So, you’ve got a business idea. Congratulations! Welcome to the club of women who’ve stood in the shower, at a red light, or in the middle of Target thinking, “This could be a …

A Bluffton McDonald’s restaurant manager has earned one of the company’s highest global honors, placing her among the top 1 percent of managers worldwide. Yusmari Hernandez, manager …

If you want to structure your legal affairs so as to (1) keep your assets in your family, (2) leave assets to loved ones protected from lawsuits, (3) have your loved ones be able to take steps to …

As Head of Wealth Management for Alliance Global Partners of the Lowcountry, my work centers on helping clients grow, protect, and enjoy their wealth. But over the years, I’ve learned that true …

Growing pains aren’t just for kids anymore. They happen to businesses too — and while they’re technically “happy pains,” they still hurt. Take one small Sugar Scrub …

Coastal Care Partners has opened a new location in Bluffton, marking an expansion of its comprehensive aging care services across the Lowcountry. The company celebrated the grand opening with a …

Talk of culture often fills workplaces, but accountability is the piece that makes or breaks a team. Without it, even the best businesses struggle. And make no mistake: accountability starts at the …

A significant wealth event occurs when liquid assets under your control increase in a meaningful way. These events can be planned, like with the sale of something valuable, or unplanned, like a …

Collins Group Realty is celebrating a major business milestone by giving back to the community it serves. In recognition of closing its 200th home in 2025, the Hilton Head-based real estate firm …

When you start something bold—a business, a dream, a brand—it’s amazing how many people will try to “help” you by reshaping it into something else. Everyone’s an …

Nearly 200 Beaufort Memorial Hospital employees were honored earlier this month for their dedication and years of service to the community during the health system’s annual Employee Service …

In the arena of estate planning, avoiding unnecessary court involvement, preserving privacy, maximizing income tax deferral planning (IRA’s), planning to ensure availability of government …

The benefits of a purpose-driven life don’t dissipate when you retire. Rather, without the imposed daily and weekly structures of the working world, it may be even more important to find …

Funding a comfortable retirement has the potential to be a challenging process for anyone. But women, in particular, are especially likely to confront a number of financial risks during their …

Why is there shame in being broke? Who started that? Somewhere along the way, society decided that if you’re broke, you must be dumb, lazy, or simply unequipped to handle life. People …

Expert Answer: Owning property in more than one state can be a wonderful way to diversify your lifestyle or investments. Maybe you enjoy summers in the mountains and winters at the beach, or perhaps …

Throughout the month of October, people across the country will focus in a variety of ways on the employment of people with disabilities. With celebrations, conferences, speeches, and webinars, …

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce (BCBCC) will spotlight Gullah Geechee art, heritage and community this month through a series of cultural events at its Gullah Art Gallery and beyond. …

Whether you’re building your portfolio, trying to diversify or considering new investments, understanding the difference between active and passive funds is extremely helpful. Both mutual funds …