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The Four Stages of Transition (part 1) By Renee A. Hanson, CFP®, CEP®, CDFA®, CFS®, ChFC®, APMA®
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don’t survive? These are normal thoughts during the anticipation stage. I repeat, normal. These thoughts do not to diminish the concern you have about your loved one’s health; rather they acknowledge the additional concerns of transition that you may feel. Recognizing this first stage of transition can help provide clarity around our own periods of transition and perhaps increase compassion for those around us experiencing life changes. Are you or someone you care about experiencing change? As a financial advisor, I can help. What I have discovered is that no matter the life changes or transition, the event generally leads to some contemplation around finances. Call me at 602.923.9800 for your complimentary initial consultation, where we can talk about your financial situation and concerns in detail.
ears of working with people experiencing change in their lives has revealed to me that most life transitions are of a personal nature, and that these events often have significant financial impact. This is because life transitions - health issues, new family members, divorce, death, and retirements - can create financial uncertainty. That uncertainty can trigger a transition response. I believe people experience Four Stages of Transition. While there isn’t a timeline for each stage, there are commonalities that provide an opportunity to apply time-tested tools to work through each stage. Today we will explore Stage 1 – Anticipation. The word anticipation is often associated with something exciting. However, it’s important to note that difficult events can also be THIS IS A PAID ADVERTISEMENT. experienced in this stage. If we change the word Renee Hanson CFP®, BFA™, CEP®, CDFA®, CFS®, Private to expectancy you can see where anticipation is Wealth Advisor, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® with Affinity really the expectancy of an action or an event. Wealth Advisory Group, a private wealth advisory practice of During anticipation we often try to forecast Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. located at 7010 E Chauncey Ln, Ste 200, Phoenix, AZ 58054. outcomes and what they mean to us. The views expressed here reflect the views of Renee A. Hanson A pregnancy can offer the excitement of a as of July 9, 2019. These views may change as market or other new bundle of joy, as well as reveal underlying conditions change. Actual investments or investment decisions concerns regarding the child’s health and made by Ameriprise Financial and its affiliates, whether for its own account or on behalf of clients, will not necessarily reflect the views potential cost of health care, education and the expressed. This information is not intended to provide investment potential cost of education, aptitude for athletics advice and does not account for individual investor circumstances. Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the and the potential cost of activities, etc. You get certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ the idea. and CFP (with flame design) in the U.S. The initial consultation provides an overview of financial The more difficult anticipatory periods are those planning concepts. You will not receive written analysis and/or without definite endings, such as health. When recommendations. faced with a family member’s health concerns Investment advisory products and services are made available our minds can shift to the what ifs. What if they through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., a registered investment Putting the needs of clients first is the approach I believe in.adviser. I’ll work with you to find need full-time care? What if this is prolonged Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Member the right financial solutions to help you plan for your unique goals. And together, we’ll FINRA and SIPC. and care is outside insurance? What if they © 2019 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved. track your progress over time, adjusting your plan along the way to help get you where you want to go. Renee A. Hanson CFP®, CEP®, CDFA®, CFS®, ChFC®, APMA® Private Wealth Advisor Affinity Wealth Advisory Group A private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.
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14 • August/September 2019 • SCOTTSDALE NORTH NEWS
LIBERTY STATION By Susie Timm Knife & Fork Media Group
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n 2007, I worked for a bank with headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri. Instead of an annual company “picnic,” this bank hosts a BBQ competition. My boss suggested I find a “ringer” in Arizona who could help us do well at this competition, so we could make a good impression as Arizona was a new market for this company. So, I packed up my business banker, my husband, and two legit BBQ dudes, and we set off for the Midwest. We smoked, we basted, we created perfect parsley beds, and we learned a ridiculous amount of info on minimal sleep in a very short weekend. The best part? We won the competition— and my ongoing obsession with good BBQ was born. To that end, I am ridiculously picky about BBQ. I critique it from an array of angles—meat quality, smoke rings, sauce or no sauce. Liberty Station Tavern opened a second location at DC Ranch late last year, and I have had the opportunity to try many of their menu items. In short, their BBQ is delicious. My favorite items on their meat menu (in order) are: brisket, ribs, pulled pork. They also smoke chicken wings that reside on the “shareables” menu that are worth a strong honorable mention.
Brisket: It’s tender without falling apart (and truly, fall-apart brisket means it’s over-cooked), has a nice smoke ring, and a very rich beefy flavor. It stands up without any sauce, which to me, is imperative. Hot Tip: Try it in the quesadilla starter or in the grilled cheese sandwich…thank me later.
St. Louis Spareribs: With a Kansas City style glaze, they have a nice tang, solid chew (again, not falling off the bone) and are meaty enough to satisfy any BBQ lover’s appetite.
Pulled Pork: I have tried with and without sauce—and undeniably, Liberty Station’s pulled pork is tasty. It works well in one of their signature entrees, the Smoked Pork Bucatini— and as a sandwich topped with Carolina (vinegar based) BBQ sauce and cheddar. Or if you’re a purist, enjoy it as part of the Tavern BBQ Plate. A few other menu items that are not BBQ per say, but deserve a lot of kudos include: • Green Chili Pork Stew which is braised pork shoulder with a lot of melty cheese and served with fresh tortillas (aka heaven). • Both burgers; the Tavern Burger and the Liberty Burger are both unique and scrumptious. • Grilled Salmon with an orange BBQ glaze, roasted potatoes and green beans - this entrée is perfect for a guest who may not love BBQ as much as you do. • And the Red Bird Fried Chicken - likely the best fried chicken in the state, this is smoked AND fried and truly, epic. The ambiance is cozy and welcoming, the cocktail program, wine list and beer options are plentiful, and the service is outstanding. You’ll catch owners Paul and Matt Keeler there many-a-night. Say hello and thank them for bringing quality smoked meats to Scottsdale North. All in all, Liberty Station hits all the marks for a neighborhood BBQ joint— even the ones set by this BBQ snob. scottsdalenorthnews.com
