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08/20/2026

Oh man, is there any smell that can transport you to another place and time like the delicious aroma of frying bacon? It takes me back to my Grandma's kitchen, and I'll take mine crispy, please! How do you like yours? Happy International Bacon Day!

08/16/2026

Knock, knock. Who’s there? Yale. Yale who? Yale never know unless you open the door! It’s National Tell a Joke Day -- go make someone laugh (or more likely, groan) today.

08/12/2026

Markets navigated mixed signals in July. Inflation eased, tech faced pressure, and energy surged. Meanwhile, Americans are planning record travel spending in 2026: \$1.37 trillion. What's shaping your household budget this summer?

Stocks were mixed in July as investors navigated a cross-current of news on the outlook for AI spending and Q2 corporate reports.

08/04/2026

Whether you like them crispy or chewy, cooled down or hot from the oven… August 4 is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day. Take a break and treat yourself to this timeless baked masterpiece. Now, where’s my milk?

08/03/2026

National Watermelon Day on August 3 celebrates this refreshing summertime treat! And since watermelon is 92% water, it’s satisfying in the summer heat. This fruit-veggie-berry (everyone has an opinion) is one in a melon!

08/01/2026

📝 August is National Make-A-Will Month, a timely reminder that estate documentation deserves your attention.

A whopping 76% of Americans don't have a will. This can lead to unintended consequences for those with asset distribution and care for children.

A comprehensive estate strategy can help preserve your legacy while helping manage the probate process. Consider reviewing your documentation periodically, particularly after significant life events such as marriage, divorce, or the birth of children and grandchildren.

Our team can help your legal counsel facilitate comprehensive estate coordination. Contact us to discuss how we can help.



Source:
Caring.com, February 18, 2025.

07/30/2026

Happy International Friendship Day! Friendships help us build bonds of camaraderie and trust. Through good times and bad, your friends provide support, acceptance and companionship. This Friendship Day, let’s celebrate those small moments that unite us all.

07/19/2026

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Happy National Ice Cream Day!

07/15/2026

What’s better than an American treat you can gobble up with just one hand? Celebrate National Hot Dog Day with your favorite toppings!

07/08/2026

Markets posted solid second-quarter gains as investors responded to upbeat economic reports, continued diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, and strong first-quarter corporate numbers. The S&P 500 rose 14.87%, the Nasdaq gained 21.41%, and the Dow picked up 12.90%, while Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite added 6.37%. Looking ahead, markets may continue to react to Middle East updates, oil prices, inflation trends, and the pace of global commerce through the Strait of Hormuz. From U.S. home price growth to Canadian housing forecasts, this quarter’s by-the-numbers highlights the data behind one of North America’s most closely watched markets.