Life + Culture

The Greatest Investment

Transform your mindset, and every choice, relationship, and opportunity in your life gains new power Article by Belanie Dishong | Photography by Ashley Marie When you think of investment, you think of return. You put something in, and over time, it grows. It multiplies. It pays dividends. Now imagine this: If you could choose the dividends in your life, what would they be? Greater confidence? Stronger relationships? A thriving business? Clarity in your decisions? Peace in your home? Freedom...

Life + Culture

Investing Made Understandable

What AI is really doing behind the scenes Article by Rishma M. Khimji As someone who has spent two decades in technology and leading teams, I am often asked a version of the same question – “What is AI actually doing for me?” In investing, that question is especially important. Financial markets already feel complex, and layering technology on top can sound intimidating. Investment technology is growing rapidly, and artificial intelligence is already reshaping how strategies are built...

Auto + Marine

Luxury That Lasts

Why choosing Mercedes-Benz is a long-term investment in safety, quality, and community connection Article by Vivian Greggory Luxury has always been about more than indulgence — at its best, it’s about choosing quality that enhances everyday life. Today’s buyers are looking not just for beautiful design and elevated experiences, but for purchases that hold their value over time. Nowhere is that shift more evident than in the automotive world. For Jaymie Hampson, Area General Manager of...

Life + Culture

Investing in Dignity

Strengthening community through access: how Project Marilyn is ending period poverty in Nevada Article by Paige Candee | Photography by Dragonfly Portrait Design Photography Most people in Southern Nevada will never see period poverty on a billboard. It doesn’t look dramatic from the outside. It looks like a mom in the grocery aisle doing math between pads and pasta, a teenager skipping school because she’s terrified of staining her jeans, or someone folding socks into their underwear and...

Wellness

Investing in Presence

In Jacó, trading urgency for ocean air becomes an intentional commitment to rest, ritual, and soul-level recalibration Article and Photography by Camilla Soléa Rae We often treat vacations as a luxury; a reward we give ourselves only after we have burned out or crossed a finish line. In a world that demands our constant attention, stepping away is not indulgent; it is maintenance for the soul. I didn’t go to Costa Rica just to see another beach. I went to remember what it felt like to exhale...

Home Services

Spring Prep for Summer Comfort

A spring HVAC tune-up is one of the smartest home investments local homeowners can make Article by Vivian Greggory In Southern Nevada, summer heat isn’t a surprise—it’s a season you can set your watch by. For Ryan Field, Chief Marketing Officer of Sierra Air Conditioning and Plumbing, that predictability is exactly why your HVAC system deserves a little investment before the triple digits arrive. “In Las Vegas, investing in your HVAC system in the spring isn’t a luxury;it’s preparation,” he...

Wellness

Walk In, Walk Out Pain Relief

Three non-surgical technologies are helping locals invest in strength, pelvic health, and brain-driven pain relief Article by Alexander Fraser | Photography by Neuropathy and Pain Centers of Las Vegas For years, many people living with chronic pain or neuropathy have been told the same three options: medicate, inject, or operate. At The Wellness Room inside the Neuropathy and Pain Centers of Las Vegas ( nvpainrelief.com ), Medical Director Robert Odell, MD, PhD, and Director of Health &...

Health + Wellness

LED Light Therapy, Explained

Your body is designed to move, work, and recover. But modern life takes a toll. Stress compounds, sleep suffers, and the daily grind leaves you depleted. LED light therapy offers a science-backed way to help your body restore itself from the inside out.What Is LED Light Therapy?LED light therapy, scientifically known as photobiomodulation (PBM), is a non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to stimulate your cells without heat or damage. Unlike UV...

Finance + Legal Services

Legacy Planning Beyond Wealth

Although many people equate legacy planning with generational wealth transfer, a holistic approach to legacy planning can address financial, legal, and personal aspirations in a cohesive plan. It can take into account your unique relationships, values, philanthropic goals, and family governance. As a high earner with a substantial level of assets, structured family legacy planning can address your unique challenges—like tax minimization—and help ensure your wealth is distributed following all of...

Finance + Legal Services

Why & How to Use a Roth IRA

With larger traditional IRA account balances and changing tax laws, Roth IRA conversions have emerged as a compelling strategy in retirement planning, offering a range of benefits and opportunities. Converting your tax-deferred retirement plans to a Roth IRA can be a strategic move, particularly for individuals seeking tax diversification, potential long-term growth, and flexibility in retirement income.  Let’s take a look at why this option may merit serious...