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Business Succession Planning Part 2: How Life Insurance will insure the Life of Your Business

All too often, business owners will insure their property, assets, and loans. But they don't stop to consider what is most valuable in the business: people. Here are a few ways

How to Create a Financial 5 Year Plan

To improve your financial future, you must first decide on your financial goals and then create a plan to reach them. Here's how to do both.

“If you've got an area of excellence…rich can be arranged.”

That’s part of a quote from a great Martin Scorcese movie – The Color Of Money. Certainly not in my top 10, it has Tom Cruise in it after all, but it had some sparkling dialogue fr

12 Smart Post-Holiday Moves

Holiday spending may have turned your finances into a mess. Get back on track and make the new year all about the new financial you.

The 5 Best Body Lotions

Keeping your skin constantly smooth isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these body lotions and your skin will stay soft and supple.

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Best Money Tips: How to Ask for a Raise

Today we found some fantastic articles on how to ask for a raise, saving on summer camp, and signs you need a vacation.

New $5 bill starts circulating today

The new $5 enters circulation today with a ceremonial "first spend" at the gift shop of President Lincoln’s Cottage at the Soldiers’ Home in Washington, D.

Speed Past Car Debt With This Simple Timing Trick

Satisfy your craving for that new car smell and get your household out of vehicle debt by staggering new car purchases every six years.

Ask The Readers: What Is The Worst Purchase You Ever Made?

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Incentive plans always go awry

Ever worked someplace that had an incentive plan (as in, "Hit these targets and you'll get a bonus")? Here's a little tidbit for you: Incentive plans always go awry.

The 8 Shopping Apps That'll Actually Save You Money in 2016

Couponing keeps getting easier and easier. Whether at the supermarket or your favorite store, these eight apps can save you big bucks.

Ask the Readers: How Often Do You Eat Out?

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Ask the Readers: What Are You Most Looking Forward to in 2012?

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4 Ways to Reduce Your Tax Bill With Bonds

Everyone knows bonds can add diversity and stability to your portfolio. Even better? Many can reduce your taxes, too.

9 Things That Cost More in 2016

If you're looking to be frugal in 2016, these price hikes certainly won't be helping your cause.

Ask the Readers: How Do You Get Rid of Your Unwanted Stuff?

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8 Ways Valentine's Day Picks Your Pocket

On Valentine's Day, you want to show your loved ones how much they mean to you. Just watch out for these common, Cupid-themed money traps.