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How to plan for retirement if you’re a small business owner

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Believe it or not, over one-third of small-business owners lack a retirement savings plan. But after spending years growing your business, we’re willing to bet many of them want a plan …

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9 easiest languages for English speakers to learn

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So you’ve decided to learn a language. (Good choice! We approve.) Your next task, if you’re up for it: Choosing among many options. Should you go …

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The worst (& best) places to pull through a recession in the US

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To recession or not to recession: That is the question.  Whether ‘tis nobler to hunker down in the heart of Colorado or the suburbs of Seattle …

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Should your small business have multiple bank accounts in 2023?

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Are you ready to simplify your small business finances while taking advantage of the best banking perks? Having multiple bank accounts for business can help you …

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Designer Christian Siriano: 10 snippets of advice tailor-made to creators

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When 10,000 dresses showed up in fashion designer Christian Siriano’s living room — 10 times more than intended — he didn’t lose his cool. “In fashion, …

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Top grants for minority small business owners

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Minority small business grants are designed to provide funds and opportunities to business owners who belong to historically marginalized communities. Unlike loans, these grants offer capital …

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9 tips for success if you’re a small business owner

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To run a successful small business today, you need more than a million-dollar idea. You generally also need to have excellent planning and organizational skills, financial …

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Farmers, teachers, car buffs: The unexpected faces of the electric car revolution

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 As electric vehicles get cheaper and car-makers introduce more options, EVs are gaining traction with all types of people — not just elite eco-warriors.  From a …

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How to plan a drama-free, actually fun family reunion

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Benefits of a Family Reunion Trip The benefits of a family reunion trip are many: It’s a rare chance to reconnect, strengthen relationships, and make new …

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Did you even go to Paris if you didn’t do these 10 things?

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Although many say there is no wrong time to go to Paris, you may want to choose your travel dates based on when the weather is …

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You won’t believe how much it takes to be middle class in America

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Recessions, inflation, debt-ceiling limits, oh my. It’s getting harder and harder to be middle-class in America. In fact, Pew Research shows that the number of middle-class …

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How to create a beautiful book bouquet

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If you know a book lover and you’re looking for a creative way to gift some titles you think they’ll love, why not try making a …

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The cost of raising kids has skyrocketed. You won’t believe by how much

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Adjusting for higher future inflation, the Brookings Institution estimates it costs $310,605 for a middle-class family to raise a child born in 2015 up to age …

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How to travel with an infant & not lose your mind

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The most obvious perk of traveling with a baby: You don’t need to pay for their airplane seat until they reach age two! Besides that, the …

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This new BMW feature allows drivers to change lanes with just a glance

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Technology keeps racing forward in the car industry. One of the biggest areas of interest in this field is automated driving features. Tesla has been pushing …

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Perfect gluten-free zucchini muffins

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Now you can make the best gluten-free zucchini muffins using these easy baking tips! Here you will learn how to make zucchini muffins with gluten-free flour …

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The drink your dad really wants this Father’s Day: The Matcha Matcha Man (A matcha mule cocktail)

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We love those Matcha Matcha Men!  Try this delicious Matcha Mule cocktail recipe — a botanical and refreshing drink the whole village would be proud of. …

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4 really good reasons this French aperitif belongs in your home bar

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Pineau des Charentes is a special spirit that defies common categorization. But that may be why it has become such a favorite among bartenders for use …

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Revamp your home office with these pro tips

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When surveyed, more than half of all employees said they want to work from home. But not everyone has a functional home office space that is …

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Wondering where to retire? We found 9 of America’s best cities for retirees

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Retirement is a time to explore new hobbies, travel, and relax. But most importantly, it’s about finding the perfect place to settle down. The U.S. is …

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Can you guess America’s favorite ice cream flavor?

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I scream you scream, we all scream for the scoop of America’s favorite frozen delight! But amid the chorus of cravings, which flavor gets the loudest …

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The most misquoted movie lines of all time

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Picture this: you’re at a movie night with friends, casually dropping classic lines like”Luke, I am your father” in an effort to impress everyone only to …

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10 gadgets Boomers & GenX grew up with that are nearly obsolete

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Sometimes, it feels like technology moves so quickly that you could blink and find yourself behind the times. Devices that were once staples of everyday life …

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10 bloody brilliant British English phrases

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Ahh good ol’ Blighty — or Britain, as you might know it — the little island anchored in the North Atlantic that is renowned for its …

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4 steps to take ASAP after a pay cut

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First and foremost, create a budget if you don’t already have one. List all your expenses for weekly purchases, from groceries to gasoline and parking fees. Add monthly …

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You’re probably not budgeting enough for these basic living expenses

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Basic living expenses, as the name implies, are ones necessary for daily living, with main categories including housing, food, clothing, transportation, healthcare, and relevant miscellaneous costs. …

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This landfill of unused clothing is so big it can now be seen from space

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A mountain of unused fast fashion clothing items in the Atacama Desert in Chile has grown so large that satellites have captured clear images of it. …

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Easy-peasy summer snacks: Yogurt with granola cups

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If you love a good yogurt & granola bowl in the morning, this is a fun recipe to change it up a little and try yogurt …

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How to use a CPAP machine if you have sleep apnea

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Have you or someone you love been diagnosed with sleep apnea? You’re not alone. Doctors estimate that about six million Americans live with this common sleep disorder. Fortunately, CPAP …

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Is technology making you tip more? 60% of Americans say yes

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Tipping has been a part of American culture for centuries, and the rise of technology has made it more convenient than ever. However, with increased convenience …