Making Dollars, Making Sense; The Hidden Cost of DIY Investing

Doing your own investing has never been easier. The tools are accessible. The fees are low. The online resources are endless. But there’s one cost that often gets ignored: financial […]
Lake Norman’s October Music Scene: Where Fall Meets Fantastic Beats

October in Lake Norman is magical. The leaves are turning brilliant shades of gold and crimson, the air is crisp and perfect for outdoor events, and the music scene is […]
One Man’s Perspective: Priorities

I recently got involved in a conversation about Priorities. This person said they did not have any priorities. I said that I’m sure that he does. And I’m sure you […]
And Then There Were the Linens

On a brisk October afternoon some years ago, my 90-year-old mother-in-law, Margaret, returned to us after a brief stay in a convalescent home. It was, after all, quite unexpected. The […]
Ask Dr. Keith; October 2025

Dear Dr. Keith, I am a 22-year-old male who recently graduated college with a degree in fire science. My dream since I was a kid was to grow up and […]