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Prepaid cards charge high fees for students

It's back to school time for college students and chances are, they have already been hit by a few credit card offers. But students need to be wary of another popular card that comes with heavy fees -- prepaid debit cards.

Tags: prepaid debit cards, credit cards, college, students, Jamie Forzato

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Travel prices drop after Labor Day

If London has long been on your list of travel destinations, September may be the month to do it. Not only do travel prices drop after Labor Day, but following the Olympics, Europe will need people to fill hotel rooms.

Tags: Dick Uliano, travel, smart money

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Gas prices on the rise again

The latest WTOP Pain in the Gas survey shows the average price of a gallon of regular gasoline is $3.49, 5 cents higher than it was last week.

Tags: pain in the gas, price at the pump

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Your voice is the key to discounts

If you don't like clipping coupons or waiting for sales, there's another tool you can use to get a deal on just about anything, and you were born with it: your voice.

Tags: discounts, michelle basch

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Study shows Amazon pricier than Wal-Mart

Think buying from Amazon is cheaper than shopping at the store? Think again.

Tags: Amazon, Wal-Mart, Walmart

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Checking baby strollers, car seats on airlines

If you are planning a trip this summer and it involves taking small children, we have some info for you.

Tags: strollers, thomas warren, airlines

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Caribbean vacations are cheaper now

Whether looking for Father's Day or graduation gifts or trying to get away, shoppers can get some great deals this month.

Tags: Max Smith, June deals

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Oysters save you taxes while saving the Chesapeake

If you want to help clean up the Chesapeake Bay and you're fond of oysters, there's a program you should know about.

Tags: Chesapeake Bay, taxes,

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What are the best cars for commuting?

With commutes in the region so long, selecting the right car can make all the difference.

Tags: john aaron, commute, cars

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Tips for tackling a ballooning cellphone bill

Smartphones can pull off a growing number of high-tech tasks, but the cost of cellphone service is growing as well.

Tags: mitchell miller, phone bill, cellphone

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