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2 The Calvert County Times Thursday, February 15, 2018
IN LOCAL
“I THINK WE HAVE TO THINK OF ANY POSSIBLE THING TO
GET PEOPLE’S ATTENTION TO SAVE LIVES.”
—SHERIFF MIKE EVANS ON ROAD SIGNS SHOWING THE PUBLIC THE HUMAN COST
OF THE OPIOID CRISIS
CONTENTS
LOCAL NEWS 3
COPS & COURTS 5 Cops & Courts
COMMUNITY6 Page 5
FEATURE9
EDUCATION11
CHURCH DIRECTORY 13
UNIQUE SHOPS 13
OBITUARIES17 Community
COMMUNITY CALENDAR 18 Page 6
SENIOR CALENDAR 19
LIBRARY CALENDAR 19
SPORTS20
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 21
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS 22
BUSINESS DIRECTORY 23
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6235 TROTTERS GLEN DR., HUGHESVILLE, MD 20637
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their Feb. 8 meeting. to $4.1 million in 2017.
The latest numbers show that town’s Council Member Randy Hummel said
assets exceeded its liabilities by a total the town’s recent changes in revenues
of $17.9 million, which is an increase by may be due in part due to a heavy in-
about one-half-million dollars in town crease in grant money the town received
coffers compared to the previous year. to improve a berm at 9th Street and Atlan-
“The town is ascendant, I believe,” tic Avenue designed to hold back flooding
said Mayor Mark Frazer on the financial for 2016.
report and growth projects as a whole “We’re basically operating in the
aimed at improving the town. black,” Hummel said. “We’re not getting
Though the town’s assets overall have into the reserves.”
improved there were decreases in rev-
enues in some places from 2016 to 2017. guyleonard@countytimes.net
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The portal’s customer-friendly search the shortest amount of time. Users will
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Sheriff’s Office into the Department of Animal Control officers work within our
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Public Safety building at 315 Stafford Road community to respond to calls for service
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in Barstow Friday, Feb. 16. The move is part regarding domestic animals and wildlife
license or permit.
of Calvert County Government’s reorgani- suspected of being rabid. The division edu-
“At DoIT, we take Governor Ho- —Office of the Governor
zation which began last July. cates the community about animal welfare
gan’s commitment to making sure that
In the restructure, the Animal Control Di- and safety, addresses violations of state law
Maryland is open for business to heart
vision was moved from the Sheriff’s Office and county ordinances, and patrols assigned
to the Department of Public Safety to better areas looking for problem or nuisance ani-
align animal services with the county’s new mals running at large.
Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter expected to For more information about the Calvert
open in Fall 2018. The new animal shelter County Animal Control Division, please
also reports to the Department of Public call 410-535-1600, ext. 2526, between 8:30
Safety. a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or call the Calvert Emer-
durkinsrealty.com “The Animal Control Division remains gency Communications at 410-535-3491 for
dedicated to ensuring the safety and protec- after-hours emergencies. Learn more by
Waterfront Estate in St. Mary’s City tion of animals,” said Chief Animal Control visiting online at the link provided below.
Seven Acres with 300 feet of frontage on Officer Craig Dichter. “We are confident
deep water, boathouse/pier. Main home the move will be a seamless one and opera- —Calvert County Government
with 4 BRs, 3 BAs, hardwood floors, tiled tions will continue as normal.”
The Sheriff’s Office will no longer
baths, full basement, 4 car detached issue pet licenses; citizens can pur-
garage. Propane generator, fenced yard. chase licenses from the Department of
Seperate Guest/Rental home with 3 BRs, Public Safety.
1.5 BAs. SM10132793 The mission of the Calvert County
Department of Public Safety Ani-
$799,500 • Call William Durkin mal Control Division is to fairly and
301-737-1133 • Bill@durkinsrealty.com humanely enforce the animal con-
trol laws, regulations and ordinances
Thursday, February 15, 2018 The Calvert County Times Cops & Courts 5
Vehicle Fire Ruled Arson ers will be held truly accountable. The
Repeat Sexual Predator Prevention Act
—Office of the Governor
There were no injuries reported; damage to the vehicle was estimated at ted the next day at about 6 p.m. at the
$7,000. Subway sandwich shop in Dunkirk; the robbery at the Dash-In located in Prince
Fire marshals say unknown suspects intentionally ignited flammable materials suspect had already fled by the time the Frederick occurring a little before 9 a.m.
inside the vehicle. police arrived as well. on Monday.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Southern Re- The suspect was described as a black The suspect, for whom police have not
gional Office at 443-550-6831. male being perhaps 20-to-25 years old provided a description, fled the scene be-
and standing between 5-feet, 8-inches to fore officers could arrive.
