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'Money is on our minds': Millennials attempt to stay afloat amid student loan debt 07/11/2018 01:21am • In our three-part special report, Money On Our Minds, WTOP takes a close look at the financial situation of millennials in the D.C. area and how they make ends meet, with a focus on student loan debt, homeownership and retirement planning. WASHINGTON — As college-educated, millennial workers fl How to Deal With a Financial Emergency in Retirement 07/10/2018 08:00pm • Life events like a natural disaster, health crisis or expensive home repair have one factor in common: They come when you least expect them. Most Americans (55 percent) worry about what they would do when faced with a financial emergency, according to the 2018 Northwestern Mutual Planning & Pro A Guide to Creating Your Ideal Household Budget 07/09/2018 08:00pm • Summer is the perfect time to take a look at your finances and create a household budget. Considering all the spending your household will likely endure over the next few months, including travel, barbecuing and back-to-school supplies, it's a good time to take out the calculator and create a budge 7 Steps to Take After a Car Accident 07/02/2018 08:00pm • When Greg Hamblin was in a car accident on Interstate 215 in Las Vegas three years ago, he was driving in evening rush-hour traffic. He was rear-ended by a car going about 40 mph and suddenly sandwiched between two vehicles. Though nobody was hurt, it was a terrifying moment. Hamblin is the direc 'I was just shaking': As Capital Gazette shooting unfolds, woman shares evacuation story 06/29/2018 06:41pm • WASHINGTON — On what was supposed to be a quiet Thursday afternoon,  Jocelyn Gebhardt said she and her co-worker kept hearing loud noises outside their office in the 888 Bestgate Road building. They were on the fourth floor; the first floor houses the Capital Gazette office, where five people di How to Get Into Financial Shape Before the End of the Year 06/28/2018 08:00pm • Have you slacked on your New Year's resolutions? Or maybe you didn't even get started? If that's the case, remember that it's never too late to get a handle on your finances and whip them into shape within the next six months. Understanding the basics of your finances and what budgeting tools are av How to Get Your Free Annual Credit Reports 06/27/2018 08:00pm • If you could get a detailed dossier of your physical health -- outlining the positives and negatives in an easy-to-understand form -- you'd jump at the chance, right? Then consider how easy it is to check on a major part of your financial health with a free credit report. It is the most effective w 7 Tools to Help You Get the Best Rate 06/27/2018 08:00pm • Whether you're renting a car or getting a mortgage, you may be wondering if you're truly netting the best deal. These days, a number of websites and other resources are available to help ensure you aren't paying more than needed. But rather than spend hours combing the web or calling companies to l How Much Should You Save to Fund Major Expenses? 06/14/2018 08:00pm • With interest rates going up, the cost of borrowing money to pay for major life expenses is also going up. The Federal Reserve has already raised the interest rate three times this year and will most likely raise rates again before the year is out. After years of relatively unchanging rates, it's b What Makes 3M Dividends Stick? 06/11/2018 08:00pm • Stop in any Silicon Valley cafe, where a small latte goes for 10 bucks these days, and you'll hear "innovation" bandied about in the same breath as artificial intelligence, machine learning or earthquake insurance. But in the high-tech capital of the planet, few may realize that the mighty fortress 7 tips for buying beach real estate in Del., Md. 06/11/2018 12:00am • EDITOR'S NOTE: The housing bubble before the recession drove prices up at the Delmarva beaches. Then prices sank. It's been nine years since the end of the recession. So have the beach communities recovered? In the series, Beach Real Estate Guide, WTOP's Colleen Kelleher brings you advice on buying, 5 Money Tips for Graduates Who Want to Be Millionaires 06/10/2018 08:00pm • Life as a graduate is like a breath of fresh air. No more grueling exams, assignment deadlines or inconsiderate roommates. It's a new beginning when you can finally live on your own terms. Though you're just starting out and may have a tight budget, how you handle money during the next few years is 6 Side Jobs to Make Extra Money 06/07/2018 08:00pm • Working on the side Whether to make a dent in their debt, save up for vacations or gain more financial independence, many workers are turning to side jobs to supplement their incomes. Demanding anywhere from just a few to several dozen hours a week, "gig" labor goes by several names. The Bureau of L How to Create a Budget That Prioritizes Experiences Over Things 06/07/2018 08:00pm • The days of dreaming about McMansions and luxury cars seem to be dwindling. Nowadays people are more likely to want a tiny house and a lift on Uber. "We're moving into the experience age," says Cary George, CEO of TripGift, a U.K.-based company that sells travel gift cards and offers booking servic 5 common divorce mistakes to avoid 06/06/2018 05:19am • Every divorce has unique characteristics making the experience different for each person. That said, there are a handful of mistakes we find are common occurrences in a divorce. If you’re contemplating divorce, or in the middle of negotiations, this may serve as a good checklist to help you avoid