Stop smoking. Start an exercise program. Never watch another World's Strongest Man competition on ESPN2. All very popular New Year's resolutions, but like most, they're very hard to keep. Instead of making resolutions you're going to end up breaking this year, resolve to make resolutions you can actually keep. And your pals at The Motley Fool are here to help you out.

Every day in the month of January we'll offer you a new tip on how to get your finances in order, including resources on how you can make each happen. So make your resolution a Foolish one and join us each day for a new Fool Year's Resolution.

January 31, 2000

Tax Time is Near, Fool!
We know it's an ugly subject, Fool, but start thinking about your taxes. April is right around the corner! Figure out how Uncle Sam views you and your family. Also, think about what children and family issues might present themselves given your current situation. The Fool waxes eloquent on these topics and more. Taxes aren't the most pleasant thing, we know, but you gotta deal with them, so why not let the Fool help?

Do It, Fool!

• Figure out your filing status and the implications it has.
• Read up on the issues that children present.
• Pick up a copy of The Fool's Tax Guide 2000 in FoolMart.
• Visit the Fool site throughout the month of February. We'll be highlighting our awesome tax content.

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