—Maryland State Fire Marshals 5-feet, 10-inches tall.
The latest incident was a strong-arm guyleonard@countytimes.net
6 In Our Community The Calvert County Times Thursday, February 15, 2018
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Ann Marie Sculpture Garden & Buffet, Snow Mobiles; and try out
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invites families to a wintery after- made possible with sponsorship sup-
c uation
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delight in this sensory experience
created to celebrate the season. Ac-
tivities will include Frozen Winter
and Cold Stone Creamery. Snacks
and ice cream will be available.
Drop in and escape the winter blues
Games and Challenges, in honor of with lots of fun for all! Members
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2018 the Winter Olympic Games happen- FREE; Non-members $5; Kids 1 &
Doors Open at 7:30 p.m. Show Starts at 8 p.m. ing in PyeongChang. Kids will love under FREE. For additional infor-
Huntingtown High School the pretend play at the Hibernation mation, visit www.annmariegarden.
Station with dress up and explor- org or call 410-326-4640.
4125 N. Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown
For more information contact the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse at 410-535-3733
atory areas. Face painting; and vis-
its with ice princesses will provide —Joanne Foltz, Ann Marie Gardens
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12 Education The Calvert County Times Thursday, February 15, 2018
First place team: Northern Middle School, Second place team: Leonardtown Middle Third place team: Milton Somers Middle School,
Calvert County School, St. Mary’s County Charles County
From left, coach Carole Butler, and team From left, coach Bernadette Scheetz, and From left, coach Jennifer Rowland, and team
members Kyle Page, Jack MacMillan, Mara team members Ben Dodge, Caleb Bryan, members Taylor Peterson, Emma Vanden Berg,
Durham, and Aidan Smyth. Mika Jones, and Damanjit Singh. Rachel Chernoff, and Will Alcorn.
Fourth place team: Windy Hill Middle Fifth place team: Plum Point Middle School, Ryan and Kyle, Countdown Holland and Emma, Sprint
Round and Target Rounds
School, Calvert County Calvert County In the individual competition,
Ryan Parker from Calvert
From left, coach Tracy Greenwell, and team From left, head coach Dorinda Rice, and team Middle School finished first in which is based on combined
members Bradley LeFever, Koy Greenwell, members Seth Hilton, Ian Hays, Mick Gullace, the countdown round and Kyle scores in the sprint and target
Addison Fortenbery, and Jasmine Simpson. and Emily Chan. Wojciechowski from Southern rounds, Holland Henderson-
Middle School placed second. Boyer from Spring Ridge
Middle School and Emma
Vanden Berg from Milton
Somers Middle School placed
second.
F & GA M E
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Guess Who?
I am a pop singer born in Barbados on February 20, 1988. I had
a tough childhood and sold clothes in a street stall with my
father. I started singing at age 7 and released my first album in
2005. My first hit was about a device that blocks the rain.
Kid'S Corner
18. Tables (Span.) 34. No (Scottish)
19. Decomposes 63. Ancient region south of Dead 36. Position of leadership
Sea
21. __ student: learns healing 37. Statement
23. Nursemaid CLUES DOWN 38. Raccoons belong to this genus
1. Used to pour beer
What’s the Difference?
24. Joke-teller 40. One who diagnoses
28. Male parent 2. Con game 43. True mosses
29. Group of countries (abbr.) 3. Skin disorder 45. Blood type There are four things different between Picture A and Picture B. Can you find them all?
30. “Rambling Rose” actor Lukas 4. Communists (slang) 48. Albanian
32. Midway between south and 5. Subjects to hostility 50. Emergency response notification
southwest 6. A major division of geological system
33. Cartoon Network (abbr.) time 51. College reservists
35. Peacock network 7. Hitting statistic (abbr.) 53. Away from wind
36. Principal ethnic group of China 8. British thermal unit 54. Tough outer layer
39. Made of fermented honey and 9. Influential envoy to Woodrow 55. Art __, around 1920
water Wilson
57. Born of
41. Exclamation of surprise 10. Fits on neck of animal
58. The greatest of all time
42. Evaluates skill or knowledge 12. Fertile soil
59. Georgia rockers
44. Stage in ecological succession 13. Type of battery
61. Natural logarithm
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The Calvert County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes
and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
was born in Washington, D.C., and at Westinghouse, writing instruction Carr and his best friend Dave Hydo,
married Russell in 1948. They moved manuals for missiles, before joining as well as many nieces, nephews and
to West Hyattsville, MD, where they Wilkerson and Associates Engineer- friends.
