Boerne Business Monthly – July 2019

Volume 12, Issue 01: July 2019

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publisher's note Guess what?! This July issue of Boerne Business Monthly marks the beginning of our 12th year!

Wow! I can hardly believe that it has been 12 years already!

As I think back to all the past issues, the hundreds of local businesses that we have featured and all of the stories we have told it makes me smile. What a fun job I have and what a great community to call home.

This issue we feature Ideal Health of Boerne.

Owner and health coach, Traci Brown, and I met and I decided to jump on board to lose a few pounds. I can honestly say that the program works and I am happy to share this great local business with Boerne. Turn to page 16 to learn all about Ideal Health of Boerne and the

Ideal Protein Protocol. If you are wanting to shed some pounds and learn how to keep the weight off and live a healthier lifestyle, I encourage you to give Traci a call!

As always, we have lots of exciting local news and information in this issue and a full Calendar of Events for fun things to do the entire month of July! Also in this issue, Allyson Munsell of Edward Jones shares with us why you may need to seek the advice of a financial advisor after major life events, Austin Lee of ADKF fills us in on some important tax matters to consider if you are buying or selling a home, and so much more!

I hope everyone’s July is full of fun! Have a great summer!

Lauren Stumberg Publisher

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GVTC Announces New Board Members, Member Program Increases, and President’s Award Recipient at Annual Meeting Texas Ranks 10th Most-Fun State in the U.S.

Ideal Health Boerne: Start Your Transformation Now photos by Ron Pritchett

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Get Social: Fun Social Media Post Ideas for July People on the Move

by Austin Lee, CPA – ADKF

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(830) 428-3022

www.aerialyogaboerne.com Specializing in all styles of Yoga classes!

We have classes for every BODY!

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Covenant Completes Acquisition of Eggerss Capital Management

GVTC Member Dividend Program Increases Dividend for 2019

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Can Lead You to See a Financial Advisor Over the years, you’ll experience many personal and professional milestones. Each of these can be satisfying, but they may also bring challenges – especially financial ones. That’s why you may want to seek the guidance of a financial professional. Here are some of the key life events you may encounter, along with the help a financial advisor can provide:

Should you move it to your new employer’s plan, if transfers are allowed? Or, if permitted, should you keep the assets in your old employer’s plan? Or perhaps you should roll over the money into an IRA? A financial advisor can help you explore these options to determine which one is most appropriate for your needs.

New job

When you start a new job, especially if it’s your first “career-type” one, you may find that you have several questions about planning for your financial future, including your retirement. You may have questions about how much you should contribute to your employer-sponsored retirement plan. What investments should you choose? When should you increase your contributions or adjust your investment mix? A financial advisor can recommend an investment strategy that’s appropriate for your goals, risk tolerance and time horizon.

Death of a spouse Obviously, the death of a spouse is a huge emotional blow, but it does not have to be a financial one – especially if you’ve prepared by having the correct beneficiary named on retirement accounts and life insurance policies. Your financial advisor can help ensure you have taken these steps.

Retirement Marriage Newlyweds often discover they bring different financial habits to a marriage. For example, one spouse may be more of a saver, while the other is more prone to spending. And this holds true for investment styles – one spouse might be more risk-averse, while the other is more aggressive. A financial advisor can help recommend ways for you and your spouse to find some common ground in your saving and investment strategies, enabling you to move forward toward your mutual goals.

New child When you have a child, you will need to consider a variety of financial issues. Will you be able to help the child someday go to college? And what might happen to your child, or children, if you were no longer around? A financial advisor can present you with some college-savings options, such as an education savings plan, as well as ways to protect your family, such as life insurance.

Career change You may change jobs several times, and each time you do, you’ll need to make some choices about your employer-sponsored retirement plan.

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Even after you retire, you’ll have some important investment decisions to make. For one thing, you’ll need to establish a suitable withdrawal strategy so you don’t deplete your retirement accounts too soon. Also, you still need to balance your investment mix in a way that provides at least enough growth potential to keep you ahead of inflation. Again, a financial advisor can help you in these areas.

No matter where you are on your journey through life, you will need to address important financial and investment questions, but you don’t have to go it alone – a financial professional can help you find the answers you need. BBM

Allyson Munsell is a financial advisor for Edward Jones.

830.249.2748 | www.edwardjones.com 1011 S. Main Street, Boerne, Texas 78006

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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GVTC Announces New Board Members, Member Program Increases, and President’s Award Recipient at Annual Meeting

Held at the New Braunfels Civic Convention Center, GVTC’s Annual Meeting gave a round of applause to its new and returning members elected to the Board of Directors, recognized the 2019 President’s Award recipient, and announced increases for both Capital Credits and Member Dividends for GVTC members.

On the ballot this year, five positions on the GVTC Board of Directors were open for election. GVTC members voted via direct mail or online, and the convenience of the process showed with voter participation growing over 60% from the previous year!

