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May 18, 2023

B2B Stories

CSRA business owner helps customers get back on the road in tight economy

Daniel Shaffer not only repairs cars, but also strives to help his customers facing financial difficulties get back on the road as quickly as possible. Shaffer owns Keep it Rolling Automotive located at 1726-B Barton Chapel Road in Augusta. He will celebrate the business’s second anniversary on Friday, June 9, from noon to 2 p.m., by hosting a free cookout for his new and existing customers. Shaffer said Keep it Rolling specializes in vehicle restorations, but he also provides a variety of other services, including tire installations, brake repairs, oil

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Consumer Stories

“Lending” a hand? A look at new mortgage rules

New mortgage lending rules have stirred up a heated debate, with some critics arguing these regulations unfairly target homebuyers with good credit. According to Fox News, under the new rules which took effect May 1, “borrowers with lower credit ratings and less money for a down payment will qualify for better mortgage rates than they otherwise would have, while those with higher ratings will pay increased fees.” Critics of the new rules claim they disproportionately affect, for example, Asian homebuyers, who have the highest credit scores of any demographic group,

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B2B Stories

Young entrepreneur takes over CSRA workout business

At just 26 years old, Cody Melvin has moved from one educating job to another. He started out teaching sixth grade in Hinesville, GA. Now, his classroom is the gym, and helping members achieve their fitness goals. In February, Melvin bought the Workout Anytime franchise in Aiken. For the young man who loves teaching and grew up going to the gym, it was a great fit. “I loved teaching kids, but Covid was a huge challenge for teachers and students. That’s when I started looking for a different kind of

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B2B Stories

Patriotic company to celebrate grand opening of CSRA location

Tomorrow, a Savannah-based company that specializes in manufacturing and selling patriotic attire will celebrate the grand opening of its newest store in Grovetown. The event for Nine Line Apparel located at 284 Meridian Drive, next door to Cold Stone Creamery will begin at 9 a.m. and continue throughout the day. It will include food, a bounce house for kids, and the opportunity to meet the company’s Founder and CEO, retired Army Capt., Tyler Merritt. In February, before the store opened, ABD interviewed Merritt, who started his business in his garage

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Faith

Faith Friday: The impact of loneliness

If you are like me, you have had times when you have felt like you are on the outside looking in. Times when you have felt distant and disconnected from others. Evidently, these feelings are not unusual. In fact, they are widespread throughout our country. Just a few days ago, Vivek Murphy, the United States Surgeon General, said that Americans are in an “underappreciated public health crisis.” He took the action of issuing a public advisory. Here is a summary of the major takeaways: Humans are wired for social connection,

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Consumer Stories

Tale of a Rental Home Nightmare: Why Hiring a Property Manager is a Game-Changer!

Imagine this: you’ve just decided to buy an investment home. It’s in the perfect location, is in excellent condition, and fits your budget. Little did you know that your endeavors could quickly turn into a living nightmare. From unresponsive tenants to maintenance disasters, owning a rental home can sometimes be a harrowing experience. That’s where the value of hiring a property manager truly shines. Let’s talk through a real-life rental home nightmare and explore how a property manager can save the day. The Tale of the Rental Home Nightmare: You

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