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The 2022 "Great Resignation" prompted many local businesses to gain a better understanding as to why so many people were leaving their jobs and how to do a better job retaining... — Updated 4/26/2023

Tony Collins has been fascinated with construction since he was a kid. He remembers pounding plastic nails from his Little Tikes toolkit while helping his dad build a shed at his... — Updated 2/16/2023

In "Romeo and Juliet," Juliet complains that she knew too late about many things, including knowing Romeo. Don't be like Juliet. Get to know Romeo at Romeo's Pizza Kitchen in... — Updated 12/15/2022

We all know getting insurance can be overwhelming, right? But with more than 165 five-star reviews, Cornerstone Insurance Group is the company you might want to call when it comes... — Updated 11/21/2022

Coastal Community Bank has launched the Business Resources online Portal, created to help local businesses easily find help, resources, and tips wherever they are in their business... — Updated 11/7/2022

When a successful, five-person construction company wanted to take its operation to the next level, a move that would let it bid on larger projects and double its employee roster,... — Updated 10/20/2022

Rising interest rates have been a hot topic the past year, as the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) raises interest rates for the Federal Reserve system, the central bank of the... — Updated 9/8/2022

In December 2019, after working for some of the Pacific Northwest's largest corporations for 30 years, Rob Bingham's ears perked up when a business consultant mentioned Outdoor... — Updated 9/1/2022

While there is no denying that changes to your home can be an intense process, whether it means remodeling, alterations or repairs, Master Craftsman Tony Collins and his team at... — Updated 8/25/2022

Inflation in the Puget Sound region has spiked by 10.1% over the past year, with the price of gas rising 48.4% year-over-year. As people in Snohomish County look for ways to save... — Updated 8/18/2022

Every once in a while, you come across a small business in your community that is more than what you expect. Bims Laundry Café is one of those places. It is a friendly and... — Updated 8/11/2022

Managing a business and planning during an economic landscape of rising interest rates, inflation, and possible recession is challenging. Patrick Novack, VP, Relationship Manager... — Updated 8/8/2022

We've all felt the effects of the current labor shortage. But every cloud has a silver lining. There's never been an easier time to find a job! But in a sea of opportunities, how... — Updated 7/14/2022

As the owner of a small to medium-sized business, you likely know your product and client base inside and out. It's what's made your business successful, after all. It is also why y... — Updated 6/23/2022

Data breaches are becoming more and more common as hackers get more sophisticated. Your business can be exposed to a breach through a vendor or organization. For example, according... — Updated 6/2/2022

The pandemic has limited in-person interactions, including opportunities to meet new people and develop business relationships. With mask mandates changing, Snohomish County... — Updated 4/7/2022

Snohomish County business owners are feeling the effects of price increases. They are adjusting and planning for increased inflationary costs that are an inevitable part of the... — Updated 3/10/2022

Climbing rent prices, declining inventories, and low rates are creating an opportunity for business owners to consider the advantages of new construction. If your business has... — Updated 3/1/2022

There's nothing more daunting, yet more satisfying, than a home remodel done right. Renovating a dingy bathroom or outdated kitchen can turn a frown into a big smile, and a house... — Updated 1/13/2022 Full story

Thanks to its temperate, wet climate, the Great Northwest is known for its rich and colorful landscape. And a journey through Snohomish County neighborhoods reveals that many... — Updated 11/15/2021

The pandemic continues to create pain points for small and medium-sized businesses - including new challenges in hiring and retaining employees. Labor shortages are disrupting... — Updated 9/9/2021

Planning for rising costs, accessing working capital, and investing in technology upgrades are just some of the ways local companies are navigating an uncertain time. I'm not an... — Updated 8/12/2021

To say that Vern Woods is a “people person” may be an understatement, so it comes as no surprise that he is excited to see Edmonds opening back up for business after many months... — Updated 7/15/2021

As the world emerges from the shadow of the pandemic, many industries are finding unexpected challenges as they seek to return to a level of normalcy. A global semiconductor... — Updated 6/17/2021

In today's modern world, batteries have become ubiquitous – and indispensable. They're in our cars and trucks, of course. Also our remote controls. Our security systems, smoke... — Updated 8/26/2020