Topeka Solutions

Mark Kossler with Heritage Bank in commercial banking spoke to Topeka Solutions this morning.

He shared that in national news interest rates are inching up, but that consumer spending is strong. That means it’s still a good time to buy a house or finance a business loan. He suggested getting a fixed rate loan.

He also shared that frauds and scams continue not only in banking, but insurance companies have experienced imposters. You could never be too careful. Do not to accept at face value anything that is sent over a text message asking to transfer funds or threatening to cut off your utilities if you don’t pay with a gift card.

Bill Beutler of Garner Remodeling spoke to Topeka Solutions this morning about deck materials. They use a product called decorator brand that is more durable than the standard treated wood product with aluminum powder coated railing.
The decorator brand of materials has very minimal maintenance requirements. If you’re looking to install a deck at your home, it would be worth your time to visit with Garner Remodeling. They can be reached at 785-232-6420.

Melissa Cummings of Genesis Realtors spoke to Topeka Solutions this morning.
She talked about the changes she has seen in real estate in the last 10 to 12 years. First time homebuyer age has increased  as people with college debt are waiting longer to be purchasing a home.

Having a professional realtor that knows the market and knows what to lookout for is you best solution. Genesis has many repeat customers which shows how well they service their clients. 
If you have questions about real estate, the market and what you could do to improve the chances of your home selling or looking to compare what your home is worth give Melissa a call at 785-221-0541

Michael W. Driver, CPA presented a program this morning to the Topeka Solutions networking group with tax updates on federal and state tax law.
He has worked for large accounting firms doing multi state tax work and corporate taxes.
In 2006 he returned to public Accounting and in 2013 started his own practice. He continues to do tax research to serve his customers.
If you have questions about taxes please reach out to Michael W.Driver CPA 785-409-7106.

Nathan Burkholder spoke to Topeka Solutions this morning about condensation in your home and the problems it can cause. Vaulted ceilings often have issues with condensation and poor Insulation. If you have questions about how to make your home more comfortable reach out to Nathan Burkholder 785-249-8759

Jay Coverdale of ServePro West Topeka spoke to our group this morning regarding fire mediation and reconstruction.
ServePro represents the customer when meeting with the insurance adjustor.
If you have questions please teach out to Jay Coverdale.

He also shared his hobby of vehicle restoration.





Seth Smallback  from Heartland Bath Builders spoke to our group this past week about water heaters. Most people don’t do the proper maintenance to keep their hot water heater lasting longer. He also talked about the difference between tankless water, heaters, gas, water heaters versus electric water heaters.
If you have questions about your water heater, please reach out to Seth. 785-230-2373.

Topeka’s Historic Jayhawk Theatre celebrates centennial The Centennial Celebration at Historic Jayhawk Theatre is Sunday, Aug. 16. A $100 gets a behind-the-scenes sneak peeks tour of the facility at 720 SW Jackson St.

Mark MacBeth with RoofMaxx Topeka spoke to our group this morning.
RoofMaxx is a product that extends the life of your roof by rejuvenation.

 Mark runs his business with a code: how he treats customers is how he would treat his family members. This code drives everything he does in business with his employees as well as customers.
To learn more, give him a call at 785-554-9868 or visit the website rmtopeka.com.

Rich Schoenfeld of Stevens and Brand Attorneys at Law spoke to our group about joint revocable trusts and irrevocable trust.

If you have questions about succession, planning, wheels, trust, or real estate transactions it’s always a pleasure working with Rich. He’s extremely well educated in the law and explains in well in layman terms that all can understand.