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Category: Finance
City of Flagstaff announces new city billing portal
FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff will launch a new water payment and billing portal on Nov. 10, 2017. The move to the new portal is based on changes suggested by customers and will allow customers to access paperless statements, to…
Nov. 4 — Flagstaff FAF$A Workshop to be held at CCC 4th Street campus
By LAUNCH Flagstaff In partnership with LAUNCH Flagstaff, the Northern Arizona College Resource Center will be hosting a community wide FAFSA completion event at the 4th Street CCC Campus on November 4th. Filing the FAFSA is the first step to finding money for college.…
Oct. 28 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Retirement and Social Security’
Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be RETIREMENT and SOCIAL SECURITY. The conversation will center on preparing for retirement with special emphasis on Social Security, 401(k)s, IRAs and other retirement income sources. A list of items to…
Oct. 26 — Northern Arizona College Night to be held at Flagstaff High School
Financial Aid Workshop to be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18 at the FHS Career Center FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff High School will once again present the Northern Arizona Region College Night from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26 at…
Oct. 7 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘My Fraud Prevention Strategy’
Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be MY FRAUD PREVENTION STRATEGY. With the help of our guests, we will address common scams and fraud (including the Equifax breach), describe con artists’ tactics, and offer a fraud…
Sept. 30 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Finances in Order’
Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject for Saturday’s radio program will be FINANCES IN ORDER. We will have a conversation on budgeting, managing credit and debt, and saving and protecting assets. If you have not seen the video ad, here…
Sept. 23 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on UNCLE SAM
Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject for Saturday’s radio program will be UNCLE SAM. With the help of our guests, we will explain the different taxes we pay to the government, how this money is budgeted and spent, what is the…
Aug. 19 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Health: Let YOUR WILL Be Known’
Dear partner and friend, greetings! Our radio program tomorrow will be on HEALTH: let YOUR WILL be known. Our guests will explain the concepts of Power of Attorney, Living Wills, and Estate Planning. Having this conversation and making advanced directives is…
Coconino County announces job opportunities as of July 21
You can view the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities on the county’s jobs website HERE You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then clicking “Apply”. You may also subscribe to Job Alerts that will…
June 24 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘ Financial Security: from the womb to the tomb’
Dear partner and friend, greetings! (June 24th) radio program will be on Financial Security: from the womb to the tomb. If you have not seen the video ad, here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/aarparizonahispanicconnection/videos/440259599706281/. Join us by radio, website, or Facebook Live…
Truth in taxation hearing notice of tax increase
FLAGSTAFF — In compliance with section 42-17107, Arizona Revised statutes, the City of Flagstaff is notifying its property taxpayers of City of Flagstaff’s intention to raise its primary property taxes over last year’s level. The City of Flagstaff is proposing an…
April 29 — Mexican Consulate to hold Consulado Móvil in Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF — The Mexican Consulate in Phoenix will hold a Consulado Móvil from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 29 at Sinagua Middle School, 3950 E. Butler Ave., Flagstaff. The event will include information from an immigration attorney, information on…
Basic Business Empowerment entrepreneurship course continues through Nov. 22
FLAGSTAFF — The next Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) program, a classroom-based business development course, will begin at 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6, at the Coconino County Health and Community Services Building, 2625 N. King St., Flagstaff (1 block East of 4th St.,…
Coconino County Individual Development Account could help you realize your dream
COCONINO COUNTY — Want a new career, or to start and/or expand a home-based or other small business? If so, an Individual Development Account (IDA) may be for you. An IDA is a special match grant savings account for eligible participants…
CCC District Governing Board wants to expand job programs
FLAGSTAFF — The District Governing Board of Coconino Community College has plans to expand education and job training programs that lead to better jobs for local high school graduates, workers and veterans transitioning to civilian life. District Governing Board Chairwoman Patricia…
Basic Business Empowerment entrepreneurship course begins Sept. 6
FLAGSTAFF — The next Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) program, a classroom-based business development course, will begin at 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6, at the Coconino County Health and Community Services Building, 2625 N. King St., Flagstaff (1 block East of 4th St.,…
Summer job hunting season is almost here
From AmigosNAZ staff reports With March upon us it’s time to start thinking about the St. Patrick Day (March 17), the beginning of spring (March 20) and … the start in earnest of the search by youth for summer jobs.…
Festival of Dreams shows off new marketplace. Continues Feb. 22
Hover above for a larger image and description of the photo AmigosNAZ staff report FLAGSTAFF — Members of the Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños reported a steady stream of visitors and customers during the opening weekend of the new…
Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños to open on Feb. 20
Hover over image above to see a caption of the photo AmigosNAZ staff report FLAGSTAFF —The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff Inc. will hold its monthly Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños marketplace from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20…
Series of free income tax preparation sessions scheduled for Northern Arizona
By Frank X. Moraga /AmigosNAZ A series of free income tax preparation programs are scheduled for Northern Arizona through April. The sessions are presented by the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA), which generally offers free tax help to people who…
Finance / Finanzas: Medicare in Three Parts — Part A
By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona Medicare coverage consists of hospital insurance (Part A), medical insurance (Part B) and prescription drug insurance (Part D). This article will address Part A coverage, including hospital care, skilled nursing facility care,…
Coconino Community College to discuss future of education courses on Jan. 27