raised their family and she worked for ing Firm as a registered land surveyor.
several years in the guidance depart- He remained in this position until his
ment at Northwestern High School. recent illness. Wayne was
In 1972 they built a new home in The a voracious reader, espe-
Willows Colony, Chesapeake Beach, cially of scientific and reli-
Maryland, and Pat worked in the Cal- gious text and local history.
vert County Public School System un- He thoroughly enjoyed dis-
til she retired. She became a full-time cussing these topics with
volunteer for the Calvert County Lit- church and local groups
eracy Council and then was an active and family and friends. He
volunteer for the Chesapeake Railway was the “go to” person for
Museum and the Bayside History Mu- verification of facts and
seum.
In lieu of flowers contribu- details. Wayne was a kind
tions may be made in her name to Em- and generous man, step-
manuel United Methodist Church or ping up to help anyone in
the Calvert County Literacy Council. need, almost always anon-
Elementary School and graduated ymously. At the time of his
from Southern High School and the death he was again living
Wayne Wilkerson University of Maryland. Following
college, Wayne served in the Asian
in the house in which he
was born in Bristol, now
Wayne Wilkerson, 86, of Lothian
passed away peacefully February 7,
Pacific aboard the U.S.S. DD727, and
after four years of exemplary service
part of Lothian.
Wayne
is the beloved brother of
REMEMBRANCES
2018. He was born in Bristol, MD, in the Navy he was honorably dis- Jean Grimes, Nancy Buck IN PRINT & ONLINE
to Jacob and Opal Wilkerson, and charged after the Korean War. Wayne and the late Hugh Wilker-
was delivered at home by Dr. Emily was employed as a math teacher at son. He is also survived by
Wilson. Wayne attended Owensville Gwynn Park High School and worked a special friend Christine
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5:00 - 8:30 PM Racial Reconciliation Sunday a supportive, self-paced environment that improves
This major fundraising event features Cillian GoatToBeZen Yoga Class Bayside Baptist Church, 3009 Chesapeake communication and leadership skills.
Vallely, an uilleann piper, who will perform with Prosperity Acres, 811 Sunderland Ct, Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach
Southern Maryland’s Youth Orchestra and Choir, Sunderland 5:00 PM Tuesdays – Bingo
making an incredibly exciting, enjoyable and 10:00 -11:00 AM We must remember how far we have to go as North Beach Volunteer Fire Dept.
memorable event for everyone. The gala includes This class offers a great way for beginners to Americans Doors open 5:00 PM; Bingo starts 7:30 PM
a silent auction for another opportunity to support learn yoga basics. The uniqueness of the class offers to see the promise of racial justice realized. Re- $5000 jackpot. Admission $8/person. Food
SMYOC. Ticket prices include food. Cash bar avail- animal therapy by adding our loving/playful goats flections by Deacon Malcolm Funn as he introduces and drink available for purchase. Information
able. Get your tickets at www.smyoc.org. to the mix. For details call (443) 964-4972 or go to a special movie showing of “Hidden Figures.” 410- 301-855-0520.
prosperityacres.com. Purchase tickets through the 257-0712. www.baysidebaptist.com.
Annmarie After Hours link:
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Inspired by the likes of Yayoi Kusama, and the Holy Week in Word and Art
addition to Annmarie Sculpture Garden of a work Lore Oyster House Tours Presidents’ Day Middleham and St. Peter’s Episcopal Church,
by Taiwanese artist, Hung Yi, BIG FUN ART! has 14430 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons 10210 HG Trueman Rd., Lusby
a jovial and exuberant spirit. It’s all about the joy! 11:00 AM–12:00 PM. & 1:00–2:00 PM The Great Backyard Bird Count 6:00 - 7:00 PM
A casual adult evening of great art, wine & beer, Tours will highlight African American experi- Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons Lenten Series 2018 - “What Wondrous Love:
light hors d’oeuvres, and live music. No reservations ences at National Historic Landmark, J.C. Lore & 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Holy Week in Word and Art.” A video exploration
required! Free for members; $5 for non-members. Sons Oyster House. It is an off-site exhibit. In case Join us to count local birds along with the rest of of Holy Week through the masterpiece artwork of
Must be 21+ to attend. of inclement weather, the program will be held at the the nation; results are reported to Cornell University. renowned artist John August Swanson and explana-
Calvert Marine Museum. Visit www.calvetmarine- Check out a pair of binoculars from the Discovery tion of the Scriptural stories. All are welcome, you
Taco Dinner museum.com. Room to use in the Marsh Walk, where you may see do not need to be a parishioner.
