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Charlottesville, Virginia – February 23, 2026 – OakHeart Financial Group, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. has earned the Ameriprise Client Experience Award for 2025.  OakHeart Financial Group was honored with this award because of their ability to consistently deliver personalized, goal-based advice and exceptional client service. Award recipients earned an ...read more

Charlottesville, Virginia – February 13th, 2026 – Kristen Hardy, CFP® a Private Wealth Advisor with Ameriprise Financial, Inc. in Charlottesville, was named to the list of “Forbes Best-in-State Women Wealth Advisors” published by Forbes. The list recognizes financial advisors who have demonstrated high levels of ethical standards, professionalism, and success in the business.  The rankings are ...read more

With more families exploring a move to Charlottesville and Central Virginia, CharlottesvilleFamily magazine has released its most current Charlottesville Relocation Guide, a free, interactive resource designed to help newcomers discover what makes the region one of Virginia’s most desirable places to live and raise a family. The updated guide offers families insights into neighborhoods, ...read more

Charlottesville, Virginia – January 7th, 2026 – OakHeart Financial Group, a private wealth advisory practice with Ameriprise Financial in Charlottesville, was named to the list of “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” published by Forbes. The list recognizes financial advisors and their teams who have demonstrated high levels of ethical standards, professionalism, and success in the ...read more

One of Virginia’s top solar companies explores rising electricity costs and new financing options for Virginia residents  Virtue Solar is pleased to announce the release of our latest blog post, "How to Lock In 25 Years of Low Energy Rates in 2026," which examines the current energy landscape in Virginia and how homeowners can protect themselves from rising utility costs. With electricity prices ...read more

Growth is exciting — but for small business owners, it’s also one of the most vulnerable transition points. Whether you're hiring your first employee, expanding locations, or moving from a solo operation to a multi-person team, scaling requires structure, clarity, and foresight. This guide explores key growth management strategies that balance operational efficiency, legal compliance, and ...read more

Virtue Solar, a leading solar installation company in Virginia, has released a new blog post titled “What the “Big Beautiful Bill” Means for Solar in Virginia”.  It explores the implications of the recent "One Big Beautiful Bill" on the solar industry, particularly for Virginia residents. Signed into law on July 4th, 2025, this significant piece of energy legislation introduces several changes to ...read more