Expert's Corner - February 2012 Archive

Is Your Dog Stubborn?

By Lamont Neal on Friday, February 24th, 2012

 

When owners talk about their dogs the phrase “He is so stubborn” is often heard.  These dogs are not being stubborn.  They are under motivated.  Why should he do what you have asked?  Dogs are self-centered.  What is in for him?  If there is no motivation to perform a task, no one wants to do it, including our dogs... Read More...

Put Power of Tax Deferral to Work

By Lamont Neal on Friday, February 17th, 2012

As an investor, you may sometimes feel frustrated. After all, your portfolio seems to be at the mercy of the financial markets, whose volatility is beyond anyone’s control. Yet you can control the quality of the investments you own and the diversification of those investments to improve your chances of attaining your long-term financial goals... Read More...

Is Your Dog a Thief?

By Lamont Neal on Saturday, February 11th, 2012

Does your dog steal things and run through the house, running right past you with that “ha ha look what I’ve got, catch me if you can” look in his eyes?  He has learned what gets your attention and he’s doing it.  He knows that playing with his own toys doesn’t get the same reaction, but pick up something of yours and the game is on! 

Dogs love to be chased and quickly learn to initiate a game of chase by grabbing socks from the laundry, a Kleenex out of the trash or shoes from the closet... Read More...

Here’s How to Insure a Great Valentine’s

By Lamont Neal on Friday, February 3rd, 2012

Valentine’s Day is almost upon us.  To celebrate, you may want to present your loved ones with chocolates, flowers or any number of other traditional gifts. But if your valentine also happens to be your spouse or your life partner, you also might want to show your love in another way  — by making sure you have adequate insurance... Read More...