It seems like every day we’re getting asked who we trust for everyday services and products, so we put together a list of who we recommend, both locally and nationally. These are services we know and trust. We’ve used them in various capacities, so we know you’re getting top notch service with them.
Business
[affiliate link] I’ve tried several hosting servers over the years and my favorite by far is BlueHost. They have the best rates, unlimited data transfer, and their Control Panel is easy to navigate. Plus, they’re not constantly trying to sell you stuff you don’t need, unlike certain other well known hosting companies that shall remain nameless. If you’re in need of a website and a place to host it, I definitely recommend starting with BlueHost.
Plant a Seed Promotional is my favorite source for promotional products for any organization. Need Frisbees with your logo on them for the company picnic? Do you want inexpensive gifts to give to your customers to keep your business fresh in their minds? Dan Plopper with Plant a Seed Promotional puts the customer service back into ordering these products. Forget the online places that mess up your order and have no customer service – Dan makes sure you get exactly what you want, when you want it.
[affiliate link] We’ve been purchasing business cards from Vista Print for several years now. They run frequent promotions and you can save a lot of money when you order from them. Just have the discipline to say no to the upgrades they offer. In fact, if you watch for the sales you can really get some great deals. Plus, once you order, they send you notices of future sales and deals so you can save money each time you order.
[affiliate link] We use Skype for our video conferencing and long distance coaching. It’s free to connect to other Skype users and it works a lot better than the other video phone services we’ve tried. Whether you’re a small business owner or you just want to talk to friends & family while actually looking at them, Skype is a great tool to help you connect.
[affiliate link] As a coach working with clients long distance via Skype, it’s very valuable to record the calls and provide a copy of the call for my clients to reference any time they want. To record our Skype calls, we use Scribie. It’s free to use up to a certain storage limit, and they have reasonable rates to upgrade storage limits. Plus, they’ll transcribe your calls for a low rate so you can use interviews and other recordings for written publishing.
[affiliate link] A lot of businesses use Adobe products to help them be more efficient. Whether it’s Dreamweaver for designing websites or Photoshop for editing pictures or any other application, you can find a good program with Adobe.
Banking
In our articles and podcast episodes, you’ll hear us talking about the benefits of working with local banks and credit unions vs. the big banks. Waldo State Bank is one such local bank that has more flexibility than the big banks. They actually can put some thought into home loans and other products. The big banks can’t do that. They underwrite loans based on your FICO score without taking your individual situation and your personal character into consideration. Derrick Hermann is a loan officer at Waldo State Bank. He has the flexibility to underwrite loans in-house and look at the big picture instead of just a number. Derrick can be reached at:
Investing
Pamela Otten is a registered Kingdom Advisor and a firm believer in living the Biblical principles of money management. Pam hosts the weekly radio show “Intelligent Investing with Pamela Otten” and works closely with Matt on teaching financial literacy through the Money Smart Wisconsin program. Pam can be reached at:
Don Suckow of Suckow Financial Partners is an adviser with the heart of a teacher. Don never lets his personal interests interfere with your best interest. He’s more concerned that when you are done meeting with him, you know what you’re invested in and why. Don is not an adviser that sells investments to you and leaves you hanging. He wants you to know what is going on with your portfolio and to understand your strategy. Don loves to educate his clients and make sure they are informed investors all the way. Don can be reached at:
Insurance
Home/Property/Auto
Mike Stubler with Sentry Insurance is who we refer clients to when they need a review of their insurance policies for their home, auto, boat, and other property. Mike knows his stuff and will review your policies with you to make sure you have the appropriate coverage. Recently he showed some of our clients where they had gaps in their coverage because their old agent chose to remove that coverage from their policy. Plus, Mike doesn’t have an office. He does business at your home so he can see where you have potential gaps in coverage that need to be addressed (and it keeps their costs down). Call Mike at 920-564-6987 for a policy review.
Life Insurance
Jim Schuldt with State Farm Insurance is another professional with the heart of a teacher. Before he sells any insurance policies, it’s important to Jim that his clients understand why they need the insurance and that their individual needs are met, not a one-size-fits-all policy. Jim can be reached at:
Identity Theft Insurance
Just like most other insurance needs, it’s not a matter of if you’ll need identity theft insurance. It’s a matter of when. Zander Insurance has by far the best Identity Theft insurance plan/policy out there. If you want all the bells and whistles for your policy to guarantee full recovery of your identity and all funds associated with reversing the damage, Zander Insurance’s policy is the way to go. The policy is valued at a fair price for all the value that comes with.
