Nacogdoches Livestock Exchange

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

How Not to Get Killed by a Cow

Between 1993 and 2015, cattle killed 13 people who were out for walks in the United Kingdom. Dozens more walkers received broken bones or other injuries from the animals. Murderous cattle are an understudied phenomenon, say veterinarian Angharad Fraser-Williams and other researchers at the University of Liverpool in the United Kingdom. So they scoured news articles and scientific literature …

How long will this down-cycle last for the pork industry?

The severity of the current hog market down cycle will be determined by how long we continue to outpace packer capacity. Unless there is a surprise in market numbers, packers will continue to keep bids down as additional pigs are not needed to fill their plants.

This Infectious Video of a Farmer Dancing In His Barn Is Going Mega-Viral

We're in awe of this man's moves—and his uplifting message.

One step closer to a fiduciary duty for broker-dealers?

More than two years after an SEC Staff study recommended adoption of a uniform fiduciary standard for broker-dealers and investment advisers, the SEC…

Broker Dealers Increase Enterprise Value

Insurance Technologies delivers Broker dealer sales tools and broker dealer software as well as financial advisor sales software.

Independent Advisors Choose Independent Broker-Dealer Money Concepts

Independent Broker-Dealer Money Concepts offers full ownership to a financial planning and wealth management business for independent financial advisors

5 Steps to Passing Your Broker Dealer Exams

Investment bankers have to sit for broker dealer exams before receiving licenses. Here are five tips to help you pass your exams

5 steps for independent advisers considering a broker-dealer transition in a post-DOL environment

Many advisers dissatisfied with their current broker-dealer and anxious about how well they are positioned in a post-DOL landscape are still hesitant to make a move.

What Exactly Happens When You Place An Order Through A Broker-Dealer?

In a world of algorithmic trading and high-frequency traders who can make hundreds of trades per second, it’s easy to take for granted just how easy placing an order has...

To attract advisers, broker-dealers need to find a value proposition that stands out

Small firms look to flexibility, succession planning and culture as key differentiators in recruiting.

3 questions independent broker-dealers should ask private equity product sponsors

While private equity could become a positive force in the retail alternatives space, not all sponsors are created equal.

Think Green Thursdays: Benefits Of Using Reusable Bags

Did you know that when "going green" with small steps, you are saving the environment in big ways? One such small step to make is to use reusable bags after going grocery shopping.

Tips for Oprah’s Auction

Top three tips for bidding at Oprah's auction. Avoid buying her junk. Identify what to buy and don’t waste money on auction house fees and commissions.

ArtReach Auction Outfit Ideas

Dress as your favorite era and use these images to get some inspiration.

How to Bid at IronPlanet Auctions

How to Buy a House at Auction

If you want to buy a new or used house but can't afford the market price, consider buying one at an auction. Read this article to learn how to buy a house at auction.

How to Buy a Foreclosure at an Auction

Many people think about buying a foreclosure at auction in order to get a great deal on a piece of property. While the savings can be tremendous, there are some things you should be aware of. For starters, you will need to do a considerable amount of preparation before you attend an auction. This means inspecting […]

Learning Management: It Doesn't Have to Be a Hassle

First Thursdays! Insights and ideas for the Learning & Development industry.

How to Find Hidden Gems at Auction

How does one identify a hidden gem, that overlooked work of art that has value that isn’t immediately apparent to others? It is never an easy task, es...