Four of the five elected members to the GVTC Board of Directors included incumbents who have served GVTC well. Among them are Charles (Chuck) Knibbe to serve as Chairman of the Board and Director of District II, Position 1, David Esser of District III, Position 3, Alan Buxkemper of District IV, Position 2, and Susan Bogle of District IV, Position 1.

GVTC also welcomed its newest member to the Board of Directors, Scott Kramer, who will serve as Director of District III, Position 4 and replace longtime board member, J.B.

Lester, who retired after faithfully serving on the GVTC Board of Directors since 1961.

GVTC also recognized its 2019 President’s Award. This honor is awarded annually to an employee or teams of employees who have made the most outstanding innovations or improvements at GVTC. The 2019 recipient, Financial Analyst Mike Ferriera, demonstrated superior expertise amidst the development of GVTC’s Member Dividend Program. He developed the financial model that allowed GVTC to predict how much would be paid out in dividends. His forecast was so precise that it was 99.9% accurate on a total member dividend payout of $9.7 million in 2018. This is particularly impressive as the Member Dividend Program was the first of its kind in the industry, and Mike had no historical data to assist in his analysis. Mike’s innovation, dedication, teamwork and unrelenting pursuit of excellence have set a new standard at GVTC. GVTC also announced increases to two highly successful programs that benefit GVTC members. Due to the success seen in 2018 from their loyal customers, the GVTC Board of Directors approved increasing the Member Dividend Program distributions from $9.7 million in 2018 to $10.7 million beginning July 1, 2019, and increasing Capital Credit distributions from $6 million in 2018 to $7 million in 2019. That’s a $1 million increase for each program!

Overall, the GVTC 2019 Annual Meeting brought exciting news for what’s to come for GVTC and its members. GVTC’s mission is to ensure the long-term viability of the company by providing the best value in communication services and enhancing the quality of life in their communities. The Board of Directors, management team, and over 200 employees continue their commitment to fulfill this mission every day.

Ron Warden

Allyson Munsell

1580 S. Main Street, Ste. 104 Boerne, Texas 78006 830-249-8286

1011 S Main Street Boerne, Texas 78006 830-249-2748

Financial Advisor

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GVTC’s new and returning members elected to the Board of Directors

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Financial Advisor

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GVTC’s wholesale carrier transport network delivers Ethernet data delivery between San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, and Houston, with access to remote Texas markets. The company’s philanthropic arm, The GVTC Foundation, is celebrating more than a decade of charitable giving. With more than $3.3 million in contributions throughout GVTC’s service area. BBM

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LOSING WEIGHT

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SIMPLE.

FOLLOW THE

PROTOCOL. Book your appointment today to meet with Traci Brown, trained Ideal Protein Coach, and begin your journey!

Ideal Health BOERNE

Located Inside of Boerne Family Medicine 112 Herff Rd - Ste 110 (830) 331-8585 ext. 5009

traci@idealhealthboerne.com Traci Before & After Ideal Protein

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Texas is the tenth-most fun state in the nation, according to a WalletHub study.

The Lone Star State ranked ninth in nightlife and tenth in entertainment and recreation. It was fifth in most fitness centers per capita.

Texas tied for first with California, Florida, and New York for most restaurants per capita. It also tied for the top spot with California​and New York for most movie theaters per capita.

However, Texas has the fifth-worst access to national parks.

The rest of the top ten are California, Florida, New York, Washington, Colorado, Nevada, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, and Oregon.

Texas fell three spots from seventh in 2018. For more about what attractions the state has to offer, check out a Real Estate Center Mixed-Use blog about last year's rankings. BBM ​​ Information courtesy of WalletHub and Real Estate Center Online News

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

EACH SATURDAY IN JULY FARMERS MARKET AT THE CIBOLO 9:00am to 1:00pm | Herff Farm 33 Herff Road – Boerne Shop fresh local produce, farm fresh eggs, breads, jams, jellies, local honey and Texas Hill Country arts and crafts at the historic Herff Farm at the Cibolo Nature Center in Boerne. Enjoy free live music, gardening classes, cooking demonstrations and children’s craft activities, too.This popular Texas Hill Country outdoors farmers market will be open to the public every Saturday from March 2nd through November.

put on by the Boerne Fire Department.

Fireworks can be seen from multiple spots throughout the City.

JULY 4 HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!

JULY 6 FIFTH EVER BOERNE BREWERY BEER MILE 9:00 am | Boerne Brewery 9 Hill View Lane – Boerne 4 Beers + 4 Quarter Miles = 1 Great Time! The race starts at 9AM! Please arrive by 8:30AM whether participating or coming out to laugh at the participants. Clock Starts. Drink a beer, run 1/4 Mile. Repeat 3 more times. All beer must be consumed at the beer table. No beer should be left on the race course! Online Registration $30, Day-Of Registration $40

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Hot Rod Saturday Nights are reminiscent of Old Fashioned Americana Street Parties...A gathering place for old and new friends.The Ricky Adams Band takes the stage (classic rock and classic country)! Dates are subject to change due to weather.

