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Should You Offer an Employee Stock Ownership or Profit-Sharing Plan?

When you’re building a business, having the right people on your team is critical. Being able to recruit rising stars and retain them necessitates providing incentives that keep your business competitive, including retirement plans, health insurance, and flexible work arrangements. Employee stock ownership plans and profit-sharing are also great ways to build loyalty among your employees — but is either a good fit for your business?

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Are You Putting Enough Money into Your Savings Account?

There is a balance between just enough and too much when it comes to money in your savings account. Even though saving as much as you can while still fulfilling your bills and enjoying life is a respectable goal, a savings account doesn’t often yield the highest return. If you’re wondering if you’re putting enough or too much into your savings account, here is a quick guide to help you better manage your money.

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What to Do if You Make a Mistake on Your Taxes

The approaching tax deadline puts pressure on many Americans to file and submit a return on time. Sometimes, that rush can lead to mistakes. Other times, a mistake may occur without you even knowing it for some time after, like an employer making a typo on a W-2. Whatever the case may be, a mistake on your taxes likely means you’ll need to file an amended return. Fortunately, that’s not terribly difficult to do.

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How to Prevent and Alleviate Burnout in the Workplace

When your employees are experiencing burnout on the job, it’s not just a problem for them — it has the potential to negatively affect your entire business. To promote your business’s success and protect the well-being of your workers, it’s vital to recognize the key signs of burnout and know how to address them. Even more importantly, your company should also consider strategies and policies to keep burnout from occurring in the first place.

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Prep Your Patio for a Summer of Fun

Summer will soon be here with its extra hours of sun, warm nights, and opportunities to embrace the great outdoors. With a little patio prep, you can maximize the fun. If you’re ready to transform your outdoor space for an unforgettable summer, check out the following tips.

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Popular eSports and How to Watch Them at Home

If you’re a fan of spirited competition and fast-paced action, check out the world of eSports. With some of the most popular games and internet personalities taking the spotlight, watching eSports can be a great way to make new friends, explore gaming culture, and revel in your favorite team’s heart-pounding wins. Here’s how you can watch action-packed gaming from the comfort of your couch.

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Best Economy-Class Sedans Still Being Produced

As the price of new vehicles goes up and the automotive industry continues to focus on tapping into the SUV market, it is getting increasingly difficult to find great economy-class sedans. That said, there are a few automakers still maintaining a stalwart commitment to that all-time essential American mode of transportation: the budget-friendly passenger car. The following are five of these cars. They have all of the latest tech gadgets and a starting MSRP at or under $25,000.

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5 Entertaining Easter Activities for the Whole Family

Are you looking for ways to entertain your family on Easter? Celebrate the day and the season of spring with the following activities that are sure to engage your loved ones. Whether you have a lot of time or just a bit of quality time to spend with each other, you and your family will love these creative additions to your day!

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3 Tips for Taking Care of Your Knees

Your knees help keep you moving in the right direction, but when they are sore, injured, or achy, walking, running, jumping, or even just moving can be nearly impossible. And pushing through the pain will not serve you in the long run. If your knees are already troubling you or you want to take action before they do, incorporate the following tips into your routine.

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4 Retro Video Games to Revisit for Nostalgia

Since the 1980s, video games have gone from a niche hobby to a global juggernaut that rakes in billions of dollars a year. If gaming was an integral part of growing up, you have no shortage of opportunities to recapture the joy of your youth. Retro video games are all the rage across consoles and PCs, and that means some of the most popular and influential games ever made are at your fingertips.

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