Funari Magazine - Winter 2022-23

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Is tt time For A Conversation

GREGORY WILSON, MANAGING DIRECTOR

As I prepared to write this article, I found myself reflecting on my career and clients over the years. “Am I Ready? And Can I Retire Confidently?,” are questions that are regularly asked by existing and perspective clients. However, the larger picture that came to mind was my responsibility and fiduciary role in the stewardship of my client’s retirement assets.

Assets that my clients have worked a lifetime to create and what those assets not only mean to them but their potential legacy. Additionally, I thought about the relationships I have had with clients over the years and what really mattered to them. The best way I can describe it is that money is just a vehicle. Just a way to get there, just like a jar of paint and a brush. Now, what “you” do with that jar of paint and brush is where the magic happens. The money, (the vehicle) matters of course, but it is really all about the painting that you create.

I reminisce about conversations that I have had with clients (friends) about some of the most personal things in their lives. The good times and the trying times. And for that

I am truly humbled. Those conversations develop over trust and because money is intertwined in all aspects of our lives. Being a financial advisor, is so much more than I could have imagined 20-plus years ago. Of course, it’s about Trust, Responsibility, Ethics, and Risk Management, but it is really about People. People that know that we care about what their Painting looks like.

Well, back to Am I Ready? and Can I Retire Confidently? In my professional opinion, going through the exercise of actually planning for Retirement and What Distributions look like is imperative. This process creates Peace of Mind, it creates direction and a map to follow. There are six key elements of one’s retirement that need to be considered Income Generation, Projected Expenses, Inflation, Healthcare Costs, Tax Planning, and certainly Risk Management. Our process “tests” your retirement strategy, anything but an “A” is not acceptable.

So how does this all come together, well Paint and Brushes cost money. What does your Painting look like? Is it time for a Conversation?

“It’s hard to see things when you are too close. Take a step back and look.”

- Bob Ross

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Proud to offer Good Hands® protection to our community

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Street Address

Close Date Days On Market

$749,900 $700,000 11/14/22 25 4326 Park Royal Drive $725,000 $705,000 10/03/22 30

4616 Midlands Green

4710 Bedford Glen $699,900 $699,900 09/28/22 29

SHADOW STONE

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2728 Kelly Cove Drive

List Price Close Price

Close Date Days On Market

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STERLING ON THE LAKE

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Close Date Days On Market

6742 Trail Side Drive $760,000 $700,000 10/28/22 41 6707 Trail Side Drive $760,000 $760,000 11/21/22 17 6714 Bonfire Drive $725,000 $725,000 11/30/22 6 7087 Boathouse Way $624,900 $629,900 09/26/22 25

7392 Regatta Way $585,000 $432,000 11/18/22 28 7414 Mockingbird Lane $575,000 $565,000 10/14/22 64 6883 Flagstone Way $565,000 $565,000 11/17/22 13

7227 Lake Sterling Boulevard $559,900 $535,000 09/23/22 8 7918 Sleepy Lagoon Way $525,000 $518,000 10/14/22 2 6947 Fellowship Lane $510,000 $505,000 11/30/22 5 6854 Scarlet Oak Way $460,000 $446,000 11/21/22 37 6915 Woodtrail Run $442,000 $430,000 11/10/22 30 7839 Brass Lantern Drive $425,000 $425,000 10/25/22 4 6519 Crosscreek Lane $425,000 $425,000 09/20/22 4 6375 Crosscreek Lane $419,500 $420,000 10/03/22 3 6834 Scarlet Oak Way $415,000 $394,250 10/20/22 32 6917 Creekstone Place $399,000 $375,000 10/21/22 41 6914 Creekstone Place $359,900 $350,000 11/29/22 75 6515 Crosscreek Lane $350,000 $350,000 11/18/22 15

Signs of Heart Disease Everyone Should Know

By: Ronnie Ramada, MD, Georgia Heart Institute

Could you have heart disease and not even know it? Quite possibly, because while you might think all the symptoms are heart-related, some of them aren’t quite so obvious.

Heart disease isn’t a single condition. It’s actually a group of conditions all of which impact the heart and affect its ability to function. As a group, these conditions are the leading cause of death among Americans, contributing to one in four deaths.

In total, almost half of American adults have at least one type of heart disease. While you might think that chest pain and other directly heart-related symptoms might always be present with heart disease, that’s often not the case.

“One of the biggest misconceptions related to heart disease are the symptoms – or lack thereof – it causes,” says Laura Divoky, MD, non-invasive cardiologist with Georgia Heart Institute. “The early stages of heart disease are often silent, meaning it doesn’t cause

any noticeable symptoms, and, if it does, the symptoms are often attributed to something else entirely.”

LESS-OBVIOUS SIGNS OF HEART DISEASE

Even if heart disease doesn’t cause many noticeable symptoms, it’s important to pick up on any subtle cues that may indicate your heart isn’t functioning at its best.

“We encourage each person to really pay attention to their overall health and how they’re feeling, noting any changes or abnormalities –big or small,” notes Dr. Divoky. “After all, you know yourself and health best, you’ll be able to pick up on changes earlier than anyone else.”

HERE ARE FIVE UNEXPECTED SIGNS OF HEART DISEASE TO WATCH FOR:

1. Difficulty sleeping

This may come in the form of insomnia, or an inability to fall asleep or stay asleep. You’re most likely to notice this symptom when it disrupts your normal sleep cycle. If you typically fall asleep easily and suddenly have a hard time drifting off at night most days, it’s a good idea to have the symptom checked out.

2. Dizziness or lightheadedness

You’re familiar with this sensation; you’ve probably experienced it when getting up from a chair too quickly. If you’re feeling dizzy or lightheaded without a noticeable cause, it could be a sign your heart isn’t pumping efficiently.

3. Long-lasting fatigue

Ever had the flu and experienced extreme fatigue? This sign of heart disease will show up like that—you’ll experience a complete lack of energy and unusual tiredness that makes getting through the day difficult. Again, if this symptom persists for several days and doesn’t get better with rest, it’s time to talk with your doctor.

4. Shortness of breath

Occasionally losing your breath when you walk up the stairs is quite normal, as is difficulty breathing during an intense workout. But if you’re having difficulty taking deep breaths when you’re at rest or calm, it could be a sign of an underlying heart health issue.

5. Swelling in your legs or ankles

This is another indicator that your heart isn’t working at its best. When your heart can’t pump blood efficiently, blood can back up into your extremities, including your legs, causing swelling.

LEADING HEART CARE FOR GENERATIONS

As the state’s most forward-thinking heart and vascular program, Georgia Heart Institute is providing innovative and personalized care that’s improving and saving lives for generations. Whether you’re focused on disease prevention or needing advanced care for a complex condition, the cardiologists, surgeons and specialists of Georgia Heart Institute can provide the highest quality care when it matters most. Schedule an appointment today at nghs.com/heart.

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