CONCERT IN THE CAVE - TERRI HENDRIX WITH LLOYD MAINES 7:30pm | Cave Without A Name 325 Kreutzberg Rd. – Boerne Two Texan stars plus cave acoustics promises to be a most memorable evening of great entertainment.

Terri Hendrix is a classically-trained singer, Grammy Award winning songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist from San Marcos. She performs Americana, folk, pop, country, blues, and jazz. Lloyd Maines is a Grammy Award Winning producer, session player, musician, and Austin City Limits Hall of Fame member. Advance until 5pm day of show - $30; At the Door - $35 continued on page 20

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of Ideal Health Boerne, “Dieting shouldn’t go on forever. Our Protocol is a short-term plan with a beginning, middle and end. Your weight loss will unfold in four phases, Phase 1 and 2 focus on weight loss, while Phases 3 and 4 concentrate on increasing your knowledge of better lifestyle choices and smarter eating habits so you are better able to sustain a stable, balanced weight after dieting.”

Brown knows the program works. She began Ideal Protein in 2015 as a dieter where she lost 85 pounds. She then became a coach in 2016 where she worked in another clinic for two years until she decided to collaborate with Dr. Ben Stahl and Boerne Family Medicine and open her own clinic at the beginning of 2019.

“What’s most exciting to me • Doctor derived, weight loss about the Ideal Health Protocol protocol is not just the weight loss,” said Brown. “I love being able to see • A wide variety and texture of my clients get their lives back! I Spicy, Sweet and Salty gourmet have a passion for seeing people foods get healthy and start to participate in their lives again.”

• Gimmick free weight loss program When Brown approached • Over 10 years of success Dr. Ben Stahl about collaborat• Dieters learn how to stabilize ing on Ideal Health Boerne, he was excited about the opportutheir weight after dieting nity. “As a physician, I talk about weight loss with 60-70% of my patients as there are so many weight related illnesses such as high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis, sleep apnea and the list goes on. With so many different weight loss plans out there people generally see initial success, but then gain the weight back. What I like about Ideal Protein is that it is a structured program with accountability through a health coach.

This is an invaluable resource for when people are struggling and dealing with different

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Dieting isn’t easy. It’s hard to lose weight, and even harder to keep it off. It seems like there are countless diets and weight loss plans out there, but how do you know what will work or which one is right for you? Ideal Health of Boerne knows all too well the struggles that come with weight loss, but here is the good news – through the Ideal Protein Protocol they can guide dieters on a structured plan that can put an end to constant dieting!

According to Traci Brown, owner and head coach

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stressors in life. Then once the weight loss goal has been met, the health coach gives the clients the tools needed to transition to weight maintenance,” said Stahl.

Not wanting to recommend something to his patients that he hadn’t tried and having a few pounds to lose himself, Dr. Stahl enrolled in the program and lost 25 pounds. “I decided to do the program to know what my clients would go through and what they would experience so I could be sure that it was something that I was comfortable recommending to them,” he said. “Giving my patients access to good, weight related counseling has been hard up until now. It is nice knowing that I have a trusted source to direct my patients to. Traci is so knowledgeable and motivational that we have been seeing great results not only in weight loss, but in the patients’ outlook and

how they feel.”

According to Brown, “When I started my weight loss journey through Ideal Protein, I was able to come off a number of medications and I saw my health drastically improve! I have seen clients come off of medications, have symptoms of diseases subside and so many more amazing health benefits.”

Ideal Health Boerne is an authorized Ideal Protein Weight Loss clinic. The Ideal Protein Protocol is a weight and lifestyle management protocol medically developed and based on validated science for safe weight loss.

According to Brown, “The body has three sources of energy to draw from to meet its metabolic needs: carbohydrates, protein and fat. The body will first draw on its carbohydrate reserve before it turns to protein and fat. During continued on page 18

pictured: Dr. Ben Stahl and Traci Brown

Boerne Family Medicine exists to build healthier lives through compassionate and exceptional family medical care.

They care for everyone from birth to senior adults in the Boerne community. While this type of health care across generations is the hallmark that distinguishes family practitioners, it’s the driving passion of the team at Boerne Family Medicine.

They value providing the type of individualized attention that’s only possible when they’ve cared for you over the years.

Boerne Family Medicine strives to be the “medical home” for your family – a safe environment where you can expect to receive a thorough assessment and a personalized treatment strategy based on the most current medical evidence. You’re considered a true partner with the medical team, whose ultimate goal is to empower you to make the best possible decisions when it comes to optimizing the health of your and your family’s health.

You can count on receiving comprehensive care at Boerne Family Medicine because they don’t use the term “comprehensive” loosely. They diagnose and treat the full range of health issues, from preventive care during annual physicals to same-day urgent care conditions. They support you through long-term management of chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes, and high blood pressure.You can also turn to them for treatment and support when you need help with mental health conditions like depression and anxiety.

