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Technology Should Make Life Easier, not more Stressful
Technology has become part of everyday life, but for many people it has also become a source of frustration. Whether it's a confusing smartphone, a stubborn printer, a suspicious email or a new device you need help setting up, even small tech problems can become frustrating.
Lime Tree IT provides friendly, honest technology support with a focus on helping seniors and individuals in the comfort of their own homes. They explain everything in plain English - never confusing technical jargon - so you always understand what they're doing and why. They also support local entrepreneurs and small businesses with reliable IT services, cybersecurity guidance and affordable website development, giving you the technology you need to succeed. Their mission is simple: make technology less stressful and more enjoyable. Whether you need a computer repaired, a home network secured or a professional website built, they are here to help.
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Why You Need a Will with your Trust
Most people think that once they have a trust, a will is unnecessary. After all, both transfer property after death. But as great as a trust is at avoiding probate, it is not perfect. Estate planning attorneys regularly recommend their clients get "pour-over will" at the same time as their trust.
The reason a will is needed is that a trust only operates on property that it owns. Any property not in the name of your trust, and that does not have another legal means of being transferred, is part of your probate estate. Common examples are vehicles, bank accounts and other personal property. The distribution under intestacy - the generic distribution plan for people without a will - may conflict with the trust's distribution plan.
A pour-over will is a special type of will that "pours" any assets that are in your probate estate into your trust. This way, assets that are not in your trust, whether they were forgotten, accidentally taken out or acquired after the trust was created, will still be distributed under the terms of the trust. Anything not in the trust at the time of death needs to be given to the trustee to be managed and distributed according to the terms of the trust. Where the assets making up the probate estate are of small value, it can be transferred outside of probate using affidavits and similar procedures.
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More Than a Dealership, a 22-time "Best of SCV" Winner
Valencia Acura, Santa Clarita's Friendship Dealership, is celebrating an extraordinary milestone after being voted "Best of SCV" for the 22nd time. Since opening in 1997, the local, family-owned dealership has followed one simple philosophy: Treat every guest the way you would want to be treated. Nearly three decades later, that commitment continues to shape every customer experience.
At Valencia Acura, customers often become friends, and the relationship does not end when they drive off the lot. It is just beginning. The dealership's signature friendship experience extends to its award-winning Service and Parts departments, where highly-trained professionals provide knowledgeable assistance with honesty, integrity and genuine care. Backed by Acura's precision performance, distinctive style and attainable luxury, the Valencia Acura team is proud to help make Acura ownership a reality for drivers throughout Santa Clarita. The entire Valencia Acura family, including official canine greeter Turbo Earl Fleming, thanks the community for its continued trust, loyalty and friendship.
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Mission Valley Bank Celebrates 25 Years of Community Banking
For 25 years, Mission Valley Bank has remained committed to a simple idea: banking is about relationships.
Founded in 2001, the California community bank provides responsive, locally-managed financial services to businesses, professionals, nonprofits and individuals throughout Southern California. Through economic challenges, including the Great Recession and COVID-19 pandemic, the bank has remained focused on supporting clients and strengthening the communities it serves.
Today, Mission Valley Bank serves clients from offices in Sun Valley, Burbank, Santa Clarita and Arcadia, extending its relationship-focused approach to businesses and residents throughout the San Gabriel Valley, including Monrovia. "Reaching our 25th anniversary reflects the trust our clients have placed in us over the years," said Tamara Gurney, president and CEO. "Our focus remains the same: supporting our clients, strengthening our communities and building lasting relationships." As Mission Valley Bank looks ahead, it remains committed to personalized service, local expertise and helping Southern California businesses and communities thrive.
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Earn a New Career in a Few Weeks
Imagine it - you could be three short months away from a better, more fulfilling career... and life! Santa Clarita School of Dental Assisting offers a premier educational experience rooted in practical experience. You'll benefit from hands-on training in a vibrant, real-world dental office. Dental assistants are in great demand - many students have job offers before they even complete the program. And, if you want to become a dental hygienist, working as a dental assistant first can propel you to your goal.
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WiSH Receives $100 for Every New Car Purchased
Mercedes-Benz of Valencia Announces September Nonprofit Partnership
"We love supporting Santa Clarita nonprofit organizations!" announced Shawn Khan, general manager of Mercedes-Benz of Valencia. "Every time a Santa Clarita resident purchases a new vehicle from our dealership in September, we're donating $100 to the WiSH Hart District Education Foundation!" Through September 30, 2026, your new vehicle purchase at Mercedes-Benz of Valencia will help bridge the gap in state education funding and provide for student programs in the William S. Hart Union High School District. "We put our money where our mouth is," says Khan, "and when it comes to making investments in our home town of Santa Clarita, we're all in."
The same is true when partnering with clients. "My team doesn't say 'no.' Our goal is simple. We want to put a Mercedes-Benz in every driveway in Santa Clarita - and we're making it happen with incredible locals-only offers," explains Khan. Visit Mercedes-Benz of Valencia in September to support WiSH - and discover offers "too low to publish" that are exclusively available for SCV residents.
The dealership is also gifting fun to local families! Right now, enter to win four Disneyland tickets, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz of Valencia.
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