Business
Manna Soup Kitchen Continues to Provide for our Community during Quarantine
Each week for the last several years, we have highlighted a “lifestyle” aspect of life in La Plata County. This week, our focus is one of huge importance, especially in these times. Since 1985, locals have worked together to provide meals for those in need at The Manna Soup Kitchen. “The mission of Manna is to provide, in the spirit of faith and love, nourishing meals and supportive services in an atmosphere of acceptance and caring...
Business Triage
Triage is a French term, meaning “to break into three pieces.” The term dates back to the battlefield, and now is used in emergency medicine. It is a way to manage overwhelming and time-sensitive issues to make quick evaluations as to the right resources at the right time. Modern medicine uses 3, 4, and even 5 levels of triage, but we’ll follow a 3-level approach and relate it to an organization here; as you read through this,...
Bailey’s Bits: “I can’t change the direction of the wind…”
Bailey’s Bits: “I can’t change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination.” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Learn more about Bailey at https://homesindurango.com/
Take the Virtual 360 Tour: Spectacular executive home on 5 acres…
This spectacular executive home on 5 acres can be yours… Take the Virtual 360 Tour for more information on Durango Real Estate and SW Colorado properties contact: Visit Us at our virtual office at Homesindurango.com or GIVE US A CALL: 970-946-4975 Homes in Durango REMAX/PINNACLE
Register for your stimulus check at IRS.gov
Folks who don’t normally file a federal tax return have been wondering how they will get their stimulus check. The IRS announced today a new option available only on its website: https://www.irs.gov/
Rasta Stevie interview with DJ Carlos Culture
M.C. Rasta Stevie “The World Emcee” has been doing Reggae Radio and proponent of Rastafari for over 35 years spreading the musical message of love. Rasta Stevie Smith has done everything from Reggae Radio to 8750 Reggae Band the Award Winning Nationally Touring Reggae Band to MC extraordinaire to Promoter and more. Rasta Stevie never stopped doing his radio show the entire time whether on the road here or abroad. He is a...
Bailey’s Bits: “The Best Preparation for Tomorrow is to do Your Best Today”
Bailey’s Bits: “The best preparation for tomorrow is to do your best today.” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Learn more about Bailey at https://homesindurango.com/
Sustaining Through Uncertainty
by Mark Haeussler, CEO – Alpine Leadership The initial portion of reacting to a health and economic shock often comes with certainty of action, be it sanitizing efforts, leveraging the virtual space to the extent possible, changes in hours or shifts, and redirection of resources. The initial shock itself provides the impetus to take action and to feel purposeful. Leaders need to leverage this into more sustainable effort. As...
Bailey’s Bits: “Some people love work. It fascinates them…”
“Some people love work. It fascinates them. They can sit and look at it for hours.” Life Lessons Learned from Hanging out at RE/MAX Pinnacle Visit Bailey at: https://homesindurango.com/
Southwest Colorado Real Estate Forecast 2020 by The Wells Group
Explore the 20th Annual Wells Group Real Estate Forecast! Hear what the experts are predicting for our community growth in 2020, and what happened in 2019. Get the inside scoop on the Real Estate market trends here in SW Colorado with the 2020 Real Estate Forecast featuring Wells Group brokers John Wells, Jim Wotkyns and real estate appraiser & statistician, Bob Allen. Through an in-depth yet easily understood presentation, this...
Leading Through Uncertainty
People crave certainty. Certainty creates confidence and reduces stress. We model the future, project it based on past experiences, and make educated predictions. As for seeing the future, such ability to anticipate with certainty is the thing of science fiction movies. Like it or not, some level of uncertainty is a passenger on any voyage. Instead of hoping for certainty, frame the future as a range, from predictable to chaotic. It...
Leadership Coherence
Much of management today emphasizes consistency and predictability. Mottos like, “consistency is key” sprouted into existence as machines and processes were expected to produce steady and stable results. In Yellowstone National Park, people flock to Old Faithful Geyser. It’s predictable. And people like it. One hundred years ago, the three largest business sectors in America (by asset value) were steel, oil & gas, and mining. ...
It’s Your Money: What Your CPA Can Do
If you’re looking for an accountant who will do more than your taxes, Michelle Kooi from Tafoya Barrett & Associates has some questions you should ask to get what you want.
Financing Options Using Assets as Income
For homebuyers entering their golden years, who may not have a steady income stream from working, both Fannie and Freddie allow access to retirement-related funds and assets for use as income. Recent changes to Freddie Mac’s (FHLC) guidelines have made this the more optimal of the two programs, but this general overview might be helpful in picking and choosing which might work best for you. Often the asset stream is used to...
La Plata County Real Estate 2019 VS 2020 Predictions
As we head into 2020, we want to take an overall look at the market and where we see it heading into the new year. To do this, we consider last year’s numbers and trends as they continue into 2020. Overall, 2019 was a good real estate year in La Plata County. It was slower during the first two quarters and that was largely due to increased interest rates. During the second quarter rates began to drop and that helped give the market...
It’s Your Money: Get Ready for Tax Day ‘20
We hate to say it, but Tax Day 2020 is only five and a half months away. It may seem like an eternity right now, but you may wish to start planning now for deferring income to offset your tax liabilities.
Business Matters: ‘My Dog Made Me Do It’
No, Durango resident Lou Galinson’s dogs did NOT make him put the cute kitties in a cage. But his dogs did inspire him to open the Pet Haus 10 years ago. Since then, he’s adopted out more than 750 Humane Society kittens from his store.
It’s Your Money: Passing on Your Business
When you’re ready to retire and want to sell your share in the business to a business partner or family member, you’ll need a team of advisors. Charles Spence explains why.
It’s Your Money: What to Do with an Offer
So someone has offered you a ridiculously low price to buy your business. Should you say no? Be insulted? Charlie Cole with Cole and Partners offers some advice.
Learn about Multi-Generational Workplaces
Tim Kirkland with Renegade Hospitality Group will be the keynote speaker at the annual La Plata County Economic Summit, and you can learn how to handle multiple generations in the workplace.
Durango Herald News
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