You’ll find a warm welcome and a dedicated team that truly cares for your wellbeing at Boerne Family Medicine.

Boerne Family Medicine recently moved its practice to the brand new, beautiful SoBo Medical Building at 112 Herff Road, Ste 110 in Boerne. According to Dr. Ben Stahl, “When the building was being planned, the developers reached out to us because they wanted a primary care clinic in the building.

We were excited to be able to invest in the building, as well as to be able to collaborate with the other medical clinics and the surgical center in the SoBo Medical Building. It is a great location and a beautiful space that we are happy to be able to offer to our patients.”

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the weight loss phases of the Protocol, we limit carbohydrate intake to encourage the body to turn to its fat reserves while preserving lean muscle.

By eating protein foods, the Protocol helps to support muscle mass and teaches you how to develop smarter eating habits and lifestyle choices.”

The centerpiece of the Ideal Protein Protocol is a variety of delicious foods that are easy to prepare and available in a variety of textures, tastes and flavors.

“Whether you prefer sweet, salty, savory, crunchy, hot or cold, there is a choice that will satisfy everyone,” added Traci. During the weight loss phase, your meals will consist of three Ideal Protein packets per day, vegetables, unlimited lettuce and one meal of your choice that includes eight ounces of lean protein and two cups of vegetables.

Constantly striving to make the Protocol easier

Traci Before & After Ideal Protein

for her clients to maintain, Brown has even worked with local restaurant, The Dienger Trading Co., to develop four menu items that are compliant with Phase 1 of the Ideal Protein Protocol. “The amazing staff at the Dienger has graciously taken our Phase 1 sheet and created delicious dishes that will allow our dieters to meet up with friends and family for a meal and stay on plan!”

Once your body is ready to take the next step to better well being, it’s Just a few of the many dieters that are seeing up to you to maintain that great success at Ideal Health Boerne! focus…but you won’t be alone. As an Ideal Protein dieter, your weight loss is carefully supervised by your personal weight loss coach. This one-on-one guidance empowers you with the knowledge and essential nutritional education you need to make smarter lifestyle changes that will help you maintain a stable weight after dieting. After Ideal Protein you’ll have learned how to enjoy the foods you love without the guilt. BBM IF IT IS TIME TO HIT YOUR WEIGHT LOSS RESET BUTTON, CHECK OUT

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112 Herff Rd., Ste. 200 – Boerne, Surgery Center of Boerne focuses on offering a high quality, service oriented environment for your surgical procedure.Their mission is to care for every patient and their family as if they were their own.

GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR WILD ARROW RANCH 1:30 pm | Wild Arrow Ranch 10 Manning St. – Waring Wild Arrow Ranch is a family-friendly bed & breakfast and event venue located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country.

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JULY 10 LINEAGE AND LEMONADE 7:00pm | FAMILY HISTORY PLACE 114 E. Blanco – Boerne In partnership with the Kendall County Genealogical Society, the library is hosting genealogy nights on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm. Stop by and let them help you find your family story!

JULY 11 GBCC BOERNE AFTER 5 MIXER: PRESENTED BY FAIR OAKS RANCH GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 5:00pm to 7:00 pm | Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club 7900 Fair Oaks Parkway – Fair Oaks Ranch JULY 12 MOVIE IN THE PARK - MOVIE DATE WITH REX: ”HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON HIDDEN WORLD” 7:00pm to 10:30pm | City Lake Park Pavilion 1 City Lake Rd. – Boerne Grab a blanket or lawn chair and come on down to Main Plaza for an outdoor movie.

JULY 12-27 BOERNE COMMUNITY THEATRE: AN EVENING OF CULTURE Co-produced by Ron Warden of Edward Jones Investments Boerne Community Theatre 907 E. Blanco Road – Boerne Friday and Saturday - 8:00pm; Sunday - 2:30pm Matinee The Boerne Community Theatre proudly brings live musicals and play to life with an enthralling season each year! They proudly present "An Evening of Culture", a witty comedy, in the month of July. www.boernetheatre.org JULY 13 KUHLMANN – KING MUSEUM TOUR 12:00pm to 3:00pm | 402 E. Blanco – Boerne Cost: Free Located behind Boerne City Hall the KuhlmannKing house gives the public the opportunity to step back in time to see what a historic Boerne home looked like “way back when”. Open every Second Saturday of each month from 12pm-3pm.

Please email to schedule a personalized tour.

(830) 331-1033, bahps@mail.com STREAM SATURDAY 10:30am to 11:30am | Patrick Heath Public Library Youth Activity Room 451 N. Main St. – Boerne Science,Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, Math Calling all scientists! Exciting hands-on experiments, art, literature and MORE! SECOND SATURDAY AUTHOR SIGNING 11:00am to 1:00pm | Patrick Heath Public Library

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451 N. Main St. – Boerne The Second Saturday Author for July is author Bette J. Lafferty. She will be in the library's lobby to sign copies of her poetry book, "An Offering of Love," Bette J. Lafferty is a member of the Boerne Beat Poetry Group that meets in the library each month. Please stop by to meet the author!

