCE?Genesis Block is honored to have been selected by the Diversity in Clean Energy (DiCE) Coalition to build an online platform that promotes diverse-owned businesses in the clean energy industry. The pu ... |
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![]() Genesis Block Academy Launches September 2022Genesis Block is announcing the launch of the Genesis Block Academy in September 2022. The mission of Genesis Block is to build the entrepreneur class and the launch of the Genesis Block Academy enabl ... |
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![]() How to Remove “I Can’t Retire” From Your Planning MindsetThere’s a big difference between not wanting to retire and not being able to retire. Even business owners who intend to die at their desks can appreciate the safety net of financi ... |
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![]() Quarter-cent Sales Tax For Public Transportation in New Hanover CountyWhen ballot boxes open for the upcoming 2022 elections, our community will be asked to answer a question – Is improved mobility and access to public transportation something our citizens have a ... |
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![]() The Latest Solar Scams and What You Can Do to Help Stop ThemSolar is a popular home and business improvement. There are many reasons to go solar today—saving on electricity costs, taking advantage of the current federal tax credit, and helping the enviro ... |
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![]() What Homeowners Wish They Knew Before Becoming LandlordsIt’s all but guaranteed that most homeowners, at one point or another, have thought about or seriously considered becoming landlords. After all, they know how to maintain their home, pay their m ... |
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![]() Is this a Recession?This article is contributed by Davis Byrd, Financial Planning Associate. Are we in a recession? What technically is a recession? These two questions have gripped economists, academics, and po ... |
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![]() The Role of the Community Manager: Responsibilities and BenefitsCommunity managers are an important part of homeowners' associations (HOAs). They are responsible for a wide variety of duties that keep the community running smoothly. While some people might thi ... |
Commercial Real Estate
![]() How to Build for Tomorrow, TodayTo explain our tagline, you must start with our humble beginnings. Brawley was founded right here in Wilmington in 1992. And for the past 30 years, Brawley has been right here. During this time, w ... |
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![]() Good to Grow: Compliance and Cultural Considerations for Small BusinessesGrowing a company looks different or every small business owner but hiring and keeping the right employees are consistent challenges. Each step from a small, like-minded group of collabora ... |
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![]() Surpassing Incompetence and Going BeyondIf you own a growing business you will recognize this cycle …. Growth spurt … oh no, I have no idea how to run a business at this level …try a lot of things that don’t work ... |
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![]() Love Can’t Be Blind: Preparing for a Business Transfer to Children or InsidersSuccessful business owners do a lot of things well, and they make it look easy. This is often a sign of well-running processes and years of discipline. However, it can also be a trap for successful bu ... |
10 Steps To Prepare Your Facility For Heavy StormsThis article is authored by Rick Jones, Service Department Manager, Highland Roofing Company. It’s never too early to think about preparing your facility for heavy storms – especially now that our region is in the heart of hurricane season. Following is a 10-step action plan to ensure that your facility is ready for heavy storms. Be sure to check that your roof, gutters, and roof drains are clear of items that could damage the roof or block the flow of water ... |
The Luncheon for Literacy: More than a MealOn Thursday, May 19, 2022, the Cape Fear Literacy Council will celebrate the return of our signature event and fundraiser, the annual Luncheon for Literacy, after a two-year hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Like many aspects of post-pandemic living, a few things are different. This year we will gather outdoors at the Watermark Marina overlooking the Cape Fear River, with guests seated under a spacious tent. Attendees can expect an empowering atmosphere, breathtaking vi ... |
Scams Are Soaring – Keep Up Your GuardThe numbers are in. The Federal Trade Commission released its annual compendium of fraud reports from last year, and the news is shocking. Over the past three years, reported losses to consumer fraud has tripled, coming in at a reported $5.9 billion in 2021. Nearly six million US consumers reported a scam last year and the median loss was $500. But the FTC can only tell us about fraud that was reported – we know the losses and number of victims is far higher. ... |