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07/04/2026

The Star Spangled Banner As You've Never Heard It Before...
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A story of how our national anthem came to be. I was asked by som...

07/03/2026

Happy 4th of July weekend! Here's some good information about it.

The Declaration of Independence, the founding document of the United States, was approved by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, and announced the separation of 13 North American British colonies from Great Britain. It explained why the Congress on July 2 “unanimously” (by the votes of 12 colonies, with New York abstaining) had resolved that “these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be Free and Independent States.”
The second paragraph of the Declaration of Independence begins with perhaps its most famous line. “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” This statement echoed the writings of English philosopher John Locke. Locke claimed that, in the state of nature, individuals possessed the right to life, liberty, and property.
No one actually signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776. Although the Declaration of Independence was approved on July 4, the “engrossed” copy of the document wasn’t ready for signatures until nearly a month later.
On August 2, 1776, roughly a month after the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence, an “engrossed” version was signed at the Pennsylvania State House (now Independence Hall) in Philadelphia by most of the congressional delegates (engrossing is rendering an official document in a large clear hand). Not all the delegates were present on August 2. Eventually, 56 of them signed the document. Two delegates, John Dickinson and Robert R. Livingston, never signed.

Here's a link to some great additional information and videos that explain so many great facts about our founding fathers. Check it out!!: https://www.history.com/articles/declaration-of-independence

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07/01/2026

Hurricane season is here. Storms are unpredictable; their reach extends well beyond the coast, and the time to prepare is before one is in the forecast.


Here are some tips and advice.

Assemble Your Emergency Kit

Assume you may be without power, water, and access to stores for several days. Your kit should include:

> Food and water for at least 72 hours, ideally a week
> Medications and copies of prescriptions
> Clothing for several days and sturdy closed toe shoes
> Soap, toothbrushes, deodorant, and feminine products
> Paper towels, toilet paper, and hand sanitizer
> Cash in small bills
> Flashlights, extra batteries, candles, lighters, and a portable power bank for cell phone
> A hand-crank or battery powered radio
> Pet food, medications, and carriers
> Formula, diapers, and wipes if you have infants
> A few comfort items for young children
> Protect Your Documents and Valuables in waterproof containers

Locate your birth certificates, passports, Social Security cards, insurance policies, and financial documents. Scan or photograph them, seal originals in waterproof bags, and store them somewhere elevated. Walk through your home and record a short video of each room capturing furniture, electronics, and anything of value. If flooding is a risk, move what matters most to the highest point in your home.

Prepare Your Property

Trim trees near the house, clean gutters, secure or bring in outdoor furniture, cover windows if appropriate, check all doors including the garage, and move vehicles under cover if possible.

Have an Evacuation Plan

Know your zone, your route, and your backup. Decide where you would go if instructed to leave.

If you have questions about your Homeowners coverage, especially concerning Hurricanes, as we head into this season, check with your agent right away.

06/22/2026

Hoping all our amazing dads were celebrated for all they are, and all they do.
Happy Father's Day‼️

06/12/2026

What a crazy morning it has been, and what a wild day it will likely be as it goes down in history. 😲🛰️🚀

Watch the opening bell for the New York Stock Exchange, the Nasdaq and Cboe from June 12, 2026.

06/11/2026

Vote for us in the Financial Advisor category to help us win Best of Florida 2026, an annual award that honors the state’s most outstanding businesses and organizations at guidetoFlorida.com - with your help, we have the chance to three-peat!
We were one of five to receive the honor in 2024, and one of three in 2025. There are many in the category, so if you're happy with us, please vote. An honor voted for by the public means the most to us. It's our "Report Card" if you will and lets us know that we're still doing a great job for you. That's what is most important to us!
When you click the link to vote; scroll to Financial Advisors (you'll see a Piggy Bank image), then to Family Tree Financial Group and you can vote for us. You can vote once per day per email account.



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Cast your vote for the 2026 Best of Florida Awards. Select your favorite local businesses across multiple categories and help crown the best in Florida! Voting is open - make your voice heard!

06/01/2026

Make it a great day!!!

05/25/2026

In honor of Memorial Day, we invite you to join us in taking time to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our country and preserve our freedom.

Please note that our office will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th, and will respond to any messages received during the closure as promptly as possible.

Wishing you a respectful and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/20/2026

As summer approaches, calendars fill up quickly. This is often when routine health care gets put off, but taking care of these preventive services early can help keep you healthy all summer long. Many of these services are covered under health plans and are designed to detect potential issues early, before they turn into more serious health concerns.

Coverage varies, but common preventive services may include:

✅ Annual wellness visits and routine physical exams.
✅ Blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes screenings.
✅ Cancer screenings.
✅ Well-child visits and developmental checkups.
✅ Recommended vaccinations.
✅ Preventive counseling related to nutrition, to***co use, or mental health.

Booking appointments in advance can also help avoid scheduling bottlenecks and missed coverage opportunities.

If you have questions about what your plan covers, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our team is here to help guide you.

05/15/2026

May is Disability Insurance Awareness Month, and it is a good time to take a closer look at a type of coverage that does not always get the attention it deserves.

According to 2025 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, people with a disability account for about 13% of the U.S. population, and the gap between employment rates for those with and without a disability remains significant.

Disability can affect anyone at any stage of life, and the financial impact can be just as significant as the physical one. Swipe through for a breakdown of what disability insurance covers and what to look for in a policy.

Have questions about your coverage options? Give us a call today (904) 657-0896