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‘Is it actual weed?’  First weekend of recreational pot sales open in Missouri to joy and exuberance.

‘Is it actual weed?’ First weekend of recreational pot sales open in Missouri to joy and exuberance.

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Business News
st. LOUIS — Steve Campbell was ready with a joke. Campbell was the first person at the Good Day Farm marijuana dispensary in the Central West End on the first day recreational-use marijuana was sold in Missouri. He walked through the door to applause from the staff. But Campbell, 67, had a confused look on his face. “This isn’t St. Louis Bread Co.?” he asked. “I did not believe this day would ever come,” Campbell said later. “I went back a long way, when it was very illegal and very scary, and people went to jail for a couple of…
How much inflation has increased Christmas, holiday dinner food prices

How much inflation has increased Christmas, holiday dinner food prices

Business News
Loading up on egg nog, cookies and other holiday favorites is going to cost more this year. While inflation is starting to slow down, food prices are still far above where they were during the 2021 holiday season. Grocery prices in November were up 12% year-over-year, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. “There’s just been that upwelling of prices across the board,” said Michael Swanson, lead economist for Wells Fargo. “So it’s going to be more expensive, but there are some bright spots that are developing for some of the more festive foods.” How much has the…
Debt & Death – Rickard & Associates

Debt & Death – Rickard & Associates

Business News
When our clients meet with us for estate planning, a common question we receive is: what happens to my debt when I die? We can help you stay on top of the latest news that affects your everyday life. Subscribe to stay up to date. (To subscribe to our blog click here). Debt does not go away upon death, but what happens to it can change depending on several factors. While you do not owe money after death, your estate may owe money. An estate is determined to become insolvent if the debts exceed the value of the assets. In…
Wichita Northrock Business Park is fully leased for the first time

Wichita Northrock Business Park is fully leased for the first time

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For the first time in its almost 40-year history, the Northrock Business Park’s 300,000 square feet of office space is completely leased. Courtesy photo At a time when there are plenty of not-so-happy business stories to go around, it’s perhaps worthy to stop and recognize a positive one. For the first time in its almost 40-year history, the Northrock Business Park at K-96 and North Rock Road is completely leased. That’s 300,000 square feet over 18 buildings. “So it’s not a small property,” said Ross Way of Anderson Management. “Business has been so good that we are full.” Way said…
Estate Planning and Personal Property

Estate Planning and Personal Property

Business News
Prior to meeting with us, many of our clients have felt overwhelmed by estate planning. Often, they are more concerned about the smaller aspects of estate planning than the larger ones. We can help you stay on top of the latest news that affects your everyday life. Subscribe to stay up to date. (To subscribe to our blog click here). We help our clients plan to protect all of their interests, both big and small. Frequently, clients have sentimental items that they wish to pass to family or friends upon their death. While these items may be of little financial…
Oak Court Mall in East Memphis to be put up for auction

Oak Court Mall in East Memphis to be put up for auction

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Oak Court Mall empty sits Thursday, April 2, 2020, in Memphis. Oak Court Mall will be going up for auction at the end of the year, according to a foreclosure notice dated Dec. 6. The mall, located at 4465 Poplar Ave., has struggled to attract and retain tenants in recent years and the owner, Washington Prime Group, filed for bankruptcy last year. The Ohio-based company struggled significantly during the early stages of the pandemic, losing $133.9 million in the first nine months of 2020. Originally opened in 1988, Oak Court Mall is anchored by Macy’s and Dillard’s. The property started…
Are You Providing Patients with their Records Quickly Enough?

Are You Providing Patients with their Records Quickly Enough?

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The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) continues to enforce their HIPAA Right of Access initiative on behalf of patients. We can help you stay on top of the latest news that affects your everyday life. Subscribe to stay up to date. (To subscribe to our blog click here). Healthcare providers have been warned about complying with the HIPAA Right of Access as set out in the 21st Century CURES Act. Now, providers are seeing words in action. Since beginning the enforcement initiative, the OCR has brought forth 38 actions with financial penalties against healthcare providers in violation of the Right…
Frontier Airlines won’t take your calls, plus more business news

Frontier Airlines won’t take your calls, plus more business news

Business News
Here’s a look at the week’s top business and consumer news, putting a spotlight on the economy. Let’s start with some controversial business decisions: Frontier Airlines no longer has a customer service phone line Customers who need flight information or want to make changes to travel plans can no longer call Frontier Airlines and speak to an agent, the company confirmed to CNN this weekend. The ultra low-cost airline said it has transitioned to fully digital communications. Customers seeking help or information from the carrier must deal with an online chatbot, social media channels or WhatsApp. Those who need to…