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Making the Most of Your Staycation

If you want to take a break without leaving your local area, a staycation is a great way to kick back and relax. Here are some helpful tips for making the most of your staycation for maximum enjoyment.

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Tips for Sticking to Your Fitness Goals

If you recently started working out to improve your health, you may be hitting a wall when it comes to motivation. As time progresses, it can be hard to stick to your workout goals. But with these tips, you may find it easier to continue on your fitness journey.

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6 Best Movies Directed by Women

Most moviegoers can point to their favorite actress on screen, but some of cinema’s most talented leading ladies stay behind the camera, in the director’s chair. From gritty war movies and tales of desperation to animated autobiographies and Bollywood musicals, here’s a look at a small handful of the best films directed by women.

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Financial Advice for Seasonal Businesses

Running a seasonal business presents unique advantages as well as challenges. One of the biggest struggles you may face as a seasonal-business owner is managing finances. With the bulk of your income only coming during part of the year, you’ll need to implement a sound strategy to keep your business afloat during the leaner times.

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Should Your Spend Your Retirement Savings?

If you’ve amassed significant savings for your retirement, it’s important to think about what you’ll do with the money. Would you prefer to spend it on yourself, give it away, or hang on to it and leave an inheritance for your children or other loved ones? Your answer will depend on a wide variety of factors, of course, but here are some points to keep in mind as you decide what to do with your nest egg.

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Tax Aspects of Selling Your Business

If you’ve decided to sell your business, you’ve got a lot of decisions to make — and your eventual tax liability may not be at the forefront of your mind. However, since this tax burden could severely cut into your profits, it’s important to consider strategies to preserve your wealth. Here’s a look at what to consider when selling your company.

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CD vs. Savings Account

Whether you’re putting aside funds for a rainy day or a sunny summer vacation, saving money is an absolute must. When it comes to how you save, two of the most popular options are savings accounts and certificates of deposit. The best way to determine which choice is ideal for your situation is to understand the benefits of both.

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Merging Accounts When You Get Married

Financial problems are one of the leading causes of divorce. According to a survey of 1,000 people, nearly half of American couples fight over money. But no matter the state of your finances, once you are married, all of your assets are merged in the eyes of the law. Coming up with a financial plan that works for your marriage is therefore of the utmost importance.

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