While it now has offices throughout the Midwest, Oak Partners can trace its origin to the Chase Bank building in Merrillville, Indiana where Founder Fred Ruiz started the business 30 years ago. Inspired by their father’s client-focused approach to...
As real estate agents, McColly’s brokers understand the importance of investing in the betterment of their communities. Whether it be donating to those in need or educating others about real estate careers and homeownership, putting the community...
After 10 years of working at Oak Partners, Wealth Advisor Stacey Fargo has been recognized as a Rising Star by the Rising Star Women Advisor program. While she has worked in the financial services industry for her entire career, she did not begin...
After watching HGTV’s “House Hunters” for years, McColly Real Estate Broker Mary Swiercz had the unexpected opportunity to appear on an episode of the show filming in Northwest Indiana. A casting director reached out to her via social media...
Finding the right health insurance provider and plan can be daunting when you don’t know where to start. This is why UnitedHealthcare is committed to educating its communities on what factors to consider when choosing both a provider and a plan....
One of the prime times for generous giving falls during the upcoming holiday season when people are in a giving spirit. As an organization that embraces and empowers community, United Way Northwest Indiana is seeking your support this holiday season...
With many young families moving to Portage, the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Stepping Stones Early Learning Center on Friday, November 3 came at the perfect time to accommodate the childcare needs of both incoming and current Portage residents....
Since 1959, Strack & Van Til has been serving the Northwest Indiana area and providing high-quality produce and goods at over 20 store locations. Strack & Van Til’s legacy would not be possible without its past and present hardworking...
