Business Insights
More Than Two to Tango?
In the insurance industry, we often talk about increased costs associated with claims and lawsuits against businesses. We live in a highly litigious society where court fees, defense costs, and settlements continue to rise. There are multiple contributing factors to…
Built to Withstand: Strengthening the Supply Chain Through Business Continuity Planning
In today’s interconnected economy, businesses rely heavily on efficient supply chain management to maintain operations,…
Why CEFEX Certification Matters to Your Portfolio
When it comes to managing financial futures—whether you’re an individual investor, a retirement plan trustee,…
Preventive Care as a Catalyst for Employee Health and Well-Being
More people are putting preventive care on hold, forgoing regular checkups in areas like dental…
What happens when the ‘wolf’ is confronted?
The fairy tale of the boy who cried wolf dates back more than 2,500 years.…
Protect Employees from Stressing Over the Unexpected with Legal Benefits
As we look toward spring, it’s a natural time to consider what challenges the new…
Strong Energy Infrastructure Brings Economic Development Opportunities
Recently, Alliant Energy, in collaboration with the City of Cedar Rapids, officially confirmed QTS will…
Owning Assets is Cool Again
Long forgotten are the dismal days of 2022. The S&P 500 has recorded new all-time…
Regenerative Medicine – The Future of Healthcare
Advancements in medical technology have led to the development of regenerative medicine – a branch…
Financial Planning for Successful Business Owners
A successful business owner must balance the intricacies of growing a business with the nuances…
Exit Planning Strategies: Exploring ESOPs
Business ownership exit planning strategies continues to be an active conversation between our Cedar Rapids…
Maximizing Your Impact: Strategies for Tax-Efficient Charitable Giving
The giving season is underway, and as the end of the year approaches, many readers…
How employees benefit from a network of dental options
By Cory Bauer Choosing a dental carrier for your employee benefits plan may not be…
When Is the Last Time You Had Your Smile Checked?
Earlier this year, Delta Dental Plans Association released the 2024 State of America’s Oral Health…
Is grad school worth it? The return on higher education
We are in a world of change, in both our personal lives and in the…
The Power of Collaboration Among Your Professional Advisors
One of the many intangible benefits of having a good financial advisor or planner in…
