Rich Ricci

Notice of Economic Development Advisory Committee

April 3, 2024

SPECIAL MEETING PURCELLVILLE, Va., April 3, 2024 — The Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) has called a special meeting for Monday, April 15, 2024 at 8:00AM.  This meeting will be held at the Purcellville Train Station located at 200 N. 21st Street, Purcellville. The purpose of this meeting is to have discussions with property owners of 21st Street…

Peregrine falcon chicks flying at Harpers Ferry National Park

June 3, 2022

For the second consecutive year, peregrine falcon chicks have successfully fledged and are learning to fly at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park (NHP), Maryland. Out of four hatchlings, three chicks survived the vulnerable nestling phase and have entered the fledgling phase after they developed feathers enabling them to fly. Monitoring program volunteers and park staff have…

Six steps toward your retirement goals

November 3, 2021

What should you consider today to help you move forward? You want retirement to be your chance to get out of the rat race and have time for the things you’ve always wanted to do. That’s great, but what exactly does that mean? Travelling? Volunteering? Spending time with family and friends? Starting a business? Simply…

Career Change Checklist: Are You Prepared?

October 6, 2021

If you’re considering a job or career change, it’s important to do some homework before you make the leap. Many benefits from your current position could be tied to specific dates and time frames. Gathering the right information can help you strategically time your exit and set yourself up for greater success. Consider these steps…

Four things to know about risk

August 22, 2021

Whether you’re already investing or are just thinking about it, you should understand risk and the role it can play in a portfolio. And although it may seem simple enough on the surface, risk can be one of the most difficult concepts to grasp – especially for new investors. To help clear things up, here…

Retiring single: 5 complexities to consider

June 30, 2021

Being single can bring a different set of challenges to planning for retirement. These five strategies can help. If you’re planning on retiring single, you aren’t alone. Nearly 22 million Americans age 65 and older were unmarried in 2019, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. This group makes up 41.5 percent of all people in the…

Understanding the complexities of Medicare

June 2, 2021

While they’re working, many Americans become accustomed to getting health insurance through their employer. They make their initial selections and then update their choices once a year when its time to renew and during life events like adding to the family or, perhaps, starting a new job.  But virtually all U.S. residents face a milestone…

Are you prepared for a financial emergency?

April 28, 2021

Preparing for a planned or unplanned life event during these challenging times may beg the question: “What’s the biggest threat to my financial stability?” Job loss likely comes to mind, perhaps followed by a serious illness or a natural disaster. But, lack of cash flow should make the list too. Consider cash flow and liquidity…

Going back to school: tips on how to pay for it

March 18, 2021

Going back to school can help you advance in your job, re-enter the workforce, or support a second act as you chart a completely new career. But what are the right strategies adults should keep in mind to help manage education expenses?  Here are some financial tips for going back to school as an adult:…

Five ways to help protect your family from fraud

February 20, 2021

From listening to music to ordering groceries, almost all aspects of our daily lives are connected to the Internet in some way. Nearly a third of Americans say they’re “almost constantly” online, with 81% using the Internet at least once a day.¹ But our always-connected nature can come with risks: The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint…