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What Is the White House's Renters Bill of Rights? 03/15/2023 08:00pm • The laws that regulate rental properties, landlords and tenants vary widely across the U.S., as property law is dependent on state and local statutes. Depending on the city or state you live in, you may find that the policies in place either heavily favor the landlord or the renter, but rarely does Understanding the Recommendations for COVID-19 Booster Shots 03/15/2023 08:00pm • With all the talk in the past couple of years about COVID vaccines and boosters, it may be confusing to know just when you should get a COVID-19 booster. A lot of that confusion has to do with the new COVID strains that have emerged, as well as the continuously changing vaccination guidelines. Still How to Achieve Work-Life Balance 03/15/2023 08:00pm • Since the COVID-19 pandemic, people have realized the need to pay more attention to their work-life balance. Many joined the Great Resignation and quiet quitting movements to gain work-life balance on a larger scale. But what is work-life balance, exactly? The Oxford Dictionary defines work-life bal Aspiring DC 911 director encouraged by reports of more ambulances sent to wrong address 03/15/2023 06:54pm • Lawmakers are sharing that last year, D.C. 911 call takers dispatched 34 ambulances to the wrong address — and so far this year, they've sent 36 to the wrong place. As part of her confirmation hearing, the acting director of the dispatch center explained why. Mayor Muriel Bowser's pick to run t Hardwood Flooring Costs and How to Save 03/14/2023 08:00pm • Hardwood flooring is expensive, but on the bright side, it's an investment. According to a 2022 study by Point2 Homes which examined 52 million words on over 730,000 property descriptions, hardwood flooring was one of the most popular amenities used to sell a home or condo throughout the U.S. There What Really Happens During an IRS Tax Audit 03/13/2023 08:00pm • You may picture a tax audit like a scene in the movies: IRS agents in dark suits show up at your door and sift through boxes of papers. Instead, most tax audits are much less dramatic. They usually start with a letter, and in most cases the IRS handles them entirely through correspondence. Here's wh Moore appointee to Stadium Authority board has troubled financial past 03/13/2023 12:59pm • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. One of Gov. Wes Moore’s appointees to the board of the Maryland Stadium Authority – an agency charged with overseeing hundreds of millio 29 graduates sworn in as Montgomery Co. police officers amid push to increase recruits 03/10/2023 08:08pm • A brand new class of police recruits have been sworn in to their new jobs, serving five different law enforcement agencies in Montgomery County, Maryland. The 29 members of the 75th session of the Montgomery County Police Training Academy will work in the Montgomery County, Takoma Park, Gaithersb After 5 deadly fires in Montgomery Co., 'all-hands-on-deck' effort to check on all apartment buildings without sprinklers 03/10/2023 11:40am • Over the weekend, firefighters in Montgomery County, Maryland, will be spreading critical safety tips to prevent fires. It comes after the county saw five fatal fires in just three weeks., fire department officials say. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue spokesman Pete Piringer said the weekend Data Doctors: Signs your computer is infected 03/10/2023 03:55am • Q: I’m seeing unusual activity on my computer — what are the signs of it being infected? A: It could be malware. Malware is a general term for any kind of ‘malicious’ software designed to exploit users or cause harm to their devices. Signs of a malware infection can be somewhat obvious The 13 Best Luggage Tags (That'll Stand Out at Baggage Claim) 03/09/2023 07:00pm • When you're traveling, there are times you may be away from your bag. Whether it's going through security, storing your carry-on in the overhead bin or checking a suitcase, it's important to have your bag marked with your personal information. This way, you can quickly identify that it's yours when Should You Hire a Tax Professional This Year? 03/09/2023 07:00pm • Tax season has started in earnest, and you might be wondering if you should tackle filing yourself or hire a tax preparer to do it for you. Tax professionals can be a big help, taking the stress out of doing your taxes, especially if you're self-employed, have had a major life event like marriage or Best Places to Retire Overseas Without a Car 03/08/2023 07:00pm • Cars have long been a hallmark of American culture. Many begin their love affairs with cars before they even learn how to drive and continue them throughout their lives. But cars are expensive, especially for retirees. Transportation is the second-biggest expense for Americans 65 and older after hou 10 Best Online Outlet Stores That Save You Money 03/08/2023 07:00pm • Everyone loves a bargain, and outlet stores promise name-brand goods at deep discounts. Originally intended to sell overstocked goods or items with minor defects, outlet stores have turned into shopping destinations, and now they can be found online as well. Many brands, from high-end designers such 15 Best Jobs for Remote Workers 03/08/2023 07:00pm • Best jobs to work remotelyRemote work can free up your hours for better work-life balance, improve your quality of life and may even enable you to work from another part of the country or abroad. Working from home is also desirable as the COVID-19 pandemic continues in 2023.The jobs on this list are