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From the firm: Starting fresh starts here!

Welcome to 2020! It hardly seems possible that we are starting a new year, let alone a new decade. The thought is both exciting and a bit overwhelming...

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Beat the post-holiday slump

Now that the calendar has flipped to January 2, it’s time to put away the decorations, take off the loungewear and get back to business. If you are li...

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Functional fitness training: Is it right for you?

Everyone should be concerned about maintaining their health and fitness as they age. This is where functional fitness comes in. In a nutshell, functio...

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Test your healthy habit IQ

Most of us know what we should do to keep healthy, but few of us think much about why we should develop these habits. Many experts say that understand...

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Bouncing back from a setback

The New Year is often a time of renewal and moving forward, but this can be difficult if you’ve suffered a serious setback. Whether you are feeling ph...

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To a tea!

Drinking tea is a global ritual—and each part of the world has created its own customs to enjoy it fully. If you’re looking to make tea drinking a hab...

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Your guide to business gift etiquette

’Tis the season for generosity and showing others appreciation, which commonly means the giving of gifts. It can be tricky to know if it’s appropriate...

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Charitable gift giving

Sometimes the gift of cash is better than anything you can put under the tree. However, with any monetary gift, it’s important to understand the tax r...

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Your holiday business rush survival guide

The holidays can be hectic for business owners... unless you have an appropriate holiday strategy. Now is the time to start preparing so you can make...

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Reduce your holiday hosting risk

If you are hosting a holiday gathering this season, make sure you can party with peace of mind by addressing any potential liability issues upfront. T...

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Milk and—something special—for Santa

Can you believe that Santa will soon be here? If you want him to make a stop at your house, then you’ll need to consider what treat you are going to l...

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Best holiday quiz ever!

Take some time to challenge family, friends and coworkers with this holiday quiz. You might even make it part of your holiday gathering or as an ice b...

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From the firm: A season of giving...

Here we are at the tail end of the year. And that means it’s time to get things wrapped up so you can breathe easy and enjoy this special season. Be s...

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The ultimate Halloween trivia quiz

Forget the standard Halloween quizzes—this trivia will truly test your knowledge of this holiday. See how well you do, then test your family and frien...

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10 easy DIY Halloween costumes

Dressing up for Halloween can be expensive and time consuming unless you use one of the following DIY costume ideas—perfect for trick-or-treating, goi...

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