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How To Get Out of Debt

A financial expert explains why so many people have financial problems right now and advises on how to get out of debt.

By: The Aging Diva
May 17, 2012
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You have to own your financial situation, for better or worse, before you can get out of debt.

A financial expert reveals why we're getting into debt at midlife -- and what we can do about it.
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International Business Etiquette Crash Course

Avoid making these faux pas in Paris, Tokyo, London, Rome and Singapore.

By: Leslie Ayres, The Real Job Search Guru
May 14, 2012
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When in Rome, do as the Romans do? Business etiquette and behavior is different in every country, so if you want to do business around the globe, you need to follow their rules.

If you travel internationally for business, you need to know the etiquette and expected behavior of the host country. Here are tips for Japan, France, the UK, Singapore and Italy.
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Widow to Widow: Key Financial Advice

A financial planner who's lived it herself offers widow to widow counsel.

By: The Aging Diva
May 9, 2012
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Navigating the future after widowhood can be tough. Here, widow to widow financial advice.

The average age of widowhood is 56. What every woman should know about money.
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The Best Retirement Plan Might Be Wilder Than You Think

Your IRA can contain real estate or gold. Find the best retirement for you.

By: The Aging Diva
May 7, 2012
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Your IRA can contain an elegant beach house -- as long as you don't stay there.

Did you know that your IRA doesn't have to be just stocks and bonds. Find out what else you can invest in from beachfront property to Costa Rican hardwood trees.
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America, Take a Vacation, Will You?

Other countries require long vacations, but Americans don’t even take all of ours.

By: Leslie Ayres, The Real Job Search Guru
May 7, 2012
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Americans get less vacation than Europeans and don't even take it all. Source: Getty Images

Don't be like other workers who not only earn less vacation than European counterparts, but often don't even take it. Make a plan for enjoying your vacation days today.

United States has less vacation time than Europe and we don't even take all of our accrued vacation.
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Second Marriage? Don't Get Trapped Financially

Stop! Look! Listen! Five things to know before you embark on a second marriage.

By: The Aging Diva
May 3, 2012
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Don't get trapped by financial issues in a second marriage. Talk first, marry later.

If you're heading to the altar a second time, here are the 5 things you must know. For a happy marriage, make these financial decisions now.
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Give Back and Feel the Joy

As these four entrepreneurs show, when you give back, you profit too.

By: The Aging Diva
May 1, 2012
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Finding a way to give back -- offering books to kids in crisis -- put a smile on Paul Gilbertson's face too.

Want to add richness to your life. Find a way to give back. Here are four people who struck out in adventurous new directions.
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5 Best Free Apps for Business

Top Business Applications for Smartphones and Tablets

By: Scott Steinberg
April 27, 2012
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Free apps can help businesses and working professionals be more productive.

Top Applications for Entrepreneurs, Mobile Professionals
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Retirement for Women: Don't Stick Your Head in the Sand!

We say retirement for women is important, but we don't always plan for it. Here's how to get started.

By: The Aging Diva
April 25, 2012
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Retirement for women is a big, scary subject. Here's how to cut it down to size.

Women all say they need to plan for retirement but few actually do. Here, an expert reveals the easiest way to get started.
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Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day

Thursday 4/26 is the 20th anniversary of taking our children to work.

By: Leslie Ayres, The Real Job Search Guru
April 24, 2012
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Thursday is the 20th annual Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day, which is an opportunity for parents, grandparents, neighbors and mentors to make help a young person learn more about a career.

Thursday 4/26 is the 20th anniversary of taking our children to work, and it's the day to take our sons and daughters to work.
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