Finance + Legal Services

FINANCIAL EDUCATION FROM A FAMILY MAN

Ramirez Family Wealth Answers Important Questions Regarding Family Finance Article by Valerie Merrick | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia For local DFW resident Homer Ramirez, helping clients build their family wealth was rooted in his own family’s trauma. “I was not given education about money or wealth from my parents.  My mother sold out of the market at the bottom of the tech bubble in 2001, and my father failed to invest in equities in his 401k at all.” But this was just...

Local Services

Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County

Nonprofit of the Month Sponsored by Artisan Masonry & Granite Article by Valerie Merrick | Photography by Adeline Merrick: Merrick Multimedia Just past downtown Rockwall is a quaint red-brick building with a blue door. From the outside, it appears to be a small space dedicated to the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County (CACRC), but once you enter, it’s clear that the space has been thoughtfully designed to help heal each person who steps inside. The CACRC serves a vital need for the...

Finance + Legal Services

Selling Your Business

A Smart Investment Strategy Article by Julie Barlow, Transworld Business Advisors | Photography by Dallas McNeal Photography For many business owners, selling their company isn’t just about moving on—it’s a strategic financial decision. A well-planned sale can provide significant returns and open the door to new investment opportunities. As a former business owner herself—three times over—Julie Barlow has been through it all: buying, building, and eventually selling. Julie has previously owned...

Arts + Culture

Beyond the Stage

The Transformative Power of Investing in the Arts Article by Angi Burns Investing in the arts is not just about supporting creativity; it's about nurturing essential life skills. For young performers, arts education provides a holistic approach to learning, and continued involvement in the arts throughout adulthood can serve as a healthy escape from the daily grind.  Theatre, music, and dance spaces provide a safe outlet for artists to develop their emotional intelligence and learn empathy...