There are many myths about how tenants can be legally evicted, which are surfacing this month as evictions rise to their highest levels this year. The eviction process is complex, and not knowing the rules around eviction can make a ...
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Ways to improve 401(k) performance 
In addition to the below tips, make sure to fully understand asset allocation and the fees being charged. Many 401 (k) plans have fees subtracted by the firm that invests and manages the account. If a client is 59 1/2 ...
Read More »Benefits of SBA 7(a) loans in a rising interest rate environment 
Small business owners have shown incredible resilience in the face of rising costs, a tight labor market and the highest inflation in decades. As the Federal Reserve raises interest rates to fight inflation, small businesses face another challenge — obtaining ...
Read More »Climate risk disclosure safeguards our investments 
Read More Financial Services News On March 21, 2022, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a draft of new rules that require all publicly traded companies to disclose risks attributed to climate disruption. Applauded by many in the global ...
Read More »Dam breaching would hurt Idaho’s farmers 
Agriculture is the backbone of Idaho. The agricultural industry is one of the largest contributors to the state’s economy, and our farmers’ crops feed people all over the world. A big reason why this is possible is thanks to the ...
Read More »You might want to think twice before responding to your boss’s request 
Read More Commentary You receive an email from your chief executive officer (CEO) requesting that you purchase gift cards for your fellow employees. The CEO wants it to be a surprise and asks you to share photos of the front ...
Read More »The 5 C’s of credit — what small business owners need to know before applying for financing 
Deciding if and when business financing is right for your business can be a tough decision. And on top of that, there are many types of credit options to choose from. According to a recent Wells Fargo study of small ...
Read More »10,000 baby boomers retire each day 
Think about it: Many people don’t get defined pension plans from their employers anymore. If anything, employers have reduced their 401(k) match, while employees contribute less to their 401(k). What about Social Security? The IRS tells us a third of today’s retirees ...
Read More »Tax cuts, historic investments will continue when we work together 
Idaho voters made one thing clear this week — they approve of their state leaders’ track record of unprecedented tax cuts and historic investments in education and infrastructure, and they want more of it. Idaho’s tremendous success is no accident. ...
Read More »Simpson joins 35 other Congressional members in pushes for crackdown on dairy imitators 
Commissioner Califf and Director Young: Congratulations on your respective confirmations as Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). As you begin your roles, we would like to raise the ...
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