Respect, rights and repression. These are three things I never have had to worry about growing up as a white male in the USA. Even though I grew up in the Bay Area and learned early about gay rights and the challenges and problems the LGBTQ community faced – I never really completely processed the…
The coronavirus has impacted nearly every sector of our economy, including the real estate market. While much of the home-buying process is already online, like finding and touring homes, the pandemic has also brought about some changes to the loan approval process. If you’re wondering if now is the “right time” to buy or refinance…
August 10-15 Take ‘N Bake Meals & To Go Options ** Lamb Meatballs – roasted tomatoes and eggplant, sautéed spinach, feta sauce…$12 ** Pineapple Chicken Thighs – coconut rice, grilled zucchini, pineapple relish … $12 ** Beef Stroganoff – top sirloin, mushrooms, egg noodles, rosemary cream sauce … $12 ** Halibut Cake – wasabi mashed potatoes, edamame and red pepper salad, pickled ginger aioli… $18 ** Vegetarian Lasagna – zucchini, yellow squash, fire roasted tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms, sundried tomato…
Here are several new tax laws passed this year to consider as you start planning your 2020 tax obligation. – Make up to $300 of charitable contributions. For the 2020 tax year only, an above-the-line deduction of $300 is available to all Americans who want to make a charitable contribution. You can donate to more…
We all know that small businesses are hurting the most during this never ending COVID-19 virus. As business owners scramble to pay their employees and keep their lights on, fewer new companies are willing to risk opening a storefront only to have it fail before even getting the open sign on. This risk is one…
Let’s be honest. This is a strange summer. With many recreation activities canceled or significantly altered because of this year’s pandemic and social distancing guidelines, families need to be creative to keep their kids energized and engaged. Never fear! Here’s a list of activities to create a memorable summer for your kids: Organize a family…
Aug. 3 – 8 Food Truck Locations ** Monday dinner – Seaview neighborhood, Edmonds ** Monday dinner – Faith Hill Community Church by Hickman Park, Edmonds ** Tuesday lunch – Alderwood Business Center, Lynnwood ** Tuesday dinner – Point Edwards, Edmonds ** Wednesday lunch – 4th & Dayton, Edmonds ** Thursday lunch – private company…
The Edmonds Waterfront (Senior) Center and Sanders Law Group offer a free legal clinic for seniors every month, and the next one is Wednesday, Aug. 5. This popular monthly clinic offers 15-minute individual appointments with an Elder Law Attorney. It runs from 1-3 p.m. and space is limited. Please call ahead to the Edmonds Waterfront (Senior)…
There are a few reasons you may find yourself looking for an estate sale company to handle a loved one’s estate or to downsize your own belonging. During these life transitions, finding a trustworthy team can ease your stress while hiring a company who mishandles the job can add more to your plate. How do…
Edmonds Food Bank and Edmonds Waterfront Center have expanded their food delivery partnership to now include deliveries to households with one or more disabled individual. We are very excited to be able to mark the 30-year anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with an extension of our home delivery services…
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One of the positive things that has come out of the Stay at Home order has been artists having time to dig into their art. Over the past couple weeks, Cole Gallery received 85 new paintings from over 25 of their artists. For many artists, being required to stay at home allowed them time to…
It’s a sign of the times — while doing the right thing by wearing a mask to stop the spread of COVID-19, you are doing a number on your complexion. “Acne mechanica,” the technical term for maskne is the result of the mechanical friction of a fabric against the skin. This is compounded by moisture…
Pacific Northwest summers are renowned for plentiful sunshine, warm temperatures, and outdoor activities like gardening. But summer is also peak drought and wildfire season, when rainfall is sparse and water conservation is critical. As a national leader in carbon-free energy, Snohomish County PUD is one of the most environmentally conscious utilities in the nation. That…
July 27-31 Fundraiser for Boys and Girls Clubs Snohomish County Dinner available Monday-Friday for drive-through pick-up at varying club locations, with a portion of each purchase going to BGCSC. Must preorder. Details can be found online. Please help support this amazing organization. ~~~~~~~ Food Truck Locations ** Monday dinner – Seaview neighborhood, Edmonds ** Monday…
Most taxpayers ignore the federal estate tax, thinking they will never be touched by it. Unfortunately, you do this at your own peril. Why? Because states often have this tax AND politicians have a habit of frequently changing the rules. The best approach for all taxpayers is to understand the basics of the estate tax….
Due to COVID-19 and school closures, families and school communities are working diligently to support students with academic and life skills. As we adjust our program with online tutoring, we focus on foundational academic skills and life skills. Common Core standards are academic standards for college and career preparedness for students enrolled in Kindergarten through…
Every year taxpayers are hit with tax surprises that could be avoided if they just knew the rules. Here are five big ones that are easy to avoid with some simple planning. Mistake #1. Withholding too little. This results in a tax surprise when filing your income tax return. Don’t be too hard on yourself…
July 20-24 Take ‘N Bake Meals & To Go Options ** Thai Chicken Noodles – chicken, stir fry vegetables, rice noodles, thai coconut sauce…..$10 ** Pulled Pork Stuffed Potato – baked potato stuffed with slow roasted pork shoulder, cheddar, green onions, roasted broccoli, sautéed mushrooms, bbq sauce, sour cream… $10 ** Braised Short Rib –…
in Southeast Asia are in real peril from the current pandemic, way more than we are. Think about it. You’re a child. To you, the whole world is your small village. You and your family live in a primitive bamboo or wooden house, possibly without electricity or running water. Health care? You have rarely— if…
July 13 – 17 Take ‘N Bake Meals & To Go Options ** Pulled Pork Tamale – corn husk wrapped masa crusted pork served with roasted corn and spanish rice …..$12 ** Tuscan Chicken – white beans, tomatoes, kale, carrots …. $12 ** Creamy Seafood Pasta – dungeness crab, lobster, red peppers, artichoke hearts, asparagus…
Wouldn’t it be nice to check out of the workforce early and not have to worry about having enough money for retirement? While good financial planning can help you get there, leveraging the tax code as part of your retirement plan is also a good idea. Here are some tax tips that could help you…
AXIS Pharmacy Northwest is proud to announce that Dr. Joan Emery of Woodhaven Veterinary Clinic has been named the “Vet of the Month” for July 2020. This month’s recipient was nominated by one of her clients, Nancy Cohen, who shared these kind words about her: “Best vet I’ve ever had! ~ Dr. Joan Emery is…
Question: I recently had surgery and filled out one of those yellow forms at the hospital. Do I still need a Power of Attorney? Peggy Sanders: The short answer is “yes.” But to explain the answer, let’s start by looking at the different legal documents involved. Many of my clients confuse these documents. That yellow…
July 6 – July 10 Take ‘N Bake Meals & To Go Options ** BBQ Smoked Brisket – bourbon bbq sauce, brown sugar baked beans, chili lime corn… $15 ** Jerk Chicken – caribbean brown rice, tropical fruit relish, roasted okra & carrots…. $12 **Teriyaki Salmon – wasabi sticky rice cake, sautéed bok choy &…
The kids are out of school and summer is well underway. Make sure you understand the rules regarding the tax deductibility of summer activities and related day care expenses through the use of the Child and Dependent Care Credit. Collecting those receipts now can save plenty during tax time. What is deductible? 20% to 35%…
