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AZ Insider: Why a Party Kept Location a Secret
Kathy Shayna Shocket has the inside scoop on the people that make a difference.
Why were guests at this fancy party emailed the location just hours before ?
Is There a New Way to Calculate My Home Office Deduction?
From Stephen Clifford, Registered Investment Advisor Representative
The Winfield Group - Scottsdale, Arizona
Yes, but first it's important to understand what hasn't changed. To qualify for an income tax deduction for home office expenses, the IRS still requires that you meet two tests--the place of business test and the exclusive and regular use test.
AZ Giving Spotlight: Bob Rink of Through Each Others Eyes
Encouraging people around the world to understand and appreciate diverse cultures through photography is the premise behind the magic of the Through Each Others Eyes organization. After years of creating beautiful global photography, Through Each Others Eyes has now reached its 25th anniversary. Bob Rink, TEOE’s Board President shared with us the vision and what the Valley can expect from them in the next few months.
AFM: How did the Through Each Others Eyes organization begin?
BR: Through Each Others Eyes began in 1988 as an artistic outreach...
AZ Giving Spotlight: Karen Doerflein of Global Rescue Project
Global Rescue Project is a nonprofit organization established to help end human slavery in Ghana, West Africa as well as in other parts of the world. Their mission is to bring hope to the children enslaved who are suffering daily with life-threatening duties in Ghana's fishing industry. With the mentality that believes "no need is too small and no voice too quiet to be heard," GRP devotes the time and energy to educate, advocate, and eliminate human slavery and poverty. Here, AFM takes a look at the issues and the ways GRP helps these kids, with insight from Karen Doerflein, the Director of Fundraising & Corporate Giving.
Rick Springfield Performs for Verrado Community’s 10th Anniversary
A crowd of nearly 4,000 residents and friends from the Verrado community came out to celebrate the community’s 10th anniversary on Saturday, April 5. Bouncy houses, kettle corn, a rock climbing wall, and glow lights made the experience enjoyable for children and a nice outing for parents. Nothing compared to the excitement that filled the area when Rick Springfield appeared onstage. The crowd went wild with fans who have admired the icon since their teeny bopper years. The musician shared songs from his latest album, Songs for the End of the World, like “I Hate Myself,” “Our Ship is Sinking,” and...