American Legion Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake the first signs of our feathered friends as they return Also, Sundays, March 4, 11 & 18 at 2:00 PM.
Beach Rd, Chesapeake Beach Savor the Flavor: Chocolate to the Chesapeake. Free with museum admission.
5:30 - 7:00 PM Darnall’s Chance Museum, 14800 Governor
Informal dinner in the lower level dining room Oden Bowie Dr., Upper Marlboro, Md. 20772
1:00 - 4:00 PM
Zumba Gold-Toning Thursday, February 22
for a meal you won’t soon forget. $12 includes bev- Dunkirk Firehouse, Ward Rd., Dunkirk
erage. Questions? 410-257-9878. Public Welcome. Take a guided tour with our costumed interpret- 7:00 - 8:00 PM Little Minnows: Fascinating Fish!
www.ALpost206. ers of our 18th century house. Learn interesting facts A total body workout using light weights to Calvert Marine Museum,14200 Solomons Is-
about why chocolate was so popular in Colonial shake up those muscles. The class will focus on land Rd., Solomons
Ken and Brad Kolodner Quartet America. Visitors will get to taste hot chocolate and muscle conditioning, balance, range of motion and 10:00-11:00 AM
Calvert Marine Museum, Harms Gallery, chocolate tea made from authentic 1750s recipes. coordination in a party atmosphere. All fitness lev- For preschoolers ages 3-5. This program focuses
Solomons $8/person includes house tour, a cup of hot choco- els welcome. No experience necessary. Drop in $5. on one of the museum’s three themes and usually
7:00 - 9:00 PM late and chocolate tea as well as other delectable Concerns/questions call 301-520-2338. includes a story and craft activity.
This dynamic quartet includes Ken Kolodner on sweets. Advance registration highly recommended, Members are free; $5 for non-members.
hammer dulcimer and fiddle; clawhammer banjoist but walk-ins welcome. 301-952-8010.
Brad Kolodner represents the next generation of Old-
10th Year Polar Plunge
Tuesday, February 20 CSM Transfer Fair
Time musicians; Rachel Eddy’s multi-instrumental College of Southern Maryland, Prince Freder-
talents and soulful singing; and Ralph Gordon Vera’s White Sands Beach Club, Lusby Chair and Goat Yoga, Yoga with Goats ick Campus, Bldg. B, Multipurpose Rm., 115 J.W.
brings years of musical experience to the bass and 1:00 – 5:00 PM Prosperity Acres, 811 Sunderland Ct., Williams Road
cello. A Maritime Performance Series sponsored Music by Joel McGuire. Fundraiser event for Our Sunderland 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
by a matching grant from the MD State Arts Coun- Lady Star of the Sea School. Info: 410-586-1182. 11:00 AM -12:00 PM Students can meet representatives from a variety
cil Maryland Touring Grant. Tickets are $15 online, www.verasbeachclb.net. Chair yoga!!! For all ages, who want to enjoy of colleges and universities, explore college majors
$20 at the door. www.calvertmarinemuseum.com yoga and time with the goats but can’t exercise on and
the yoga mat. For details call 443-964-4972 or go degree programs and meet with CSM fac-
American Legion Member Meeting Sunday, February 18 to prosperityacres.com. Purchase tickets through ulty to help plan their next education step. Free.
American Legion Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake the link: 443-550-6026.
Beach Rd, Chesapeake Bach Frozen Day of Play www.eventbrite.com/e/new-chair-and-goat-yo-
7:00 - 8:00 PM Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, ga-class-tickets-42520051619. Gills Club Meeting
All members are encouraged to attend the regu- Solomons Calvert Marine Museum,14200 Solomons Is-
lar meeting in the Upper Level Meeting Hall at the 12:00 - 4:00 PM Summer Job Fair land Rd., Solomons
American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206. For A family day of play and creativity. Explore the Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon 5:30-7:30 pm
information call 410-257-9878 www.ALpost206. wonders of winter and ice through a variety of art Stinnett Ave., Chesapeake Beach A STEM-focused program from the Atlantic
org projects, pretend play, investigations, and more! 3:30 - 5:30 PM White Shark Conservancy (AWSC) with activities
From frosty face painting, to a frozen treasure hunt, Looking for summer or seasonal employment? designed for girls ages 7–12 interested in learning
Karaoke to guided winter walks, kids of all ages will delight Come dressed for success and ready to meet with more about sharks. Preregistration is required. 410-
American Legion Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake in this sensory seasonal experience. Cold Stone employers, get job seeking and job keeping tips and 326-2042, ext. 23.
