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The air is getting warmer and the days longer, and that means summer vacation planning is in full swing.
5 tips to getting the best deal on a new car
With the average price of a new car more than $30,000, you'll want to make sure you don't rush into a purchase.
Tips to avoid common cable mistakes
Don't be afraid to negotiate when choosing a new cable TV provider or trying to get cheaper monthly rates.
Emotions play a huge role in shopping
Whether online or in a store, shopping and emotions go hand in hand.
Consumers shop with the environment in mind, remain confused by products
A new study by Cone Communications found 71 percent of American consumers consider the environment when they shop, and almost half look for environmental information when deciding which product to purchase.
It's in the approach: Get what you want from businesses
People have a right to get what they pay for. If a product breaks down or a service isn't provided as planned there are right and wrong ways to ask for satisfaction.
Looking for a new bike? Tips for finding the right bike shop
The best bike shops offer good service before and after customers pedal away on a new ride. Washington Consumers' Checkbook has numbers of tips to help cyclists navigate a purchase.
Free online services offered for some to file tax returns
April 15, or Tax Day, is only days away and if you haven't filed your federal return yet, you might be eligible to use a free online service.
Virginia's tax refund debit cards come with fees
Virginia's Way2Go prepaid debit card for state tax refunds can cost taxpayers money, if they are not careful.
Cost to raise your bundle of joy just spiked
The cost to raise a child increased by 25 percent over the past decade. So no it's not your imagination, your children really are draining your wallet.
Course load: Growing burden of college fees
Though their names can border on the comical - i.e., the "student success fee" - there's nothing funny about how they can add up. Colleges lean on fees to bring in revenue in a way that may not be as apparent to as many students.
Smart ways to save money for retirement
Parents may want to pay for their child's education, but they also need enough money in the bank to survive in retirement. Financial expert Carmen Wong Ulrich offers some money saving advice.
How to make it more likely you'll get a warning, not a ticket
Drivers hate to see insurance premiums rise, but there may be ways for drivers to talk their way out of tickets.
How to make money selling Dominion solar power
If you have a solar panel on your roof or in your backyard producing more electricity than you need, it could soon be a moneymaker.
D.C. among worst cities to retire
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Washington as among the worst cities in the country for retirees.
Cherry blossom Petal Pass gives retail discounts
The National Cherry Blossom Festival is offering discounts at area businesses, including Macys, Subway and Georgetown Cupcakes.
When to get the best vacation travel deals
With the start of spring, travelers may be planning their summer getaways. Find out when to get the best prices on flights.
How to haggle to save money
Want to save money on your cable bills or car purchase? It can be as easy as haggling for a better price.
Debit cards replace refund checks in Va.
Virginia taxpayers aren't receiving tax refund checks in the mail this year. That's because the state eliminated the paper form of payment opting for direct deposit or sending taxpayers a debit card instead.
5 free ways to see Washington, a city of museums
5 free ways to explore the US capital, from Washington's museums to its revived waterfronts
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