Chamber Trip to Tuscany - In Person Presentation
Tuscany has a way of capturing your heart — from golden hills and medieval villages to unforgettable food and wine. Join us for a special Spotlight on Tuscany presentation with Explore by Bushore and Collette and start dreaming up your next Italian escape. Thursday, February 26th 5:00-7:00pm FIT Planning Group Office 550 W. Orangethorpe Avenue (just West of the 57 fwy)
How Escrow Helps Real Estate Agents Close More Transactions
For real estate agents, getting an offer accepted is a win — but it’s not the finish line. The escrow process is where deals are either smoothly guided to closing or derailed by miscommunication, delays, and last-minute surprises. A strong escrow partner doesn’t just handle paperwork. Escrow helps agents manage timelines, coordinate multiple parties, and keep transactions moving forward. When agents understand how escrow works alongside them, they can close more transactions with fewer issues and happier
Why Choosing the Right Escrow Company Matters in Real Estate Transactions
Real estate transactions involve significant financial stakes, strict timelines, and complex legal requirements. While much of the attention is placed on pricing, negotiations, and financing, one of the most important — and often overlooked — decisions is choosing the right escrow company. Escrow acts as a neutral third party responsible for safeguarding funds, managing documents, and ensuring contractual obligations are fulfilled before a transaction closes. As real estate transactions grow more
Wire Fraud in Real Estate: What Buyers and Sellers Must Know to Protect Their Funds
Wire Fraud in Real Estate: What Buyers and Sellers Must Know to Protect Their Funds Wire fraud is one of the fastest-growing threats in real estate transactions. Because buyers and sellers often transfer large sums of money during escrow, criminals specifically target real estate deals using sophisticated email scams and impersonation tactics. In many cases, fraud occurs just days — or even hours — before closing. Understanding how wire fraud works, how escrow companies safeguard funds, and how to verify
A Different Way Forward for Women Who Feel Stuck, Overwhelmed, or Disconnected
Hi! , I wanted to take some time to introduce myself. I’m Shannon Grimsley, founder of Wild Rising Coaching here in Orange County. I work with ambitious, capable women who look “successful” on the outside, but inside feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or quietly asking themselves, Is this really it? Many of the women I support don’t come to me saying, “I need a coach.” They come saying things like: “I feel stretched thin and don’t know why.” “I’ve done everything I was supposed to do, but something
The Practical Power of a Media Kit for Public Relations Success
For organizations within the Placentia Chamber of Commerce, standing out in an increasingly crowded communications landscape depends on clarity, consistency, and credibility. A well-built media kit does all three at once. It gives journalists, civic partners, and prospective customers a single source of truth about who you are and why you matter—while reducing the friction that often stalls local visibility efforts. Learn below about: What a media kit contains and why it helps How it supports public
Honored to be Recognized!