FLAGSTAFF —The District Governing Board of Coconino Community College will discuss the future of education courses at its next meeting from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27 at the Lone Tree Campus, Flagstaff, supporters of the institution’s education program stated in…
NAU President Cheng makes statement on governor’s budget proposal
FLAGSTAFF — Northern Arizona University recognizes the current fiscal condition of Arizona and understands that Gov. Ducey and the Legislature face difficult decisions in balancing the budget of our state, NAU President Rita Cheng reported in a media release on…
Finance / Finanzas: Medicare — Introduction
By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona This article offers an introduction to Medicare and is the first in a series of articles on this subject. What is Medicare: Medicare is a federal health insurance program for persons who are…
Commentary: Turning a dream into reality
By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ Wanted: Individuals wanting to turn their hobbies or dream into a thriving business. Requirements: Willing to take part in weekly small-business training sessions and willing to give time and effort to help other would-be…
Home / Casa: Attending open houses in Flagstaff
By Egle Rucci / Village Land Shoppe Inc. When you visit open houses in Flagstaff, you get a chance to see a home at your own pace. Viewing a home with your agent is helpful because you can ask questions…
Finance / Finanzas: 7 tips for keeping holiday budgets (and your holiday spirit) intact
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) “No one is so poor that he can’t give a smile, nor so rich that he doesn’t need it.” — Anonymous Holidays are exciting — family visits and special once-a-year meals, celebrating traditions together with…
Sunnyside Neighborhood Association to present Dream Marketplace / Mercado de Sueños new member informational meeting on Nov. 21
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff Inc. will hold a Dream Marketplace / Mercado de Sueños new-member meeting from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 21 at the East Flagstaff Community Library, 3000 N. Fourth St., Flagstaff. Visit…
Analysis: NAU helps fight student hunger
By Tony Salazar / AmigosNAZ intern Every year in America the price of higher education continues to rise at astronomical rates. This year alone for an incoming freshman at Northern Arizona University one can expect to pay about $25,000 as…
Finances / Finanzas: Social Security: Beneficiaries (breadwinner and dependents)
By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona In this article I will present a review of Social Security beneficiaries (the breadwinner and dependents) — who is eligible for what benefit, at what age, and the benefit amount.…
Commentary / Comentario: Full Circle to aid Dreamers
By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ Since its founding in 2013, Full Circle Trade and Thrift has awarded more than $150,000 to help creative, collaborative and results-oriented nonprofits in Flagstaff. Located at the corner of South Beaver Street and Phoenix…
Local / Locales
The Flagstaff City Council Candidate Forum will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6 at Little America, 2515 E. Butler Ave., Flagstaff. This is an opportunity to hear from the mayoral candidates and the city council candidates as to…
Finances / Finanzas: Social Security — Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona Another important benefit offered by Social Security is Supplemental Security Income, commonly known as “SSI”. SSI, though administered by the Social Security Administration, is not funded by Social Security taxes…
Finances / Finanzas: Social Security: Survivors benefits
By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona Many people might not know that Social Security offers Survivors Benefits. These benefits, which function as a kind of life insurance, can provide family income after the breadwinner dies as…
Finances / Finanzas: Social Security: Retirement benefits – Part 2
By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona In this article I will continue our conversation regarding retirement benefits, describing retiring at full retirement age and delaying retirement to a later age. We have stated that full retirement age ranges…
Finances / Finanzas: Social Security: Retirement benefits – Part 1
By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona Social Security provides several benefits, including retirement, disability and survivor benefits, among others. Regarding beneficiaries, some relatives of the eligible person (spouses, former spouses, children and even parents) could also…
Local / Locales
The City of Flagstaff has entered Stage 2 of Fire Restrictions, officials reported in a media release. As a result: No permits are issued for open burning within the City of Flagstaff; use of charcoal barbecue grills is prohibited throughout…
Finances / Finanzas: Social Security: What is it?
By David Parra / Associate state director — AARP Arizona The United States has two main retirement-related programs, namely Medicare and Social Security. The first provides access to medical care, while the second provides an economic benefit. This article will…
Finance / Finanzas: Don’t let Christmas dinner be a budget-buster
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Many people worry about the expenses of the holidays. Individuals who are already pinching pennies and putting as much toward gifts as possible may want to keep holiday entertaining costs low. It’s possible to do…
Finance / Finanzas: Things to consider before buying auto insurance
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Auto insurance is necessary for anyone who drives. Though some places allow motorists to drive without insurance, doing so is an unnecessary risk, one that could prove costly should an accident occur. When purchasing auto…
Finance / Finanzas: Home improvements eligible for tax breaks or rebates
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Homeowners often look to make improvements to their homes to improve aesthetics, save money or make their homes more energy efficient. What they may not know is that certain home improvements may qualify them for manufacturer…
Finance / Finanzas: Simple ways to improve fuel economy
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) The economy might be slowly recovering, but saving money is still foremost on the minds of many people. Men and women have looked to save money in a variety of ways, including at the gas…
Finance / Finanzas: Is a wedding loan for you?
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Engaged couples about to take a trip down the aisle are increasingly choosing to pay for the wedding themselves. Where it used to be tradition for the bride’s parents to handle the bill for the…
Finance / Finanzas: Live comfortably on a budget
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Seniors are one of the fastest-growing segments of the population, as medical advancements have increased life expectancies considerably. Many Baby Boomers have entered retirement age and are joining the ranks of other seniors on fixed…
Finance / Finanzas: Finding the right bank for personal banking
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) When searching for a bank to do their personal banking, many people find banks aren’t all that different from one another. Banks offer similar services, and many have similar rules and regulations with regards to…