Finance + Legal Services

Knowing When to Update

From the family tea set to the most complex estate, transferring wealth is quite common. What’s less common, but just as important, is outlining a specific plan for this transfer and updating it as circumstances change.If it’s been some time since you established your estate plan, you may want to think about giving it a review. After all, you don’t want your loved ones blowing the dust off your original plan years from now only to discover that you haven’t accounted for all the changes along the...

Real Estate

The Outdoor Furniture Mistake That Could Hurt Your Home Sale

If you're planning to sell your home and have an outdoor sectional, real estate expert Melissa Zimbelman, broker-owner of LUXE International Realty in Las Vegas, says it might be time to rethink your patio setup. Once a must-have, these oversized pieces of outdoor furniture are now considered a challenge when it comes to staging your home for sale—and according to Melissa, there are good reasons why.They’re Tricky to Stage"Outdoor sectionals are similar to indoor ones in that they're bulky, take...

Finance + Legal Services

Philanthropic Risk Management:

The Foundations of Philanthropic Financial PlanningIf you’ve been thinking about donating to causes that are important to you but have not yet pulled the trigger, or your giving plan simply consists of giving to places like your child’s school or your church or community group when they ask, you may be missing out on the potential benefits of making philanthropy a well-considered part of your overall financial plan.Why Philanthropic Planning MattersThere are two main reasons for taking the time...

Travel

The Best Investment You’ll Ever Make:

Your mental health and the magic of travel Article and Photography by Camilla Dorand When we think of investment , our minds usually go straight to finances—stocks, real estate, retirement funds. And yes, those things matter. However, one of the best investments you will ever make is in your mental health. Here in the United States, we wear busy like a badge of honor, constantly running on fumes, chasing productivity, and convincing ourselves we’ll take a break someday . But in many parts...

Arts + Culture

Investing in Art

Decades of art collecting lead to rare find Article by Michelle St. Angelo | Photography by Courtesy of Art Encounter Somewhere in the world, a precious relic of art history rests inside a secured vault. It’s small—a bronze statue, less than a foot tall—but it’s nearly priceless. Valued at $100 million, the piece called Horse and Rider is thought to have been created by the hands of the Renaissance master Leonardo Di Vinci in 1508. Surprisingly, the vault isn’t in Milan, or Rome, or Paris...

Life + Culture

Building Las Vegas's Digital Future

Empowering community growth through technology leadership and innovation investments Article by Alisia Pulella | Photography by Courtesy of SIM Las Vegas As technology continues to rapidly advance, investing in local technology leadership has become paramount for communities aiming to thrive in the digital age. Las Vegas, a city known for its innovation and adaptability, is at the forefront of this movement. Local leaders are stepping up, donating their time and expertise to nurture the...

Professional Services

Investing in Your Body

Reversing your biological age through science and technology Article by Stacey Escalante There’s a saying, “It’s not the years in your life that matter, but rather the life in your years.” But these days the focus is on longevity—not just living longer, but improving your quality of life and ability to physically do what you love, and to do it pain-free. Molly Nestor is the Co-Owner of The Exercise Coach Summerlin North ( exercisecoach.com/summerlin-north ), a fitness studio located in...

Style + Beauty

Sustainable Style

Durability Investing: brands and styles that stand the test of time Article by Sienna Sinclair Sustainable fashion is rapidly gaining momentum as consumers become increasingly aware of the environmental impact of their clothing choices. This eco-friendly approach to style focuses on using organic materials, recycled fabrics, and ethical production methods to create clothing that's both fashionable and environmentally responsible. One of the key aspects of sustainable fashion is the emphasis...

Home + Design

Window Coverings: A Smart Home Investment

Sunburst's shutters, shades, and blinds enhance value and efficiency Article by Alexander Fraser | Photography by Sunburst Shutters With rising energy costs and fluctuating home values, homeowners are increasingly seeking smart investments that enhance both the aesthetics and efficiency of their properties. Sunburst Shutters & Window Fashions, a leading provider of custom window treatments, offers an array of products that enhance both aesthetics and functionality. Darik Nielson, General...

Finance + Legal Services

Strategies to Help Finish the

Like gardening or working out, tax planning is one of those activities where you get out what you put in. Plenty of us have a weight bench gathering dust in the garage that hasn’t gotten us into any better shape, or a plot in the backyard that just won’t grow anything because we never weed it. Tax planning is similar in the sense that you can put work in on the front end that you’ll reap benefits from later.Many of us just do tax preparation, dropping off a shoebox of documents with a CPA for...