Honored to be Recognized! We’re proud to share that - Placentia Roundtable Women’s Club was recognized by the Council on Aging Southern California for our participation in the SmileMakers Holiday Gift Project! This heartwarming project brought our club together in an extraordinary show of support, with over 3/4 of our members participating - contributing an incredible cumulative donation of 120 thoughtful gifts and supplies, over 550 generous hours, and 28 dedicated volunteers who lovingly assembled over
Attractive Office For Lease in Placentia, California
ATTRACTIVE OFFICE FOR LEASE:ADDRESS: 1620 N. Placentia Avenue, Placentia, CA 92870CONTACT: 714-986-2222 or svlinvestmentteam@svlinvestment.com 1/ Two offices: One with window/view2/ Approximately 310 rental square feet3/ Rent: $725/month (including janitorial and electric/water)4/ Deposit: 1 month rent ($725)5/ Lease term: 1-2 years lease6/ Neighbors: Placentia Chamber of Commerce (Suite 220), Christian Educators Association International (Suite 200)7/ Street signage is available (on our street
BUNCO NIGHT FUNDRAISER ~ Placentia Round Table Women's Club
BUNCO NIGHT FUNDRAISER Join the Placentia Round Table Women's Club for an evening of fun, food, and fabulous prizes! Date: February 25, 2026 Time: Doors Open 6 PM | Games Start 7 PM Location: Placentia Round Table Women's Club 901 N. Bradford Ave., Placentia, CA 92870 What to Expect:Delicious Appetizers & FoodDelectable Desserts & DrinksCash PrizesLOTS of Door Prizes! Tickets: $25 per person Get Your Tickets: Contact Susan Hirzel Call or Text: (714) 225-2014 Supporting Our Community: Proceeds
Beginner's Guide to 401(k)s
What Is a 401(k)? A 401(k) is a retirement savings plan that provides tax advantages to savers. Named after a section of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, the 401(k) is an employer-provided, defined contribution plan. The employer may match employee contributions; with some plans, the match is mandatory. There are two major types of 401(k)s: traditional and Roth. With a traditional 401(k), employee contributions are pretax, meaning they reduce taxable income, but withdrawals in retirement are taxed. Employee
Advantages of Defined Benefit Plan over Profit Sharing Plan and 401k
Advantages of Defined Benefit Plan over Profit Sharing Plan and 401k 1. Higher Contribution LimitsDefined Benefit Plans allow much larger annual contributions—often several times higher than Profit-Sharing or 401(k) plans.Contributions are based on the participant’s age, income, and desired retirement benefit, potentially exceeding $300,000+ per year for older, high-income earners.By contrast, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing Plans are capped at around $69,000 total (2024) including employer and employee
10 Reasons Why Business Owners Need a Buy-Sell Agreement
Top 10 Reasons Business Owners Should Have a Buy-Sell Agreement If you’re a business owner with one or more partners or shareholders, putting a buy-sell agreement in place may be one of the most critical steps you take to protect your company’s future. Without it, you run the risk of legal disputes, valuation conflicts, operational breakdowns, and major financial burdens for your business and your family. A properly designed and fully funded buy-sell agreement helps ensure your business continues to
Spark to Scale: Navigating Growth Strategies at Every Business Stage
There’s no one-size-fits-all roadmap for business growth. The path looks wildly different depending on whether you're running a lean startup, riding the edge of breakout momentum, or steering a legacy brand that suddenly feels yesterday's news. Growth is often pitched as a simple line graph trending up, but in practice, it’s a series of shifts, recalibrations, and even strategic retreats. What propels a fledgling idea into the public eye won’t carry an enterprise through the complexity of national
The CTA, BOI and FinCEN: What Does this Mean for Placentia, CA Businesses?
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. As of today, 12/05/2024, Placentia, CA business owners have 26 calendar days(or 19 business days) left to file their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report with FinCEN. 1. Determine if Your Business Must File. A “reporting company” is any small business, corporation, or LLC that is registered with the state, unless exempt. Exemptions apply to
Launch Your Dream: Essential Funding for New Entrepreneurs
The dream of launching your own business is exhilarating, filled with visions of innovation, independence, and success. However, the journey from idea to reality is often fraught with financial hurdles that can deter even the most determined entrepreneurs. But what if the key to overcoming these obstacles lies in knowing where to look for help? Imagine unlocking a treasure trove of financial support—grants, programs, and investment opportunities—designed to propel your startup to new heights. Top Private
Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant: All You Have to Do Is Ask Acrobat’s Generative AI Document & PDF Tool
Adobe Acrobat has long been an invaluable tool for business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees all over the world thanks to its wide array of PDF generation and editing tools. Now, Acrobat AI Assistant offers new benefits for businesses of all sizes. Acrobat AI Assistant’s revolutionary software can transform your business with its incredible features: Content Summarization and Insights: Long documents can be overwhelming to review, especially for busy entrepreneurs. The AI Assistant can

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