Bankruptcy filings in Spokane and Kootenai counties have been on the upswing in recent years after having declined steadily for over a decade.

As small charters continue to be bought up by larger banks and credit unions, Spokane Valley-based State Bank Northwest bucks that trend, and it’s thriving despite the industry’s consolidations.

Selling anything more than a hot dog stand is a significant business undertaking that typically requires months of preparation and execution.

Even seasoned business professionals—those well-versed in risk, strategy, and decision-making—are not immune to a quiet but powerful behavioral bias: loss aversion. 

When it comes to planning for the future, most people understand the importance of creating a Last Will and Testament.

While Touchmark on South Hill is expanding its care options and transitioning away from its skilled nursing wing, residents' day-to-day activities remain vibrant and plentiful. 

Spokane Valley-based Evergreen Fountains Senior Living Community is a family-owned independent, light-assisted, and assisted-living community that's focused on the holistic well-being of its residents.