12/18/2018 12:00:00 AMExperts from the UNT family offer tips for how to achieve your New Year's resolutions.Erin Cristales Online ExtrasExpert Takestory While New Year’s resolutions have gained a reputation for being lost causes, sometimes a little expert guidance is all it takes to make the dream a reality. Whether it’s taking off those last 20 pounds, boning up on financial best practices, or just being a better citizen, experts from the UNT community have weighed in on all of it over the years. Here are a few tips that can assist in reaching some of the more common goals people set for themselves this time of year. Resolution No. 1   How to kick unhealthy habits to the curb How to get (or stay) fit at work   Resolution No. 2 How to invest in real estate How to be smarter during tax season How to start your own investment portfolio   Resolution No. 3   How to make a difference through volunteering How to make a political difference    Resolution No. 4   How to keep love in the air     Resolution No. 5 How to achieve entrepreneurial success How to use social media to advance your career How to give more effective presentations   Resolution No. 6 How to stargaze  How to take great photos How to trace your genealogy   And if you just want to completely reinvent yourself for the New Year -- well, there's advice on how to do that, too.