According to the Chinese calendar, 2023 is the year of the Water Rabbit. The sign of the Rabbit is a symbol of longevity, peace, and prosperity. So that’s good. For me, though, I have decided that 2023, will also be the year of the Pirate. My amazing daughter gave me two books for Christmas, both…
‘Small Businesses are coming back to Small Town’s Main Street’ Areas all over Southwest Virginia are revitalizing their downtowns. Even areas specifically impacted by the coal industry. ⋅⋅⋅ There is usually a spark – that one individual who decides to do something. That spark creates a conversation that launches a movement. All over Southwest…
____ days later crowdfunding is almost here! In case you missed it . . . . a few weeks ago the Securities and Exchange Commission finally adopted final rules to enable companies to offer and sell securities using crowdfunding. The JOBS Act (which was signed into law April 5, 2012) created a federal exemption under…