Busting the Myth About a Down Payment for a House

Owning A Home: The American Dream Everybody has to pay to live somewhere. Some people rent, while others own their own home. Both are paying a mortgage, but there is one fundamental difference and it is a big one! The renter is paying for their landlord’s mortgage and is essentially helping them build their wealth. […]

Worth Repeating Fine Consignment Store: The Name Says it All!

“I like my money right where I can see it… Hanging in my closet”, claimed fashion guru Carrie Bradshaw on the iconic show Sex and the City. Upscale designer consignment store Worth Repeating on 1732 NE 26th Street, in Wilton Manors, is the perfect place to land those designer treasures Bradshaw spoke of without the […]

In Wilton Manors, Love Wins

Wilton Manors, just outside of Oakland Park is known as the Island City. If you have not been there yet, then you really should go! Its main street corridor, Wilton Drive, is lined with a variety of shops, restaurants, and bars, many neighborhood favorites. Although the City was incorporated into a city in 1953, it […]

La Mexicana Taco Bar: More than Just Tacos!

Hidden in Wilton Manors, just outside of Oakland Park, at the Wilton Yard at 2430 NE 13th Ave is a little gem, known as La Mexicana Taco Bar.  Pronounced La Meh-hee-ka-naIt this little gem is much more than a simple taco bar. It offers a unique dining experience with quality food, a picturesque ambiance and music.  On their […]

Free Webinars Help Provide Answers Regarding Health Insurance and Medicare

The start of 2021 finds itself riddled with questions as we try to catch up to what’s going on in our country. Investors with years of experience don’t even know what to do right now as stocks like AMC Theaters and GameStop are dominating the headlines and cryptocurrency has banks and governments rethinking their stances […]

Oakland Park Elks Lodge #2407 Gives Back to Veterans

On Sunday February 28th the Oakland Park Elks Lodge #2407 had their first Focus Grant BBQ Dinner in honor of all Veterans. Thanks to all the volunteers and Elks, it went off without a hitch! While this was the first Focus Grant BBQ, it was one of the many events that the Elks puts on […]

Nolan: A Smile to Remember

Almost 6 years ago, a very special little boy named Nolan was born. As any happy family would do, Nolan’s family welcomed him with open arms. His parents were proud of a vibrant, happy little boy. His grandmother, Kristin, couldn’t be more proud as well. Nolan was growing from an infant and toddler to a […]

projectRock: Ain’t No Mountain High Enough

“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough”, sang Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell in their famous 1967 song. projectROCK, the spectacular indoor rock climbing facility in Oakland Park challenges this famous song’s sentiments. Each and every day at projectRock climbers, both young and old, seasoned and amateur challenge themselves to climb their highest mountain.  Bringing the Mountains […]

Big Dog Station: An Icon of Oakland Park

Located at 3148 NE 12th Avenue in Oakland park, and on the edge of the roundabout that adorns the corner, and under the City of Oakland Park arch, sits a local favorite spot: The Big Dog Station Bar. A common misconception by those who have not yet entered their doors think it is a hot […]