WTOP Saves You Money
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.
Generic brand foods cost more these days
Some of those things shoppers counted on to cost less are getting more expensive.
Gas prices spike throughout the region
Gas prices are really taking off again. The average price of regular shot up 11 cents to $3.60 over the past week.
Delay gratification to save while shopping
When searching for deals, the right time to buy could depend on the month, season or even the time of day.
Don't forget about these tax deductions
Sometimes people forget some key deductions they can take. Here's a look at some of them.
Big screen TV prices come down
If you're looking to upgrade from that old tube-style television, there's still time to land a big screen before the Super Bowl.
iPhone, iPad app rewards being a couch potato
Want to earn stuff by watching TV? A free app for that debuted Wednesday.
What are the best weekends for cheap air travel?
WTOP saves you money by helping you find the cheapest weekends to fly.
To save money, don't buy these things at grocery store
Grocery stores are great for convenience, but shoppers can save big bucks buying many items elsewhere.
Freebies: Cupcakes and Pizza
Two cupcake shops are giving away cupcakes and a new pizza shop also has free food.
Your junk could be worth something online
Items taking up space in your house -- everything from your broken espresso machine to your grandparents old furniture -- could be worth a little cash.
Don't get burned booking a hotel online
The last thing you want to find out when you go on vacation is that the room you booked didn't get booked. There are ways to assure your room will be there for you.
Get your credit in check in the new year
It's a new year and time to take stock of your finances and get your fiscal house in order.
Which online retailers offer the easiest returns?
STELLA Service tested the largest 25 online retailers to find out which company issued refunds the quickest and with the fewest hassles.
Saturday deadline looms for 2011 charitable donations
As 2011 draws to a close, you may be able to use a few tax tips.
How to avoid gift card fraud
Crooks are getting gift cards before they've been loaded with money. Here are some tips to avoid getting scammed.
HOLD -- MICHELLE PM COVER Watch for double billing on your cell bill
Before you try what sounds like an easy new way to pay for stuff on the Internet, you should know it could lead to problems.



