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Tamila McDonald

Tamila McDonald is the Chief Operations Officer at District Media, Inc. A U.S. Army veteran with 20 years of distinguished service—including five years as a military financial advisor.  Tamila is a former AFCPE-certified personal financial counselor who spent eight years post-retirement guiding wounded warriors and families on budgeting, VA benefits, and long-term planning, bringing more than 15 years of specialized writing and content leadership in personal finance and HR topics to ensure District Media delivers trustworthy, experience-backed guidance.

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Cook At Home

16 Classic Recipes That Will Take You Back to Your Childhood

March 27, 2024
By Tamila McDonald
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Oh, the golden years of childhood! Back then, even the simplest of foods seemed to hold the most extraordinary flavors, and every meal was an adventure. Here are 16 classic recipes that will take you back to the time of licking beaters covered in … [Read more...] about 16 Classic Recipes That Will Take You Back to Your Childhood

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Tax • Taxes

12 Tax Deductions Everyone 50+ Needs to Know About

March 27, 2024
By Tamila McDonald
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We all know that figuring out tax deductions is challenging, and it's especially hard when you've celebrated more than half a century of life's ups and downs. However, we've got some advice that just might help you. Here are 12 tax deductions that … [Read more...] about 12 Tax Deductions Everyone 50+ Needs to Know About

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Investing

10 Investment Mistakes To Avoid In Retirement

March 27, 2024
By Tamila McDonald
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Retirement! That golden era when you finally get to spend your days perfecting your golf swing, spoiling the grandkids rotten, or traveling to those places you've always dreamed of but never had the time to visit. But before you start planning that … [Read more...] about 10 Investment Mistakes To Avoid In Retirement

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Finances & Money • Saving Money

19 Money-Saving Hacks That Don’t Feel Like Sacrifices

March 22, 2024
By Tamila McDonald
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Breaking news - saving money doesn't have to be boring. With the right mindset and some creativity, you can pad your wallet without feeling like you're making huge sacrifices. No, we’re not talking about living off ramen noodles or turning your … [Read more...] about 19 Money-Saving Hacks That Don’t Feel Like Sacrifices

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Behavior • Self Improvement

14 Proven Strategies for Overcoming Procrastination and Getting Things Done

March 22, 2024
By Tamila McDonald
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Do you often find yourself trapped in the vicious cycle of procrastination? You're not alone. Procrastination is the art of delaying tasks, and mastering it can feel like you're winning at life, except you're not. But fear not, for there are ways to … [Read more...] about 14 Proven Strategies for Overcoming Procrastination and Getting Things Done

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Behavior • Health

14 Ways to Stay Active and Healthy After 60

March 22, 2024
By Tamila McDonald
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As the clock ticks beyond 60, it's easy to start feeling like you're supposed to slow down and take it easy. But here’s the truth - those golden years are not just for sitting around watching daytime TV! Nope, they're for staying active and healthy. … [Read more...] about 14 Ways to Stay Active and Healthy After 60

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Self Improvement

12 Common Resume Mistakes and How to Fix Them for Your Dream Job

March 22, 2024
By Tamila McDonald
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Whenever you’re looking for a new job, creating a good resume can sometimes be the most difficult part of all! What do you include? What do you not include? There’s so much to think about! Luckily for you, we’ve got 12 mistakes that you might be … [Read more...] about 12 Common Resume Mistakes and How to Fix Them for Your Dream Job

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Finances & Money • Saving Money

12 Essential Steps to Achieve Financial Independence by 60

March 22, 2024
By Tamila McDonald
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Have you ever wanted to retire early for a life of leisurely afternoons and never-ending Netflix binges? Well, achieving financial independence by 60 might just be your ticket to that dream. Here are 12 essential steps to help you achieve financial … [Read more...] about 12 Essential Steps to Achieve Financial Independence by 60

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