For those of Jewish descent or those who practice Judaism, Hanukkah is one of the most important holidays of the year. Also known as the festival of lights, Hanukkah celebrates the rededication of the temple in Jerusalem during the Maccabean Revolt. Today, the fusion of Judeo-Christian traditions in North America has led to the adoption …
All You Need to Know About Fireplaces
Picture this: it’s late at night, on a chilly fall evening. Outside, the wind is howling, as the driving rain beats against the window panes with a rhythmic pitter-patter. Reclining in your overstuffed armchair, you turn the page of the novel in your hand and take a sip from the cup of hot mint tea …
Cities Most Vulnerable to Being Hit First by a Recession
More Americans live in urban areas than in 1950 and urbanization will continue to increase up to 90% by 2050, according to the predictions made by the Census Bureau. Three percent of the land hosts all the urban population, while the rural land, which makes 97% of the US territory, is home to only 19% …
Thanksgiving Dinner Ideas From Our Client’s Tables to Yours
Thanksgiving is almost here, and along with it, a cornucopia of thanksgiving warmth. Thoughts of Thanksgiving turkey, glazed ham and pumpkin pie crowd our collective consciousness with their delicious aromas. The mere thought of a Thanksgiving dinner table heavy laden with dozens of different Thanksgiving delights is enough to leave most of us hungrily contemplating …
Planning for an early retirement
Do you remember when people used to ask you what you wanted to become when you grow up? If you’ve chosen that same career path, congratulations. If not, you’ve probably embraced a completely different profession. Now, when someone asks you what age do you want to retire, you don’t want to give an unrealistic answer, …