Category: Productivity

  • An Apple A Day…

    You have heard the phrase that “an apple a day, keeps the doctor away” or something like that.  Most of us are not real keen on the idea of going to the doctor (some I have seen live for those times) and will do anything to avoid the poking, prodding, shots and lectures that our…

  • More FREE Software!

    I meet clients all the time who need to have software tools like the Microsoft Office Suite, but they simply can not afford the package.  Spreadsheets, word processor, presentation software – they all are needed from time to time, but the cost to purchase is so high.  Until now. Openoffice is a direct competitor to…

  • You Need This Free Software Program

    It is rarely that I recommend software and even more rare that the software I would recommended is free.  However, I came across this program yesterday that everyone needs to download, install and USE!! When working with clients, I ask them to quantify their household possessions.  Most have no idea what they have nor what…

  • New Communication Format!

    Today marks a change in the way we have been communicating, through email, with our contacts.  Today marks the first attempt at incorporating the blog with our communication to you.  The timing has been held up to coincide with the new website. Each week, a snapshot of the Financial Focus blog will be sent and…

  • What to Keep, What to Pitch

    There have been times when I have been accused of being a pack-rat.  Honestly, sometimes the accusations have been true.  However, when it comes to financial paperwork many of you may have a similar problem.  It is very easy to hoard more than we should and sometimes even easier to just pitch it out. What…

  • You Survived Tax Time

    For many people, last Thursday marked the end to another tax season. For many more, it has just begun. For those who have just begun, they have learned that they did not withhold or pay enough and now they owe a large sum of money to the IRS and/or their state depart of revenue. Many…