SECOND SATURDAY BLUEGRASS JAM 1:00pm to 3:00pm | The Agricultural Museum 102 City Park Road – Boerne Every second Saturday of the month, bring your instrument and play along, or just come to listen to the Bluegrass Jam at The AgriCultural! (Formerly the Agricultural Heritage Museum) This event is free and open to the public.

SECOND SATURDAY ART BEAT

4:00pm to 8:00pm | Throughout Boerne Take a walk on the art side every second Saturday of the month. Look for the flashy banners displayed throughout Boerne.

MOONDANCE CONCERT SERIES 7:00pm | Cibolo Nature Center 140 City Park Road – Boerne BYOB, chair, and picnic for a concert beneath the Texas stars! $15 Adults Non-Members; $10 Members; $5 Students; Under 12 Free!

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JULY 14 CACTUS PEAR MUSIC FESTIVAL PROGRAM I: INTO THE TWILIGHT 3:00pm | First United Methodist Church 205 James Street – Boerne Head to the First United Methodist Church of Boerne for the 23rd Season of the Cactus Pear Music Festival. CPMF.us for More Info!

JULY 16 WORKSHOP: COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE Presented by Texas Business Buyers 8:30am to 9:30 am | Boerne Chamber of Commerce Boardroom 121 S. Main St. – Boerne Registration is $5 and includes breakfast!

GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR CBD AMERICAN SHAMAN BOERNE HILL COUNTRY 11:30 am | 31007 IH-10 W, Ste. 108 – Boerne Find all of your hemp-based edibles, tinctures, ointments and more.

JULY 16 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR BROADSHIELD CUSTOM HOMES 1:30 pm | 10008 Johns Rd. – Boerne Broadshield Custom Homes takes pride in being a Texas green builder and experts in rural construction.They offer construction solutions for clients who are interested in custom homes, metal buildings, horse ranches, barndominiums, and insurance reconstruction.

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ABENDKONZERTE - BOERNE VILLAGE BAND 7:30pm to 9:30pm | Main Plaza Park 100 N. Main St. – Boerne Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy an evening of oompah music.

JULY 17 LINEAGE AND LEMONADE 7:00pm | FAMILY HISTORY PLACE 114 E. Blanco – Boerne In partnership with the Kendall County Genealogical Society, the library is hosting genealogy nights on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm. Stop by and let them help you find your family story!

JULY 18 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR YELLOW ROSE STAGING 11:30 am | 40 Mariposa East in the Miralomas subdivision.

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NEW LISTING TOOLS SELL HOMES FASTER! AWARD WINNERS!

QUESTIONS AND FILL IN THE BLANKS Pose a season specific question to your followers such as “What do you like best: Beach or Lake?” or “My favorite summer activity is_______.” and let them start the conversation.

PICTURE POSTS AND CONTESTS Ask your followers to share a photo that screams summer, their best vacation pic or even a snap of their go-to ice-cold treat!

SHARK WEEK Starting Sunday, July 28th, Shark Week gets everyone in a frenzy for all things shark!

This fun week has been heavily promoted on social media in the past so think of ways that your business can get involved this year. Promote it on social media and encourage your followers to stop by your business for fun shark themed treats or Shark Week Specials JULY IS NATIONAL ICE CREAM MONTH Create fun social media posts asking followers to tell you what their favorite ice cream flavor or treat is? Which local business has the best ice cream? Or even host an ice cream social to get people to stop by your business! The official National Ice Cream Day is the third Sunday in July.

GET CREATIVE WITH BIZARRE HOLIDAYS A quick Google search will tell you all you want to know about the many random holidays that each month holds. Think of fun ways to get creative with these special days and get your customers interacting with you.

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BE PATRIOTIC Even though Independence Day is on July 4th, the entire month of July has a patriotic feel. Ask your social media followers how they express their patriotism, post special patriotic quotes or sayings and celebrate America!

SHARE A YUMMY RECIPE Summer is full of backyard barbecues, help your social media followers out by sharing a quick and easy recipe they can take to their next party! Invite followers to tag a friend that they think would like the recipe – this will help share your brand with others who might not already follow you.

POST YOUR SUMMER ADVENTURES Whether it is pictures from your own vacation, a fun summer day trip, or dining at your favorite outdoor restaurant, posts like these help customers feel like they are getting to know you.

These are just a few fun ideas to get your social media platforms lighting up! There are countless ways to interact with your followers this summer. Try to be creative and when possible, tie the posts in with your brand! BBM

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by Austin Lee, CPA, Senior Tax Accountant – ADKF

Diving in the lake; floating the river; cooling off with a snow cone on a park bench; laying under the stars while listening to the cicada’s tune; this is summer in Texas. In one of the fastest growing regions in the country, summer also means people are on the move! Whether you are welcoming others to the Hill Country or saying “Happy Trails” on your way out, there are some important tax matters to consider when buying and selling your home.