If you want a less expensive policy that still provides good coverage options for identity theft, Mike Stubler with Sentry Insurance (see above) has a pretty good policy at a good price. The benefit of this option vs. Zander’s policy is more than the cost advantage. Zander’s policy does all the work for you. Sentry’s policy walks you through the recovery process, which means you’ll learn along the way and be more likely to avoid the same mistakes in the future. You know we’re big fans of learning from your mistakes and changing behaviors, so this is a policy you might want to consider.
Legal
US Legal Forms [affiliate link] Way too many people die without a will. Don’t be one of them. It’s irresponsible as a parent to leave your children behind without a will. The sad thing is most of us procrastinate on this because we think legal fees cost too much. But the truth is it doesn’t cost much at all. Most of us need only a simple will and you can create one yourself with state-specific legal documents from US Legal Forms. We used US Legal Forms in our family to do a will, power of attorney, living will, medical power of attorney, and specific power of attorney for less than $50. Your specific needs may vary, but the point remains that you need to use US Legal forms to get a will done TODAY.
Family
Mike and Jill Howell of N2College Consulting are amazing people dedicated to helping you or your child find scholarships for education. Their specialty is helping high school students find and attain scholarships for college, but they have programs for all ages and a variety of educational goals. Last year their student-clients averaged $75,800 in scholarship awards! They can be reached at:
206 3rd St. SE (Hwy 278 E)
Cullman, Alabama 35055
Phone: 256 736-5969
Toll Free: 877 526-6370
E-mail: info@n2college.com
Find registered sex offenders near you. This list is not all-inclusive, nor does it include people in your neighborhood who were previously incarcerated for reasons other than sex-related offenses. But this is a good place to start to get a feel for the safety of your neighborhood.
The world’s best campfire cooking fork
If you like camping and campfire cooking, this is the ultimate gadget for you. The world’s best campfire roasting fork, the Rotis-a-Prong allows you to rotate your food over the fire pit with a rotisserie effect. Simply move the thumb wheel on the handle and your hot dog or marshmallow rotates over the fire for even cooking. Our kids love this and we have a lot of fun around the campfire with the Rotis-a-Prong!
Food
Czech, Please Everyday Gourmet is the home of the best food you’ll ever taste. From event catering services to meals prepared for individual families to Eastern European specialty dishes, owner Alvira Betsa makes everything fresh from scratch using recipes that date back generations to her grandmother’s bakery in the Carpathian Mountains. Her food brings extraordinary taste to everyday people, and is available nationwide. Visit www.czechpleasecatering.com to learn more.
[affiliate link] Find a participating restaurant near you and save 60% or more when you buy a gift certificate through the site. It’s a great way to try local restaurants without spending tons of money. Where else can you buy a $25 gift certificate for only $4?
Charitable Organizations
The Kayliegh Ali Vascular Anomalies Foundation is our favorite charity, and for good reason. We personally know Kayleigh’s parents, and her story tugs at our heart strings because we knew Kayleigh and visited her in the hospital before she passed away at just 11 months old. Read Kayleigh’s Story and help support this cause to treat other children with vascular anomalies (and help save lives).
Faith
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Sheboygan, WI is where Matt and Janelle worship and serve in various leadership capacities. Come join in the celebration of our Risen Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!
The Prayer Closet.org is a place of support and help for those needing daily affirmation.The main mission of the prayer closet is to draw others from anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts by speaking TRUTH in everyday life situations. Everyone suffers in life and is going through some kind of battle. If YOU are suffering, always remember there IS hope for your LIFE!
Career
48 Days to the Work You Love [affiliate link] – Dan Miller’s amazing career guidance site that helps you find the career that is the perfect fit for who you are and how you were made. These are the products and the process that Matt uses to help his clients generate more income or find employment. Discover your calling today.
Medical/Health
Medicine Coach Dr. West Conner is a pharmacist who spends a lot of time exposing the absurd amounts of money we spend on prescriptions, when the generic is much cheaper (and in most cases exactly the same drug, even with the name brand image on the pills). He can help you save money on your prescriptions, improve your health, and reduce the number of prescriptions you need. Learn more about West at www.medicinecoach.com.
Kris Angermeier with Curative Therapies is a customized nutrition specialist helping you find more natural remedies for common health issues. Kris provides a complete line of isotonic supplements that absorb into your body faster than pill supplements. They also are higher quality products, using natural products, rather than the synthetic stuff that can lead to other side effects (like taking too many prescriptions). Call Kris for a customized nutrition consult today.
Simply Eyewear: Save big money on eyeglasses, contacts and frames at simplyeyewear.net. They provide high quality eyewear at low prices. With their custom lens lab, they can get you new custom glasses quickly and you can save some money while you’re at it.
