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The Friday after Thanksgiving is normally the day the Elder household decorates for Christmas. Last year, we got a 15 foot tree that was a great addition in the new house. (Peep it in the back of this picture)! I'm grateful we will have some extra guys around the house this year so I don't have to get on the roof to hang Christmas lights!! Do you decorate for Christmas before or after Thanksgiving?

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The Friday after Thanksgiving is normally the day the Elder household decorates for Christmas. Last year, we got a 15 foot tree that was a great addition in the new house. (Peep it in the back of this picture)! I'm grateful we will have some extra guys around the house this year so I don't have to get on the roof to hang Christmas lights!! Do you decorate for Christmas before or after Thanksgiving?

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Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you enjoy spending time with the people you love. I am grateful for my wonderful clients like you! Our house has always loved hosting people and this year is no different. We will have 13 people around our table this year filled with lots of great food thanks to Angie's cooking. We tend to use Angie's adopted grandma's china and we recently got some from my grandma as well. Do you have any fun traditions for Thanksgiving?

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Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you enjoy spending time with the people you love. I am grateful for my wonderful clients like you! Our house has always loved hosting people and this year is no different. We will have 13 people around our table this year filled with lots of great food thanks to Angie's cooking. We tend to use Angie's adopted grandma's china and we recently got some from my grandma as well. Do you have any fun traditions for Thanksgiving?

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Even though Kristi started with me on April Fools day 12.5 years ago, she’s certainly no joke! I love how she has become the go-to for our clients who often ask to speak with either Gene or Kristi. She keeps our team focused and organized and also happens to be a wicked good speller. I’m grateful today for Kristi and for the fact that I truly love coming to work everyday to be with my coworkers who are also my friends.

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Even though Kristi started with me on April Fools day 12.5 years ago, she’s certainly no joke! I love how she has become the go-to for our clients who often ask to speak with either Gene or Kristi. She keeps our team focused and organized and also happens to be a wicked good speller. I’m grateful today for Kristi and for the fact that I truly love coming to work everyday to be with my coworkers who are also my friends.

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What you need to know about legacy planning & how to get started

Why is legacy planning important? Because it gives you the chance to make a lasting impact—supporting the people and causes you care about, while staying in control over who receives what, when and how. Here are a few things to keep in mind as you begin. ↓

After years of hard work and dedication, building a legacy you can pass along might be one of your top priorities. With each passing year, you may be thinking...

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Today I'm thankful for changing taste buds! Strange, I know. Growing up we had a huge garden and Mom on occasion would make homemade tomato soup. I really didn't like it. By that I mean...I would sit for hours before eating the soup. At which point it was cold and tasted even worse to me as a 10 year old. Last week we were all feeling a cold coming on and with tomatoes from my garden ripening on the counter, I decided to make....homemade tomato soup! My recipe had basil and heavy whipping cream, but it did make me laugh and be grateful for "maturing" taste buds! Sorry Mom if you are reading this!

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Today I'm thankful for changing taste buds! Strange, I know. Growing up we had a huge garden and Mom on occasion would make homemade tomato soup. I really didn't like it. By that I mean...I would sit for hours before eating the soup. At which point it was cold and tasted even worse to me as a 10 year old. Last week we were all feeling a cold coming on and with tomatoes from my garden ripening on the counter, I decided to make....homemade tomato soup! My recipe had basil and heavy whipping cream, but it did make me laugh and be grateful for "maturing" taste buds! Sorry Mom if you are reading this!

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I'm grateful for the amazing people that make up the Trail Ridge associates. Erin Hummel is our Front Office Professional, and often the face our of office. Erin's smile is usually the first thing you see when you come to the office and cheery voice you'll hear when it's time to schedule or gather follow up info. Erin also adds the soundtrack to the office, sometimes it's classic rock (ask her about the 'Stones), sometimes it's Christmas (never too early to start for Erin)! Thank you for all you do!

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I'm grateful for the amazing people that make up the Trail Ridge associates. Erin Hummel is our Front Office Professional, and often the face our of office. Erin's smile is usually the first thing you see when you come to the office and cheery voice you'll hear when it's time to schedule or gather follow up info. Erin also adds the soundtrack to the office, sometimes it's classic rock (ask her about the 'Stones), sometimes it's Christmas (never too early to start for Erin)! Thank you for all you do!

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6 year-end financial tasks

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can distract us from other action items on our checklist. End the year on a strong note by refocusing on your finances. Take a look at these tasks to complete before Dec. 31.

As the year wraps up, take time to review your finances and set yourself up for success in the year ahead. Tackle the tasks before the deadlines hit.

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Happy Veterans day today - we have lots of clients that served and we are grateful for all of you and your service to our country to keep us all free. Special thanks to my Dad, Barry, who faithfully served a career with the United States Air Force and my late grandpa Ray who served with our Marine Corps.

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Happy Veterans day today - we have lots of clients that served and we are grateful for all of you and your service to our country to keep us all free. Special thanks to my Dad, Barry, who faithfully served a career with the United States Air Force and my late grandpa Ray who served with our Marine Corps.

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Fun night with the crew raising funds for Loveland Habitat for Humanity. The theme was Blue Jeans and Blueprints! If you want to join us next year, let me know!

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Fun night with the crew raising funds for Loveland Habitat for Humanity. The theme was Blue Jeans and Blueprints! If you want to join us next year, let me know!

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Top 7 charitable giving strategies: Maximizing tax benefits and impact

There are ways you can help maximize tax benefits when giving. Learn more about different charitable giving strategies and their tax advantages.

Looking to make a meaningful impact with your charitable giving while maximizing tax benefits? This guide explores different charitable giving strategies and...

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