GOODBYE TO HOME SWEET HOME! The sale of your principal residence can be considered a tax-free transaction under IRS code section 121. You read that right, TAX-FREE. This code section allows you to exclude up to $500,000 of the gain on the sale of your home for those that file married-filing-jointly and $250,000 for those that file single, if the following rules are met: • Property has been owned and used as your principal residence for at least two of the five years preceding the sale date.

Note that the two years do NOT have to be contiguous.

• The exclusion is available once every two years (so before you start your house-flipping dreams, be cautious of the timing!)

• When taking the $500,000 gain exclusion, both spouses must meet the two out of five-year rule. Otherwise, you may be limited to the $250,000 gain exclusion.

• There is flexibility for a partial exclusion for situations involving employment, health, and unforeseen circumstances.

Keep in mind we’re referring to a “gain on sale” amount and not the total sales proceeds. The “gain on sale” is the sales proceeds less your cost in the home, which can turn out to be much more than your initial investment. The cost in the home can include improvements (kitchen remodel, adding a pool, new roof,

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etc.) as well as architect fees, surveys, and professional costs connected to the property.

If you sell your home for less than the gain exclusion, we would recommend you still report it on your tax return on Schedule D with the home exclusion code to match any reporting documents sent to the IRS during closing. Lastly, if you sell the home for a loss, the IRS does not allow you to take that as a deduction.

LET’S RENT THIS PLACE OUT! Moving to a new home while converting your prior residence to a rental property is becoming more common with the growth of rental websites and the fact that Texas is a popular tourist destination. For code section 121 gain exclusion, rental property is considered “nonqualified use”. The gain exclusion will be adjusted based on the ratio of “nonqualified use” to total ownership years.

Keep in mind that you can use the entire gain exclusion on this home if you meet the two out of five-year rule discussed above with an important note – depreciation. Depreciation taken in the past will be considered recapture income. Clients have attempted to avoid this issue in the past by not depreciating their rental home; however, this is not recommended because the IRS will treat the property as if it was depreciated regardless of whether a deduction was taken.

TIME TO SELL THE VACATION HOME! Selling any property that is not your principal residence (investment, rental, vacation) subjects you to paying income tax if there is a gain on sale as this property does not qualify for the two out of five-year exclusion. Keeping track of your costs in these properties is imperative as it will save you time, energy, and money in the future.

WHAT ABOUT LIKE-KIND EXCHANGES? If you’ve listened to commercials about real estate investment, you’ve likely heard the term “1031 Exchange” or “LikeKind-Exchange”. This topic can be more complex, and we highly recommend consulting with a professional prior to agreeing to a 1031 exchange. Here are a couple of common mistakes we see frequently: 1. Clients agreeing to a 1031 exchange without considering other factors outside of deferring the tax. Deferring tax may not always be the most beneficial route depending on the circumstances and your personal tax situation.

2. Clients not using a “Qualified Intermediary”. A Qualified Intermediary is a person or company that agrees to facilitate the exchange by holding the funds that can be transferred to the seller of the replacement property. Without a Qualified Intermediary you are not eligible for like-kind exchange.

3. Clients not acquiring a replacement property with enough value to defer the gain allowed under 1031 exchange.

Navigating real estate transactions, whether it be personal or business-related, can be a complex and daunting task. If you need assistance with this process, please feel free to contact ADKF. We have experienced advisors that are here to help! BBM Austin Lee, CPA is a senior tax accountant at Akin, Doherty, Klein, & Feuge, P.C. (ADKF). Austin graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio and has been at ADKF since 2012. Austin grew up in Boerne and graduated from Boerne High School. He’s married to his high school sweetheart and is raising a baby girl in San Antonio. In his free time, he enjoys playing golf and spending time with family and friends.

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Covenant Multifamily Offices, LLC headquartered in San Antonio with offices in Dallas and Oklahoma City, announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Eggerss Capital Management, a financial planning and investment advisory firm located in Boerne, Texas. Effective May 1st, Eggerss Capital Management has initiated their transition to the Covenant brand.

“Eggerss Capital Management has experienced extraordinary growth over the last few years. We are thrilled about the opportunity to continue our expansion by joining Covenant, a team of likeminded professionals ready to serve clients with the same level of premium service we've always

“We are excited about the opportunity to expand into the fast-growing Texas Hill Country by aligning with an organization that is passionate about living out our shared culture and core values every single day.” offered,” said Karl Eggerss, President and CEO of Eggerss Capital Management. “Covenant also brings additional resources to the table. We believe this is a perfect union of financial professionals ready to serve planning and investment needs at any level,” added Eggerss.