Beach Rd, Chesapeake Beach Creamery will be here with yummy ice cream! be ready to land your dream job early. 410-257-2554 2018; February 22, 2018; March 15, 2018, and
8:00 – 12:00 PM Snacks and drinks will be available too. April 26, 2018.
A good time at the American Legion Stallings Steak Dinner
Williams Post 206 in the Lower Level Lounge. No Quarter Auction American Legion Post 206, 3330 Chesapeake Nutrients That Heal: Nutrition Workshop
cover charge. Public welcome. Questions? 410-257- American Legion Post 274, 11820 HG Trueman Beach Rd, Chesapeake Beach 110 Main St., Prince Frederick
9878. www.ALPost206.Org. Rd, Lusby 5:30 - 7:00 PM 6:00 – 7:00 PM
12:00 - 3:00 PM Particular about your Steak? Order it directly Nutrition Coach, Stacy Green of Barefoot Well-
The Fun Bunch & Friends Quarter Auctions host from the Grill-Master and you get what you order. ness, will discuss Dr. Tennant’ s book “Healing is
Saturday, February 17 this event to benefit United Way of Calvert County $15 includes sides, salad, beverage, and roll. Public Voltage.” Those with chronic conditions such as
and Erin Knowles’s run for 2018 Mardi Gras Queen. welcome. For information call 410-257-9878. www. pain, digestion inadequacy, low energy, thyroid con-
Beach Zumba Gold-Toning A fun afternoon of prizes! Win items for as little as ALpost206.org. ditions, etc. will benefit from this information. Free
Northeast Community Center, Chesapeake $0.25! Not sure how to play? We’ll show you how! and open to the public. 410-535-9850.
Beach Auction begins at 1:00 pm. Paddles are $3 each of 2 Zumba Toning
8:50 – 10:00 AM for $5. Info or reservations: 240-416-4224. Mt. Hope Community Ctr., 104 Pushaw Station TBT Zumba Gold-Toning
The Zumba party that you love at your own pace Rd., Sunderland Sunderland Elementary School, Sunderland
with a low intensity total body workout using light Winter Hike at Double Oak 7:00 - 8:00 PM 7:00 - 8:00 PM
weights. No fitness or dance experience necessary. North Side Trailhead/Double Oak Farm, 676 All fitness levels welcome. No experience neces- TBT—Throw Back Thursdays! If you love to
Concerns/questions contact Parks and Recreation at Double Oak Rd., Prince Frederick sary. Light weights are used for the entire class; thus dance, this is the fitness class for you. All fitness lev-
410-535-7080. 1:00 - 3:00 PM a slightly amplified workout. Concerns/questions or els welcome and no experience is necessary.
Bundle up and head out on the trail with ACLT’s want to know how you can try a class for FREE, call A total body workout using light weights to shake
2018 CBOCS 7th Anniversary Annual Guided Winter Hike! Our knowledgeable 410-535-7080. up those muscles.
Chesapeake Beach Town Hall American Chestnut Land Trust guides will take Questions call 410-535-7080.
9:30 – 11:30 AM Snow or Shine hikers, starting from the North Side Trailhead to the Twin Beach Toastmasters Club
Chesapeake Bay Overlook. Challenge level: Mod-
Thursday, February 15, 2018 The Calvert County Times Calendars 19
On
ly underway which are directed toward the SMHEC’s external to Maryland. The
Going
third building, an education and research facility being control rests locally.
constructed under the auspices of the USM. Independent gover-
The issue of the Research Center, currently partial- nance has also resulted in
ly funded and in the planning stages by the USM, is the provision of needed
essentially settled – and will hopefully prove to be a programs very efficiently.
valuable, if expensive, asset supporting both necessary While comparative num-
Southern Maryland economic diversity and the Navy’s bers are sometimes hard
In Entertainment
continued presence here. The absorption of the totality to extract from the huge
of the SMHEC into the mass of the USM however, is entity which is USM, es-
driven by only the apparent reluctance of the State of timates are that SMHEC
Maryland to recognize the value of such independent operating costs are on the FRANKIE SHEGOGUE & FRIENDS
Thursday, Feb 15 Rhythm & Blues
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and the absence of sufficient public dialog to effect a of USM-affiliated regional THE RYAN FORRESTER BAND 7:30 - 10:00 pM
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absorption of the SMHEC as a whole. ity for the administration Tuesday, Feb 20
USM represents fine institutions of higher educa- of SMHEC, currently a Friday, Feb 16
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INSURANCE.
