Is it time to change my accountant?

October 30, 2019

By Mitch Johnson
CPA and Longtime Liberty Lake Resident

In truth, the fact you are asking that question is the indicator that it’s time. I always tell people that if they are wondering whether to change their accountant, the right time was probably five years ago.

The reason is probably best summed up by a quote I have up in my office: “People do business with people because they choose to, not because they have to. We can always find others doing the same thing or selling the same product; it’s the personal connection that makes the difference.”

There are lots of people out there who know how to crunch numbers, but you want to connect with your accountant in a relationship of trust. It’s possible to have an accountant you would never even consider leaving. Why settle for anything less?

NOTE: A version of this article first appeared in the 2019 Liberty Lake Yearbook.

A more comfortable pregnancy for expecting moms

October 30, 2019

The team at Valley OBGYN has cared for thousands of expecting moms in 35 years serving the Liberty Lake and Spokane Valley communities. While no two pregnancies are the same, following are some basic tips to improve comfort from common issues from the doctors of Valley OBGYN.

Nausea: Get up slowly, and eat a few unsalted crackers before getting out of bed. More frequent, smaller meals help, as does drinking water with lemon slices.
Fatigue: Get regular exercise, take catnaps when you can, and — by all means — accept help from others.
Mood swings: Talk about your feelings with others, including other mothers. Limit sweets and caffeine while maintaining a healthy diet of regular meals.
Headaches: Fresh air, exercise, relaxation, rest — and repeat. Check with your health care provider before taking pain medications.
Heartburn: Smaller, lighter meals throughout the day helps, as does sleeping with your upper body raised 6 inches. Don’t lie down until two hours after you eat.
Constipation: Eat high-fiber foods, such as whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Drink lots of water and get regular exercise.
Breast care: Avoid alcohol or using harsh soaps, which cause excessive dryness. Wear nursing bras, as they provide extra support and can also be used after pregnancy if you choose to breastfeed.
Adequate sleep: Take a warm shower before bed, and sleep on a firm mattress. Position pillows to support arms, legs and belly, and lie on your side with one leg crossed over the other.

NOTE: A version of this article first appeared in the 2019 Liberty Lake Yearbook.

Fredrick offers track record as differentiator

October 30, 2019

Laurie and Eric Peterson admitted to being a bit intimidated when hiring their Realtor. They wanted the best, but they realized the home they were selling wasn’t a luxury, high-priced listing.

After all, their Realtor was Pam Fredrick with John L. Scott in Liberty Lake. She leads Liberty Lake, Spokane Valley and the surrounding area in exclusive marketing and sales of Luxury Homes and is consistently rated as one of Spokane’s “Top 10 Producers.”

“We were concerned that our listing would not get much attention due to the lower commission that the sale would produce,” the Petersons admitted. “Pam assured us she gave the same high-quality, personal service to all her clients, regardless of commission potential. Wow, was she right! Pam did an exemplary job of marketing and selling our home. The service we received was so prompt and personal it often felt as if we were Pam’s only clients.”

Pam’s approach is one of relationship building and walking her clients through each step of the home buying/selling process.

“In my opinion, a long track record of success is exactly what a buyer or seller should be looking for — not something they should be intimidated by,” she said. “Many factors influence the sale of your property; hiring an experienced, dedicated and hardworking Realtor is the most important. I continually provide the best possible marketing and customer service to ensure your property gets the attention it deserves.”

In my opinion, a long track record of success is exactly what a buyer or seller should be looking for — not something they should be intimidated by.
Realtor Pam Fredrick

Fredrick has lived in the area for more than 30 years and worked as a Realtor for 21 years. She has successfully earned the “Realtor Excellence Award” for the past 15 years and is a member of the 17 Million Dollar Club. She has also earned the Prestigious Top 1% Designation, and the “Presidential Elite” Award from John L. Scott consecutively for the last 16 years. The Spokane Association of Realtors has awarded her with the exclusive membership in the Residential Top 10 for the years 2003-2018. Currently, Fredrick is ranked as the No. 1 listing and selling agent in Liberty Lake and Spokane Valley and is top 5 in Spokane County for residential re-sale.

NOTE: A version of this article first appeared in the 2019 Liberty Lake Yearbook.

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