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How to ease your kids into estate planning

NerdWallet When parents talk with their kids at the dinner table, estate planning probably doesn’t come up. But considering we aren’t immortal, it should. It’s worth having age-appropriate conversations to introduce children to the idea of estate planning. As children grow older, parents can provide more specifics about their plans and eventually assist their children in developing their own plans as adults. Run them through your estate plan If you have an estate plan in place, consider running your children through it so they have an idea of what’s included in one. ...

Enjoy sun and scenery at the most beautiful beaches in the country

Wealth of Geeks Last year, interest in beach vacations increased by 86%, with experts predicting it’ll continue to climb this year. Beach outings are three times more popular than the next closest destinations. Are you looking to soak up some ‘Vitamin Sea’ this summer? A study conducted by Florida Rentals analyzed the number of Instagram hashtags for the most visited beaches in the US. Then they compared the length of the beach to calculate the number of hashtags per meter. A spokesperson for Florida Rentals said, “With only three states featuring in the top ten, it’s ...

Common workplace benefits

Metro Salary is just one component of the package that businesses may offer their employees. Though salary is important, an honest comparison of companies can benefit from a look at the larger picture — and that includes an analysis of what companies offer in addition to financial compensation. Some people feel that certain perks outrank salary on their professional priority list. The Society of Human Resource Management indicates 92 percent of employees feel employment benefits are important for overall job satisfaction. They’re also a driving factor when candidates read job ...

Who doesn’t love chocolate?

Chocolate! Nearly everyone loves chocolate because it makes you feel good! Chocolate cake, cookies, hot chocolate, pie, biscotti, etc… I love making desserts using that good cocoa from Pennsylvania. Today I’m sharing 4 of my favorite chocolate recipes. You really can have your cake and eat it too! Chocolate Crinkles • 3/4 cup shortening • 5/8 cup cocoa • 2 cups sugar • 4 eggs • 2 tsp vanilla • 2 cups flour • 2 tsp baking powder • 1/2 tsp salt • 1 cup 10X sugar, to roll cookies in. Preheat oven to 350. Mix together the shortening, ...

Make Memorial Day a success

Metro Summer unofficially starts with the arrival of Memorial Day at the end of May. Although it is a holiday designed to honor American military personnel who have died in various wars, it also serves double-duty as a chance to gather with friends and loved ones and enjoy the return of the warm-weather entertaining season. Barbecues are the centerpieces of Memorial Day celebrations. It may have been awhile since the grill was fired up, so anyone can use a little refresher course in barbecue etiquette. Here are some tips for making the most of Memorial Day parties. Ready the ...

Savor a sweet morning snack

Family Features Add some sweetness to your breakfast routine with this delicious and easy-to-make Cherry Coffee Cake. Cherry Coffee Cake Nonstick cooking spray • 1 can (12.4 ounces) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing • 1 1/2 cups (21-ounce can) cherry pie filling • 1/2 cup slivered almonds or pecans (optional) Heat oven to 375 F. Spray 9-inch round cake pan with nonstick cooking spray. Separate cinnamon roll dough into eight rolls; cut each roll into quarters. Place dough rounded-side down in pan. Spoon pie filling over rolls. Sprinkle almond slivers or ...