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How Five Retirees Turned Their Passion into a Business
For these entrepreneurs, later life has little to do with winding down. Find out how they turned hobbies and passions into businesses — and how you can, too.
By Brian O'Connell
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Five Key Wake-Up Calls for Ambitious Business Owners, From a Biz Specialist
Your personal financial plan needs to include a formal exit strategy for your business, or you could be in trouble.
By Paul Brahim, CFP®, CEPA®
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Building a Business That Lasts: The Critical Steps to Avoid Blunders
'Another Way' author David Whorton offers advice on how to build an 'evergreen' business that endures by avoiding common pitfalls that can lead to failure.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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How to Position Your Business for a Lucrative Exit Despite Private Equity's Slowdown
As private equity firms seek strongly performing companies, crafting a narrative about your business' high-quality assets and future opportunities can make a lucrative sale possible.
By Kaleb J. Lilly, CPA
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20 Secrets to Shopping at Costco
Smart Buying Get the most out of your Costco membership by taking advantage of lesser-known perks and hidden deals.
By Erin Bendig
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Your Retirement Side Hustle Starter Kit: The Essential Tools and Apps You Need
Check out seven awesome tools and apps to jumpstart your retirement side hustle with confidence.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Selling Your Business? This Powerful Insurance Option Unlocks Multigenerational Wealth
Private placement life insurance (PPLI) offers almost unbelievable investment flexibility, estate planning and tax advantages. And it's completely legit.
By Jamie Carroll
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Back‑to‑School Tax‑Free Deals Hit Walmart & Apple This Summer: States, Dates and Limits
Sales Tax Select states host sales tax holidays during the summer. Here’s what you can purchase.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Ready to Retire? Your Five-Year Business Exit Strategy
If you're a business owner looking to sell and retire, it can take years to complete the process. Use this five-year timeline to prepare and stay on track.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA®