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November 7, 2016 | Christen Milstead

Local Seniors Give Back to Families in Need (PHOTOS)

Residents at Ingleside at King Farm (IKF) have been giving their time, resources, and a lot of heart by volunteering at the Interfaith Clothing Center (ICC), a program at Interfaith Works in Rockville. ICC provides low-income families with free clothing and home goods, which allows them to use more of their resources on food, rent, […]

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November 7, 2016 | Christen Milstead

Why Ingleside at King Farm? (VIDEO)

Convenience, social opportunities and more. Hear first hand why Bill and Barbara Murry decided to move to Ingleside at King Farm. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFn7cFnvSh4

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November 5, 2016 | Phil Fabrizio

A Bittersweet Senior Night at Georgetown Prep (PHOTOS)

Sixteen Little Hoyas began their last home game marching out to mid field with parents, friends, and relatives to celebrate for some what was four years of athletic endeavors that consummated on this Friday Night. In a matchup between two of the top DMV football teams, Episcopal of Alexandria and Georgetown Prep of North Bethesda, […]

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November 4, 2016 | Mark Avallone, MBA, CFP®, CRPS®, AIF®

October-Here’s To Your Wealth

The Markets:  Like millions of Americans, the U.S. stock market seems to be waiting for the U.S. election for clues on what will happen next. After a sharp January – February 2016 decline followed by an immediate rebound, the end result is that several of the U.S. stock market indices are up only low single […]

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November 3, 2016 | Laura Rowles

Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Conducts Ribbon Cutting for Majestic

The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) supported Spectrum Luxury Apartments and celebrated the grand opening of their newest apartment complex by conducting a ribbon cutting ceremony for them on Tuesday, November 1, 2016. They are located at 116 Paramount Park Drive in Gaithersburg.                            […]

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November 3, 2016 | Jeff Getek

Riderwood Opens The Glen at Orchard Point

With the cheers of an enthusiastic audience, residents and employees of Riderwood cut the ribbon on The Glen at Orchard Point (The Glen), the new assisted living expansion at the Erickson Living retirement community. The Glen features the largest assisted living apartments in the area with 41 private residences ranging from studio to two-bedroom styles. […]

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November 3, 2016 | Juanita Farmer, CPA

Year-End Tax Planning for Individuals

Tax planning strategies for individuals this year include postponing income and accelerating deductions, as well as careful consideration of timing related investments, charitable gifts, and retirement planning. General tax planning strategies that taxpayers might consider include the following: Sell any investments on which you have a gain or loss this year. For more on this, […]

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November 2, 2016 | Marian Merewitz

Telling Your Story with Terrel and Nic: Therapeautic Recreation (VIDEO)

Join us as we talk with Charlie Butler, director of Montgomery County Therapeutic Recreation. He shares all the new programs and makes us laugh with his warm personality. Join Terrel and Nic as they chat with the guy who knows all about fun. It will be fun! Episode 3

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November 1, 2016 | Elizabeth Ortega-Lohmeyer

Montgomery County Recreation Schedule for November

November 1 through November 3:  Early Voting 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. — Voters may go to any early voting site in Montgomery County and cast a ballot. Early voting results are tallied on election night, just like votes cast on election day. If you vote early, you may not vote by mail or on […]

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October 31, 2016 | Mark Avallone, MBA, CFP®, CRPS®, AIF®

How 529 Plans Can Help Reduce Taxes And Pay For College

Whatever the time of year, paying for college is usually on the minds of parents. For the middle class it is especially daunting. The wealthy usually have the means to afford the $50,000 to $60,000 annual cost at some private colleges. And, if a talented student is from an impoverished background, there are ways (grants, […]

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