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Lessons from Native American Filipino Shared History

Lessons from Native American Filipino Shared History

By: Elaine Lehman   Throughout the month of November, designated as Native American Heritage Month, we have been exploring our shared history. While long connected, the relationship, however, has not been without controversy. In recent years, it has faced a situation ...

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Estate Planning Fundamentals

Estate Planning Fundamentals

By: Jan Paul Ferrer   Plan for a long life and keep these vital documents up-to-date for your protection and the sake of those you love. The underlying goal of proper estate planning is to ensure the legacy you leave ...

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Medicare 101

Medicare 101

By: Melody Rabor-Dizon   Only because this is an integral part of my job, knowing benefits, coverage, deductibles, co-insurance, out of pocket costs, medicine expenses related to healthcare to our baby boom generation, it is a must for me that I ...

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The Dreamers’ Uncertain Future

The Dreamers’ Uncertain Future

By: Joe Mauricio   Predicting how the U.S. Supreme Court will decide a case based on the questions the justices raised during the oral arguments with the tone of an endeavor and the tone of the exchanges today (November 13) ...

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Silver Anniversary A Huge Milestone

Silver Anniversary A Huge Milestone

By: Veronica Leighton   Through the years, 25 years to be exact, from 1994 to 2019, we always proudly present the most distinguished and accomplished individuals who have made a difference in the communities that we serve. They are not ...

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Understanding Social Security Spouses’ Benefits

Understanding Social Security Spouses’ Benefits

By: Doug Nguyen   Marriage is a tradition that exists on every continent and in nearly every country. Having a partner not only means creating a family unit, it means sharing things like a home and other property. Understanding how ...

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PACC Texas: Decade of Excellence

PACC Texas: Decade of Excellence

By: Ryan Tejero   Top Filipino Organization in the U.S. Celebrates 10th Anniversary with well-attended State Dinner and Awards for 10 Outstanding Filipinos in Texas Greatness is achieved when motivated people perform extraordinary things. Powered by the desire to succeed, the ...

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Noon vs. Ngayon

Noon vs. Ngayon

By: James DC   1. Noon: Long hair Ngayon: Longing for hair 2. Noon: Enjoying Beer Joints Ngayon: Suffering from aching Joints 3. Noon: Enjoying the music of the Rolling Stones Ngayon: Suffering from kidney stones 4. Frequenting Beer Gardens Ngayon: Surveying Memorial Gardens 5. Noon: Always ...

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