Karl Eggerss joins Covenant as an equity partner and will help guide investment strategy as a member of the Investment Committee. With the addition of six team members from Eggerss Capital Management, Covenant will have oversight of nearly $1.7B in assets under management. Covenant aims to continue their growth as they actively seek to align with like-minded advisors who share their core values.

“I am thrilled to welcome the Eggerss Capital team to the Covenant family.

The Eggerss team has a great client-first service model, which resonates with our core values,” said John Eadie, Founder and CEO of Covenant Multifamily Offices. “We are excited about the opportunity to expand into the fast-growing Texas Hill Country by aligning with an organization that is passionate about living out our shared culture and core values every single day.”

For more information regarding the acquisition or the company, please visit www.covenantmfo.com or contact webcontact@covenantmfo.com.

About Covenant Multifamily Offices, LLC Covenant’s promise is in its name. The wealth management firm exists to provide personally tailored financial guidance rooted in the key tenants of Lifestyle. Legacy. Philanthropy.® The Covenant team sets out each day to unburden individuals and families from the daily cares of financial 114 E. Highland Dr. Boerne, TX 78006 management in order to empower them to pursue their passions and inter210.526.0057 | 1.888.511.1211 ests. Covenant serves clients at its offices in San Antonio, Boerne, Dallas, and Oklahoma City. More information on Covenant can be found by visiting www.covenantmfo.com. BBM

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Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce June 2019 Ribbon Cuttings

TRINITY EYE CENTER’S 25TH ANNIVERSARY Trinity Eye Center is celebrating their 25th Anniversary in business this year!

Dr. Justin Kim purchased the center in 2006 and they have been at their current location fo 1201 S. Main St., Ste. 108 in Boerne for all 25 years. They do plan to expand and move next year as their practice continues to grow. You can call Trinity Eye Center for an appointment at (830) 249-3898 or you can do so online trinityeyecenter.com.

MR. ELECTRIC Mr. Electric is locally owned and operated by Lara and Matt Bruhn, and has offered both residential and commercial electric services for over 20 years. They currently service 90% residential and 10% light commercial. Their excellent customer service is what sets them apart from other electrical companies. They are located at 28120 US Hwy 281 North, Suite 100, San Antonio (Bulverde). Please give them a call for an appointment at (830) 249-8600 and visit their website mrelectric.com/san-antonio.

CATRINA’S INTERIORS’ NEW LOCATION Catrina’s Interiors has moved to a beautiful new location at 705 S. Main Street in Boerne.

Owner Catrina Kendrick, accompanied by her husband Rob Kendrick, as well as their talented design staff were on hand for this special occasion. Catrina’s Interiors is located in the River South Art District of Boerne and Catrina and her team provide a large selection of furnishings, fabric, accent pieces and designer | consulting services. You can call Catrina Interiors at (830) 331-9010 and visit the website catrinasinteriors.com.

JAM BROADCASTING JAM Broadcasting Partners Justin McClure and Angela Krause put on a lunch party on Boerne’s Main Plaza to help announce and promote their newest radio station Mike 99.1 FM. JAM Broadcasting started 28 years ago in Stephenville, Texas and purchased a radio station in Kerrville in 2017. The best songs of the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, and 2000’s and even some current hits can be heard on Mike-FM! For more information on JAM Broadcasting advertising opportunities and their radio stations be sure to visit their website jambroadcasting.net. You can also call (830)896-1230.

NANA’S HEART GIFT BASKETS AND MORE Nana’s Heart Gift Baskets and More’s owner Linda Hiller has opened a shop where she creates and designs custom gift baskets for men, women, children, baby showers, etc. as well as Corporate gifts and more in a variety of prices. She uses all types of containers depending on the occasion. She can find and contact Linda at Nana’s Heart Gift Baskets and More at 1001 S. Main St., Ste. 1 in Boerne, call her at (830) 431-4021 and be sure to like and follow their facebook page facebook.com/NanasHeart-Gift-Baskets-More-810767115789723.

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TEN PEAKS MEDIA Ten Peaks Media is a full service advertising agency located at 309 Water Street, Suite 1 in Boerne, Texas.

Founders Bob and Josh Cate’s agency specializes in helping their clients think outside the box and work towards growing their brand using a variety of methods and mediums. You can call Ten Peaks Media at (830) 388-8110 and you can visit their website tenpeaksmedia.com

THE BEVY HOTEL BOERNE Boerne now has a premier full service convention/conference center and hotel! The Bevy Hotel Boerne offers 120 contemporary rooms and suites, outdoor event spaces, wraparound porches, resort pool and firepits and a 7,200-square-foot conference center, all customdesigned in Texan Hill Country vernacular featuring indigenous natural materials. The Bevy Hotel Boerne is located at 101 Herff Road in Boerne. You can call for reservations at (830) 816-5606 and visit their website thebevyhotelboerne.doubletreebyhilton.com.

