Lilian Gollott was born in Toluca, Mexico, but considers herself a Southern woman. A Coast resident for 28 years, she has adopted the culture wholeheartedly — including Mardi Gras balls, fall festivals, fishing and, of course, the food. Being a mother and enjoying time with her son, Shawn Miguel, is where Gollott finds the most […]
Starting a small business is the ultimate leap of faith, the acceptance of enormous risk in pursuit of a dream. Especially now, those companies that have not only survived, but thrived, due to their desirable products and services, excellent customer service and positive impact to the community should be celebrated. We received dozens of nominations […]
The best Coast architecture has that something extra — those special features and unique details that make a home truly extraordinary. Here are some favorite spaces chosen and shared by Kyle Tootle, president/principal of Tootle Homes, and Paul Titus, sales director for Cretin Townsend Homes. CRETIN TOWNSEND HOMES KITCHEN “Kitchens remain the heart of the […]
By Dr. Tracy Daniel-Hardy I have found that scheduling an extra 45 minutes to an hour for appointment travel time reduces frustration for my parents and me. I used to time it perfectly, giving me just long enough to drive up, run in, grab them and speed off to the appointment. That strategy rarely worked […]
The right employees could make or break your business, so careful selection is important. Big factors that influence employee retention are good hiring practices, a motivational work environment and great benefits. An attractive employee benefits package will help to provide security for your current and future employees and help you optimize your investment in your […]
Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture Building her own house from the ground up not only gave Susan Siemiontkowski her “home sweet home” — it sparked her passion for real estate. At the time, the Toms River, New Jersey, native was working for a publishing company in Michigan profiling the top commercial construction projects across the […]
Many real estate professionals exclaim that they’ve never seen anything like the 2021 housing market. Thanks to a nationwide shortage, properties are selling for thousands over the asking price and sometimes being snapped up within hours. According to the National Association of Realtors, the median price for existing homes increased by 23.6 percent nationwide in […]
