Finance + Legal Services

A Holistic Approach to Investing

Equilus Group Inc. Offers Their Financial Services in Bend Article by Lynette Confer In 2013, Equilus Group Inc. (EGI) was founded by Joel Frank, in Wenatchee, WA. EGI is a Registered Investment Advisory firm. Mike Musco, a Financial Advisor for the firm, resides in Bend. He meets with clients at the Equilus Capital Partners office in Bend’s Northwest Crossing. Musco brings extensive experience to the EGI team, having spent eight years at Microsoft in business and finance management roles...

Arts + Culture

Outdoor Coffee Experience

Hush Hush Coffee and Nomadic Café – “Celebrating Nature, Adventure and Coffee!” Article by Julie E. Furnas | Photography by Miguel Edwards As early as the 1400’s, people have been meeting up to drink coffee together. Historically, coffee shops were important places to play games, socialize and discuss politics and news. Fast forward to today and everyone around the world is still gathering in coffee shops, working and reconnecting face to face – something often more challenging in this age...

Arts + Culture

A Smart Investment for Business Growth

Talking Marketing Strategy with Cascade Creative Agency's Lindsey Baumsteiger Article by Julie E. Furnas Branding, marketing, and user-friendly websites are essential for businesses of all sizes to thrive. Creative services agencies that specialize in creating marketing collateral, modern website designs and fresh social media content, are crucial for businesses to stay competitive in today’s market and a wise investment for business owners. Lindsey Baumsteiger, owner and operator of  Cascade...

Home + Design

Transform Your Property with Native Landscaping

An All-Around Wise Investment Article by Lynette Confer When it comes to increasing the value and beauty of your home, landscaping is one of the best, and often-overlooked investments. A well-designed landscape enhances curb appeal, improves property value and creates a welcoming outdoor space. But not all landscaping is created equal – choosing native plants is a strategic and sustainable way to maximize your investment. Native plants are naturally adapted to the local climate and soil...