Family is important to Scott Ashby, owner of Ashby Law. It’s the main reason he decided to leave a comfortable position as a high-stakes corporate litigator at an international law firm in Phoenix, Ariz. and move to the Tri-Cities to start his own practice.[blockquote quote="It’s not about how big we...

Dennis Gisi,John L. ScottDuring tax season my father, a W.W.II veteran used to say, “I am proud to be an American and have fought for its freedoms, but I could be just as proud for half as much.”I certainly agree and I am sure many of us feel this way.There...

Beau Ruff,Cornerstone Wealth StrategiesYou’ve likely heard finance experts say it. In fact, Suze Orman wrote about it in the July 2015 issue of the Costco Connection. It is this piece of estate planning wisdom: “A revocable living trust is a document all families should have.” Is this true? Do you...

Chris Neal,Columbia ConsultingThe vast majority of information necessary to properly comply with the new reporting requirements is found in 26 CFR 1.6055-1 Information Reporting For Minimum Essential Coverage.For those of you who would rather focus on your businesses here are the basic essentials for what you are required to provide.Every...

Displays at trade show booths seldom startle passersby, making them jump and their eyes go wide.“I get that reaction a lot at shows,” said Brad Felger, gently stroking the head of his gyr falcon, Hoko. He was advertising for Airstrike Bird Control, Inc., and his passion, falconry, at the Eastern...

It may be hard for some to believe in today’s digital world, that a small business can flourish for 30 years without any formal advertising.[blockquote quote="Happy customers are your best salespeople." source="Bob Cronkhite, owner of Cronk Automotive" align="right" max_width="300px"]But at Cronk Automotive in Richland, no website, Facebook page or Twitter...

Before Glenda Higgins discovered the benefits of physical therapy, her world often spun out of control.The 64-year-old Kennewick resident suffered from bouts of vertigo for nearly five years before seeking help from Therapeutic Associates.“It was horrible. I couldn’t lay down, the room just spun and spun around and around,” she...