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Embracing the Golf Cart
Lifestyle Along the Beach Article by Lillian Norris | Photography by JD Swiger- Swiger Studio Living along our area of The Gulf is a dream for families and retirees seeking a slower pace, where laughter fills the air and every spring day feels like a celebration. Picture this: the scent of blooming flowers wafts through the warm breeze as you pack the kids for a quick trip to the grocery store or a delicious meal at a local favorite. Instead of battling traffic, you hop into your golf cart...
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Finance + Legal Services
Invest In Yourself
Defining Success on Your Terms Article by Crossan Ryals | Photography by Ryals Group Wealth Management Every woman’s version of success looks different. For some, it’s turning a passion project into a thriving business. For others, it’s getting the keys to a new home, exploring unseen corners of the world, or treating the grandkids to a magical week at Disney. It can also be the quiet confidence in knowing you have options, even when life shifts unexpectedly. What each woman is working toward...
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King & King
Protecting your Business and Your Legacy Article by Dusty King | Photography by King & King PLC Protecting Your Business: The Importance of Trust-Based Estate Planning Entrepreneurs are accustomed to managing risk, focusing on cash flow, customer concentration, and market fluctuations. However, a critical risk often overlooked is the potential inability of the owner to run the business due to illness, injury, or death. For many small businesses, the owner is the business. If that individual...
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Finance + Legal Services
Coastal Merchant Services
Investing Where It Counts Article by Lillian Norris | Photography by JD Swiger- Swiger Studio Since 2007, Coastal Merchant Services has grown from a small local operation into one of the most trusted payment processing partners along the Gulf Coast and beyond. Founded by longtime local Cole Baas and led operationally by Ed Delmore, the company now supports businesses across more than 30 states, with an estimated $450 million in processing volume projected for 2026. That level of scale sends...
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