The newest Dallas South Community supporter Ray Hodges Financial Group shares how families can protect against the financial strain that can come with unexpected loss. BY RAY HODGES Every day, between 6,000 and 7,000 people die in the US. Over 110 die in fatal car accidents per day. No one ever thinks it’s going to be their turn, but when it happens unexpectedly, the emotional damage is usually compounded by financial damage. Sympathetic for 30 seconds after you share that your spouse died, the mortgagee still wants the payment. The funeral director patiently waits until you wipe your tears to find out how he is going to get paid. No time to mourn. Everything is due. I have lived this scenario and far too many will experience this outcome. As a mortgage/retirement protection specialist, I recommend the following options: Fair option – Final Expense Policy – pays for burial and incidentals; your family won’t have to “pass the hat” to bury you Good option – Term Insurance Policy – use this policy to pay off the mortgage, most people’s largest expense Best option - Universal Life Insurance Policy – permanent policy large enough to bury you and pay off your mortgage; it ...

By BibleLessonConnection.com In our study of inspiring bible characters, we examine The Wife of Noble Character. Because of the difficult state of many marriages today, it is necessary that we say something that might inspire both husband and wife. While this particular passage of scripture we will study focuses on the role of the wife, we shall also look briefly at instructions the Bible offers for the husband. Click here for Flash version or here for PDF of this week's lesson. The Wife of Noble Character •Proverbs 31: 10-12 –The Bible is telling us that it is difficult to find a wife of noble character and that if found, she is worth far more than rubies. –Her husband has full confidence in her. He knows she has dedicated herself to him and no other man. He believes in her and he lacks nothing of value because she makes sure he is taken care of. – She brings him good, not harm. The noble wife is good for her husband. She is of help to him and he benefits from her presence in his life. She is respected and praised… •Proverbs 31: 28-31 –Her children and husband respect and praise her because of her character and work ethic. –She fears the ...

By BibleLessonConnection.com Click here to read the entire lesson Philip was one of seven men chosen by the (Jewish People) to handle certain leadership duties while the twelve disciples focused on spreading the Gospel (Acts 6: 3-4). Philip and his counterparts were full of the Spirit and had great wisdom (Acts 6: 5). In this lesson of inspiring bible characters, we will see how one man can have a great impact on the lives of others. Hopefully, through Philip, we will see how we, too, can do something powerful in the name of God. Philip spreads the Gospel •Acts 8: 4-8 –The Bible says that Philip proclaimed Christ. Philip’s dedication to Christ and His Word is an example for us to follow. Do you proclaim Christ to others? What are some ways that you can personally spread the news of Jesus Christ to those you come in contact with? –Philip ministered to the needs of the people and they were healed. We all know people who are hurting and in need. We have frequent opportunities to assist those who need our help. You can be a listening ear to someone who is dealing with a life crisis, give Godly advice to a loved one, or pray for ...

Guest Post by Community Supporter Higgins and Associates Keeping your stuff is probably important to you. Faced with financial obligations that you are unable to pay, understanding the exemptions available in bankruptcy can help you take steps to preserve as many of your belongings as possible in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case. In the State of Texas, both federal and state bankruptcy exemptions are available for those filing bankruptcy. There are some limits on certain exemptions such as equity that you have in a home or in a vehicle. The law office of Robert A. Higgins and Associates, with convenient locations in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex has offered assistance to hundreds of clients looking for a way out of debt. Below is a brief summary of the exemptions available to those who file bankruptcy in Texas. Homestead: Unlimited, although, property cannot exceed 10 acres in town, village, city, or 100 acres elsewhere (200 per family). Sale proceeds exempt for 6 months after sale. Pensions: Tax-exempt retirement accounts, traditional and Roth IRAs to $1,095,000 per person, and virtually all pension and survivor’s benefits. Insurance: Most life, health, accident or annuity benefits, monies, policy proceeds and cash value, due or paid to beneficiary or insured. Miscellaneous: Property of business partnership; alimony ...

I'd like to welcome BibleLessonConnection.com, Dallas South Community Supporter who will sponsor a weekly Bible Study session here on the blog. Founder and editor Carl Carey talked with me about the site, how it started, and how the Dallas South Family can get the most out of the bible lessons that will be featured here. Listen to the interview with Carl Carey below. [audio:Carl Carey Interview.mp3] BY BIBLECONNECTION.COM Seeking a Breakthrough… Welcome to our new bible series entitled, Inspiring Bible Characters. Our goal for the next eight weeks is to gain inspiration from several men and women who we meet in scripture. To set up this series of lessons, I want us to first examine our own lives. While we have much to be thankful for, most of us are still grappling with things that cause us unrest. For our first lesson, I want to study what it means to arrive at a place of being at peace about whatever has been distressing you. Overcoming that personal distress is commonly referred to as having a breakthrough. I truly hope that as you identify the changes you want to make in your life that you will then be inspired by our bible characters; and ultimately have a ...

Many thanks to Ms. Jan Gore, owner/operator of Texas Caribbean Foods, which is a Dallas South Community Supporter, for inviting the family to her Inauguration Watch Party. Ms. Jan served wonderful refreshments to those in attendance following the swearing in ceremony. 1360 AM Rational Radio gave away President Obama door prizes as well. Here are some pictures from the event held in the South Side on Lamar Blue Room.

Dallas South would like to welcome our latest community supporter, Robert A. Higgins & Associates These are tough economic times that we find ourselves in, and many of us are weighing all of our options. Those who find themselves mired in a Dallas Bankruptcy may want to turn to Robert A. Higgins & Associates. Robert A. Higgins & Associates is a full service bankruptcy law firm that can help you navigate the bankruptcy process. Folks looking for a Dallas Bankruptcy Attorney should look no further than Robert A. Higgins & Associates. If you you are considering Chapter 13 Bankruptcy or Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Contact Them today. They offer free consultations for all new clients, and their law offices are conveniently located in Hurst (Northeast Tarrant County) and Benbrook (Southwest Fort Worth). Folks outside of North Texas going through a Texas Bankruptcy can also call on Robert A. Higgins & Associates. They will help you by referring you to a quality Bankruptcy Attorney in your area. Robert A Higgins & Associates is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. Call right now! 1-800-876-0495 I would like to thank Robert A. Higgins & Associates for being a Dallas South ...