PAYING DIVIDENDS


by Michael Creasman, CFP


record low levels and certificates of deposit (CDs) can no longer be counted upon to provide inflation- beating income. As far as the stock market is concerned, volatility is rel- atively high, and stock prices seem to be more reflective of economic machinations than underlying fun- damentals. Confronted with such circumstances, investors may want to set their sights on stocks that pay dividends. While a stock’s dividend- paying power does not necessar- ily assure that the stock is a winner, dividends can provide investors with a predictable income stream. Tis may not be a get-rich prescription, but it does afford some certainty when other traditional sources of income have slowed.


necessarily guaranteed, dividend- paying stocks should be selected on the basis of a company’s ability to generate sufficient cash to pay the dividend.


where to invest their money for the best return. With the year 2011 just days away, it’s a good time to make commitments that improve your quality of life. Please call CREAS- MAN 401(k) PLAN ADVISOR, INC., at 828-253-7231 to schedule a consultation. We are fee-based fi- nancial planners who specialize in providing complete financial ser- vices to middle-income individuals and families. We help our clients grow and conserve wealth regardless of the economic climate. www.creasmanfp.com


THE ONLY Many people are uncertain about HINT: Because dividends are not


By Clint Parker Te Woodfin Police Depart-


ment raised more than $850 dur- ing a ‘Cops for Tots’ motorcycle


‘Nutcracker’


performance at NBES


Te annual “Nutcracker” per-


formance by the second-grade students at North Buncombe El- ementary School will be held at 7 pm on Dec. 14 at the school.


and vehicle run on Saturday (Nov. 27).


Te annual program donates


gifts and other holiday needs to less privileged Woodfin residents.


A cappella group at Weaverville Library


Local a cappella singing group


Pastymes will perform at 1:30 pm on Dec. 11 at the Weaverville Li- brary. Te Weaverville Library Friends are sponsoring the event. For more information, call the li- brary at 250-6482.


REECE’S TIRE DEALS


New Location (Old Kelly Building) 283 Weaverville Hwy.


Over 30 years experience! Fastest service in town!


CalvaryWorship Center


Proclaiming the Power of Pentecost


A church where you will be loved as you are but changed by the Lord Jesus Christ.


Just in time for Christmas


Same friendly faces & quick service that you’re used to, just at a new location.


New & Used Tires


Lawn & Garden Tires Custom Wheels


Danny Whitted owner since 1998


Mon-Fri.-8-5:30 – Sat 8-12 • Closed Sunday 828-645-6666 or 252-2254 www.leicesterleader.com 828-254-7936 December 2 - December 8, 2010 - THE TRIBUNE/LEADER 11


Sunday: Sunday School 10 am MorningWorship 11 am EveningWorship 6 pm


Wednesday: Kids & Youth Ministry 6:30 pm Adult Bible Study 6:45 pm


Pastor Ron Dodson invites you to an awesome worship experience!


101 Calvary Drive, Marshall, NC 28753 For more information call 828.649.1073


Investors may be wondering where to put their money now that inter- est rates are at


Woodfin


Motorcyclists join ‘Cops for Tots’ run


Wellness, Solid Gold


Wysong, Nature’s Variety, Raw Frozen EVO, Innova,


California Natural


Herbal remedies Flower Essences


Homeopathic Remedies


Genuine Lane Cedar Chest 199 to $


399


Holiday Sale Priced $


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