There are insurance products out there that can
give you income and security for your principal. A
professional is required to advise you on all the prod-
ucts available to you. Do your due diligence and in-
terview professionals—unless they can explain how
the insurance products work, walk away. You want
someone who treats you with respect and is well ed-
ucated about insurance products and you and your
family.
INDEX FUNDS.
I like ‘em and so does everyone else. Keep it basic
By Lyn Striegel with index funds that track the major indexes. There
Contributing Writer are far too many hybrid index funds out there that are too risky. Forget the bells and
whistles—go for the basic indexes.
This is for all you procrastinators out there. You know who you are. It’s never
too early or too late to start a financial plan. Every year I prepare a list of financial
planning tips. In hopes of inspiring you to start a financial plan, here are 18 tips for BENEFICIARIES.
your 2018 financial plan: You need to check on what beneficiaries you have designated for your accounts,
retirement plans, insurance policies, etc. Make sure it isn’t the ex-spouse or deceased
parents. The latest dated beneficiary designation counts so keep these up to date.
STASH THE CASH.
The first step is to stash enough cash to give you breathing room if something
terrible happens like an illness or job loss. At least 6 months and probably a year’s REQUIRED DOCS.
worth of income will do it. You know I’m going to advise you to get your estate plan in order as a major part
of your financial plan. You need a Will or a Living Trust, a Power of Attorney and
a Living Will. Without these documents, you have no power to help your loved ones
PAY YOURSELF FIRST. in a medical emergency and the courts will decide the distribution of your assets.
If you own a small business, get yourself on the books too. It’s tempting to pay
everyone else before you, but by doing that you cheat yourself. Be kinder to you. GET YOUR CREDIT RATING AND KEEP UP WITH IT.
There are lots of free available tools to help you get your credit rating. Review
NO CREDIT CARDS ALLOWED. your credit report and question anything that is not clear to you. Submit corrections
Think about it—twenty percent interest on your purchases? This is a terrible drag to all three major credit reporting agencies and follow-up to make sure the correc-
on your finances. Pay off those credit cards with a plan. Then, keep one for emergen- tions have been implemented on your report. To re-build your credit, obtain a credit
cies but otherwise buy with cash. card, make a small monthly purchase and pay it off every month. Keep doing this for
a year. The results will show up as current on your credit report and raise your score.
MAX OUT THE 401(K).
If your employer has a 401(k) and you do not participate, shame on you. Especially CONFIDENCE.
if the employer will match your contributions—that’s free money to you. This is the hard part. Financial planning is not rocket science—anyone can do this
by following simple rules. HAVE CONFIDENCE.
GET IT ALL IN ONE PLACE.
If you can’t see it, you can’t manage it. Get all your investment accounts under one GET MORE EDUCATION.
roof with one statement a month. There are so many learning tools out there. Every major brokerage firm and
insurance company has tips for you on starting and maintaining a financial plan.
ALLOCATE, ALLOCATE, ALLOCATE. And, most reputable financial advisors are very willing to give you their time free of
This goes without saying, but unless you allocate your assets across cash, stocks charge to discuss financial planning. Take advantage of what is available to you and
and bonds, you will not succeed as an investor. I always recommend investors con- learn more. You can never get enough education.
sult a professional to allocate their assets—interview the professionals until you find
one that responds most to your concerns. BE PATIENT.
You will not achieve success by chasing the most current trend. Pick your invest-
LET IT RIDE. ments carefully, making sure to allocate and be patient about the results. If at any
Compound interest is your friend. The more you can reinvest your interest or time your investments decline more than 15%, review them with your advisor It may
dividends, the better. be time to get out of some of them. Your horizon should be long-term.
Striegel & Baddour is a law firm focused on Estate and Business Planning
NO NEWS IS GOOD NEWS. located in North Beach with appointment locations in Hollywood and Annapolis.
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SAVINGS ALONE IS NOT ENOUGH.
You’ve got to make investments to earn money on your money. Just keeping it in
the mattress will not help defeat inflation. With interest rates rising, you now have a
better chance of earning money on your investments.
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