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Gas prices up 3 cents this week, 26 cents from a year ago
The latest WTOP Pain in the Gas survey shows the average price of a gallon of regular went up by 3 cents to $3.81 a gallon over the past week.
E-books are convenient, but beware of the drawbacks
There may be more to e-books than consumers realize, and those things add up.
Paying income taxes with credit is pricey
A fee of roughly two percent to two and a half percent can be applied to your annual transaction.
How to check your credit for medical debt snags
When a debt collector goes after you for a late medical bill, your credit can suffer _ even if you quickly pay up.
Make a buck pawning these items
Some items you have around the house might be worth a couple of bucks.
Easy tips for improving gas mileage one step at a time
Good vehicle maintenance, streamlining luggage and knowing when to idle and when to turn the car off are only some of the ways to save on gas mileage.
Saving money using credit card rewards programs
As gas prices keep rising, there are ways to ease the pump pain. Making the most of credit card rewards programs is one way to save on gas.
Freebie deals for those born on Leap Day
Those born on Feb. 29 can get deals that will fill them up.
10 things better bought used
"Something old, something new, something borrowed," goes the familiar refrain. But when it comes to buying power, some things really can be purchased second hand.
Practical shopping tips to be food frugal
Cook the meat in the fridge over the weekend so it's ready to throw into a weekday dish, suggests financial coach Mindy Crary.
Get free pancakes on 'National Pancake Day'
For the sixth year in a row, IHOP is celebrating National Pancake Day by giving away a short stack of Buttermilk pancakes Tuesday.
DIY ways to feel better when sick
Instead of running to the doctor or the drug store, many turn to home remedies to cure ailments.
Gas prices still climbing; Virginia hit hard
The latest WTOP Pain in the Gas survey shows the average price of a gallon of regular went up 3 cents to $3.70 over the past week, and up 48 cents over one year ago. Tweet where the best gas prices are. Use #WTOPgas.
Compared to other countries, U.S. gas prices are cheap
In some countries, the price of gas is over $9 a gallon.
Move over, Black Friday: Presidents Day is hot to shop
The long weekend is fast-becoming a highlight for shoppers, as retailers offer deep discounts rivaling deals on Black Friday. The holiday honoring the nation's commanders in chief is now second only to Labor Day in sales.
Think 'Hump Day' for filling up the tank
Gas prices are inching higher by the day, but it turns out there is a day of the week when gas prices are cheapest.
Seeing your future self makes you save more
WTOP's Nathan Hager talks with U.S. News & World Report's Alpha Consumer Blogger Kimberly Palmer.
Save 6 percent on energy-efficient appliances
Through Feb. 20, you'll get the 6 percent tax break as part of the annual Shop Maryland Energy weekend.
Trade gift cards for frequent flier miles
United-Continental Airlines will now let passengers trade in their gift cards for some frequent-flier miles.
Truecar.com takes the negotiating out of car buying
Imagine a world where car buying does not include haggling over the price. The website, truecar.com, promises to give users the "real price" of a car so buyers don't have to negotiate in the showroom.
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