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JULY 18 A THIRST FOR NATURE EVENT 7:00pm to 9:00pm | Cibolo Nature Center 140 City Park Road – Boerne Every third Thursday of the month, the Cibolo Nature Center hosts a specially themed Thirst for Nature event where you can learn about the different plant and wildlife of Boerne and the Hill Country's surrounding areas. Sip on an adult beverage made to match the theme for that month for those who are of age, or choose the non-alcoholic version for the kiddos!

LIVE! AT THE LIBRARY 7:00pm | Patrick Heath Public Library Amphitheatre 451 N. Main Street – Boerne Would you like to find out who's the best liar in Kendall County? Stop by the Amphitheater to listen to "liars" from all over Texas, and watch them try to "stump" the judges! This is a fabulously fun event and continued on page 30

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Last year, GVTC launched its Member the continued loyalty of our customers and Dividend Program (MDP) to further in large part the hard work of our dedicatreward its loyal member-owners for ed employees and the visionary leadership “choosing local.” Curious if you’re eli- of our Board of Directors,” says CEO & President, Ritchie Sorrells. gible? Read on.

Unique in comparison to other In June 2018, the GVTC Board of national cooperatives, this Directors approved trimming program sets the bar for active member payments by customer appreciation and 20% every month, on qualimember loyalty. Members fying services, simply for will also continue to receive being a loyal member of the their annual capital credit co-op. checks—totaling a recordThis year, GVTC is takbreaking $7 million in 2019! ing things further. Starting To qualify for the July 1, 2019, the GVTC Member Dividend Program, Board has again approved active members are required a 20% member dividend to verify membership inforfor active members opted mation by logging into their into MDP! Due to the overGVTC CEO & PRESIDENT, account at gvtc.com or by callwhelming success of the proRITCHIE SORRELLS ing 800.367.4882 and speaking gram and the increase in GVTC membership, GVTC is increasing MDP to a Customer Care Representative.

For more information about the GVTC distribution from $9.7 million in 2018 to Member Dividend Program, visit gvtc. $10.7 million in 2019.

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JULY 2019 CALENDAR OF EVENTS | cont’d the day with a massive release of butterflies into the wild! This is a once in a lifetime chance to be surrounded by hundreds of butterflies, and experience the magic of nature with the people you love! This event is kid and pet-friendly--all ages are welcome!

Families can enjoy multiple food trucks, snowcones, roasted corn, live music, a full beer garden, and a playground for kids!

appropriate for all ages. Sponsored by the Patrick Heath Public Library and the City of Boerne Parks and Recreation Department. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on! Free Admission.

JULY 19 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR BLINDED BY DELIGHTS' NEW LOCATION 11:30 am | 1100 N. Main St., Ste. 105 – Boerne

HOT ROD NIGHT 6:30pm | Soda Pops 103 N. Main – Boerne

STAR PARTY 8:30pm to 11:00pm | City Lake Park Pavilion 1 City Lake Rd. – Boerne Summertime stargazing at Boerne Lake Park.

Sponsored by Patrick Heath Public Library and the San Antonio Astronomical Association.

JULY 23 GBCC RIBBON CUTTING FOR TESSMER LAW FIRM 1:30 pm | 402 E. San Antonio Ave. – Boerne CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6:00pm to 8:00pm | City Council Chambers 124 Old San Antonio Road – Boerne

BLUES & BUTTERFLIES MUSIC FESTIVAL 3:00pm to 9:00pm | The Roundup Outdoor Music Venue 531 FM 3351 N. – Boerne The 2nd annual Blues and Butterflies Music Festival!

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JULY 26 MOVIE IN THE PARK: CHRISTMAS IN JULY "THE GRINCH" 7:00pm to 10:30pm | Main Plaza Park 100 N. Main St. – Boerne Grab a blanket or lawn chair and come on down to Main Plaza for an outdoor movie. Free Event.

JULY 27 MAGIK THEATRE PRESENTS JACK AND THE BEANSTALK! 10:30am to 11:30am | Patrick Heath Public Library Youth Activity Room 451 N. Main St. – Boerne Enjoy the hilariously fun take on this classic tale as presented by the acclaimed Magik Theatre. We will draw reading logs from two lucky readers to win an Amazon Gift Card! This program is generously funded by the Boerne Public Library Foundation.

JULY 21 CACTUS PEAR MUSIC FESTIVAL PROGRAM III: GOETHE HAVE MUSIC 7:00pm | First United Methodist Church 205 James Street – Boerne CPMF.us for More Info!

JULY 20 STREAM SATURDAY 10:30am to 11:30am | Patrick Heath Public Library Youth Activity Room 451 N. Main St. Patrick Heath Public Library – Boerne Calling all scientists! Exciting hands-on experiments, art, literature and MORE.

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JULY 30 ABENDKONZERTE - BOERNE VILLAGE BAND 7:30pm to 9:30pm | Main Plaza Park 100 N. Main St. – Boerne Join us at Main Plaza for an outdoor concert by Boerne Village Band. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy an evening of oompah music. BBM

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