County treasurers work to avoid foreclosure

 

By Bob Robinson

Eaton County, MI Treasurer  

Helping families and property owners avoid tax foreclosure is a primary objective for me as Eaton County Treasurer, and for treasurers across the state. 

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Rigo Flores looks to further his LEGACY with “Festival of Fights” at The Fledge on December 13

 Lansing resident Rigo Flores is not going to entertain you by attempting to lift and body slam a 280lb person. The crafty entrepreneur and promoter will, however, organize a family friendly event where professionals will carry out such awe-inspiring feats instead.

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Fatal Fire on Lansing’s Northside

 

 

                                                                      Lansing firefighters responded to a structure fire with reports of people trapped at 2007 New York Street on the City’s North side at 01:33 am on October 30.
 
 

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Your Child Is Not Your “Friend”

 

By James Lehman, MSW
 
 
The emotional role of the parent is built on love, affection, and esteem. It’s an important part of being a parent and it’s a beautiful thing to behold. But your child is not your friend. And your role as a parent is not just emotional.

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Jill on Money: Don’t let sense of confidence derail investing

 

By Jill Schlesinger
 
Dow 27K! S&P 500 3K! NASDAQ 8200! Just months after the bull market in stocks became the longest on record, U.S. equity indexes hit new milestones. Fears about the escalation of trade wars, Brexit, and worries about Congress' ability to raise the U.S. debt ceiling retreated, allowing stocks to power higher.

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Dog suddenly attacking his longtime friend

By Cathy M. Rosenthal

Tribune Content Agency
 
Dear Cathy, 
 
My daughter and I both have rescue Shih Tzu mixed breeds dogs who have played together for the past four years. 
 

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Interpersonal Edge: Worry can fuel your problem solving

 By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Content Agency
 
Q: I am a worrier. I worry about thawing permafrost unleashing devastating viruses, the collapse of the dollar, and whether my boss is planning to fire me. I act calm, but internally I worry about everything. I've noticed more people around me seem constantly worried. How can I make my worry help me and not hurt me on the job?

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Europe’s crazy rich royals and their lavish retreats

 

About 15 miles from St. Petersburg in the town of Pushkin, the sprawling Catherine Palace is one of the best places to experience Romanov opulence. (photo: Rick Steves)

 

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INVESTING 101: RENTAL OR FLIP?

By Dale Huber

Broker, DS Huber Real Estate Group
 
I am often asked the question: “Should I invest in long term rental properties or in flip properties?”

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