Real Estate

Investment Considerations In Homebuying

Realtor Jake Duke Says Saving Smartly And Investing Wisely Are Keys To Buying Dream Homes Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Duke Collective Buying a home is a significant milestone that typically requires careful planning and some type of savings strategy. For many people, the largest challenge comes from accumulating enough money for a down payment and related expenses. Jake Duke, owner/broker of Duke Collective, Inc., says before diving into savings strategies, it’s...

Life + Culture

Spring Into Action For Local Communities

Benefits From Investing In Arts, Environment, Nonprofits, Economic Development Article by Julie Brown Patton GREENWOOD | PARKS, RECREATION Greenwood Parks and Recreation Department staffers are providing enhancements to facilities including updated fitness equipment. During 2024, the Greenwood Sports Park opened, allowing community residents and visitors to enjoy a second splash pad, new playground and additional playing fields. This year, staffers are expanding youth and adult sports...

Finance + Legal Services

Winning Financial Mentoring

Clients, Especially Retirees, Benefit Through Art Of Smart Investing, States Bischoff Wealth Management Specialists Article by Julie Brown Patton Retirees optimize and benefit most from financial planning with a strong, experienced professional adviser so they can avoid inadvertently overspending, asserts Brian Bischoff, principal/financial adviser of Bischoff Wealth Management in Greenwood.  "We help our clients get the most out of their money so they can spend more in retirement than...

Home Services

Timely Landscaping Guidance For Sprucing Up

Advice Editorial: Tasks To Realize Best Yard ROIs Article by Julie Brown Patton April ushers in a good time to consider lawn care and yard cleanup to get outdoor spaces ready for the sunny days ahead. Following is a helpful checklist: Inspect trees and shrubs. Remove or prune branches that are broken or damaged. Test soil. Make sure soil has proper pH balance and mix of nutrients, via a local, commercial soil testing lab. Fertilize lawns.  The decision about whether...

Home + Design

Floors 'Make Or Break' Homes

Big Dog Flooring's Pet-Embracing Crews Help Make Fabulous First impressions For Homeowners, Business Staffs Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Big Dog Flooring Ask a certain Saint Bernard, Bernstein, why Big Dog Flooring is the best installation group to em'bark' with, and he'll use his paw-sitively convincing good nature to demonstrate why this staff is a home's best friend.  Big Dog Flooring co-owners and spouses Chip and Kristin Payton say they pride themselves on...

Home + Design

Not Just Place To Call Home

Aberdeen Community Provides Wellness Lifestyle, Agrihood, More New Neighborhood Amenities Article by Julie Brown Patton As Indy’s first 'Agrihood' and wellness lifestyle community, Aberdeen's gated neighborhood blends agriculture with a host of health-minded amenities, including more than 2.5 miles of trails, woods, green space, stocked lakes, community gardens and monthly programmed activities, plus a working farm that supplies farm-fresh food and additional staples. Located within this...

Education

Tree Service, Gutter Cleaning, Mulching:

Humble Hunt's Services Team Offers Top-Notch Services Safely Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Humble Hunt's Services Bringing to life clients' home-improvement outdoor visions is the mission of Jesse Hunt, owner/operator of Humble Hunt's Services LLC, a team who handles quality-driven tree removal, trimming or pruning, along with brush removal, yard cleanup, mulching, lot clearances and gutter cleaning.  After helping other tree companies expand, Jesse decided to...

Home + Design

Develop Dream Pools, Add Heavenly Hot Tubs

Angie's Pool & Spa: 35 Years Of Excellence, Custom Services Article by Julie Brown Patton As Angie's Pool & Spa, Inc. team members celebrate the company's 35th anniversary this year, owner Angie Lauth confirms they're grateful about becoming a trusted business in Greenwood and surrounding communities, one that brings families together to create lifelong memories in their backyards. "With an unwavering commitment to quality, transparency and personalized service, we're the go-to destination...

Home + Design

Building Homes With Trust And Quality

Rees Restoration: Family Values Make Difference In Making A House A Home Article by Amanda Buck From the beginning, the focus of Rees Restoration’s teams has been stated as more than just restoring houses; it's been about creating homes. The local business started humbly out of owner Johnny Rees’ kitchen a little more than 10 years ago, with just he and his wife, Amanda, collaborating. Johnny says their dedication to authenticity, trustworthiness and quality prompted the company to grow...

Auto + Marine

Secure Clear, Safe Local Views

All-N-1 Auto Detail And Reconditioning Shares Tips About Replacing Headlights Article by Julie Brown Patton For best local driving visibility, Robin Barkdull, All-N-1 Detail and Reconditioning owner, suggests routinely checking vehicular headlights to ensure they're working to maximize both enjoyment and safety. Proper headlights help identify potential hazards, reduce accident risks, and are especially crucial for night driving or treacherous weather conditions. Robin provides tips to ...