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Is Your Auto Insurance Going Up? Here's How to Lower Your Bill 02/01/2018 07:00pm • Car insurance rates have been steadily climbing, and while there are several culprits, one might surprise you: the rise of high-tech safety features, which are costly for mechanics to replace and companies to insure. Federal Consumer Price Index data shows that car insurance rates typically rise Consider Doing Some Financial Housecleaning in the New Year 01/25/2018 07:00pm • The new year is a time when many of us make money resolutions and set goals for the upcoming year. The more concrete the goal, the more likely you are stick to it and see it through. Financial goals are especially relevant for the new year because many components of our finances, such as earning in What's Your Number? The Ins and Outs of Net Worth 01/24/2018 07:00pm • If you want to know your financial value, forget about your credit score. Instead, the number you really want to know is your net worth. It boils all your money decisions down to one figure that represents your financial standing. "People are worth a lot more than money," says Hans Scheil, a certif Letting Go Is Part of Parenting, Too 01/24/2018 07:00pm • Raising a child is really hard work. There's so much to do, like making rules and following through, monitoring screen time, ensuring kids eat green foods, disciplining the bully, picking up the bullied and checking homework. Then there's the teen years, when parents must be extra vigilant, includin Maryland ranks among worst states for drivers in report 01/24/2018 12:50pm • WASHINGTON — Maryland is the third-worst state to drive in, a report by WalletHub says. Maryland was brought down by poor performances in several of WalletHub’s categories, including rush-hour congestion, average commute time and miles driven per person. The state also performed poorly in the 8 Things You Shouldn't Keep in Your Basement or Garage 01/21/2018 07:00pm • Take a second look at what you keep in your garage or basement.For many homes in the U.S., a basement or garage tends to be the catch-all for seasonal or forgotten items that may be useful at some point down the line. Nearly 1 in 4 Americans can't even fit their car in the garage due to clutter, acc 12 Terms You Need to Know to Get Out of Debt and Clean Up Your Credit 01/18/2018 07:00pm • One in four adults say they plan to pay down debt this year, according to the 2018 Fidelity Investments New Year's Resolutions Study. As a first step, they may want to acquaint themselves with the financial terms surrounding debt and credit. Failure to do so could diminish their chances of success. How to Get a Mortgage if You're Self-Employed 01/15/2018 07:00pm • Many self-employed workers earn a good living, but without a regular paycheck to depend on, these workers might have a harder time proving their income than those who receive a W-2. This makes it more difficult to obtain a mortgage, but buying a home with a mortgage is possible when you're self-emp Transcript of Ralph Northam's inaugural address 01/13/2018 04:20pm • WASHINGTON — Below is the speech Governor Ralph Northam delivered at his inauguration on Saturday, Jan. 13. Mr. Speaker, Lt. Governor Fairfax, Attorney General Herring, Members of the General Assembly, Justices of the Supreme Court, Judge Tyler, honored guests, Pam, Aubrey, and Wes, my fellow V Food truck driver in fatal crash seeks new venue, exclusion of video 01/11/2018 12:43pm • LEESBURG, Va. -- The food truck driver charged with involuntary manslaughter in the crash that killed a mother of three last year says he cannot get a fair trial in Loudoun County. In court motions, the attorney for Tony Steven Dane, who is being held without bond in the death of 39-year-old Erin Family money talks to have in 2018, and 5 tips to make them successful 01/03/2018 05:34pm • As you set your New Year’s resolutions, consider making at least one related to managing your money. One good one to consider is to have money conversations with those who share in your wealth. If talking about money makes you feel uneasy, rest assured that with practice, your money talks can l 3 Things That Will Improve Your Retirement Life in the Future 01/02/2018 07:00pm • It's that time of year when everyone is looking ahead -- but if you're feeling really reflective, you may be looking ahead many years ahead. That is, you may be wondering what your retirement will look like. And why not? Whether you love or hate your career, it's always interesting to contemplate wh Circle these dates on your 2018 family financial calendar 12/28/2017 08:00am • It can be hard to stay organized, even with smartphones, smart appliances and personal assistants that order things online for you. There's so much to remember, from day to day, and month to month. This is why we've created this family financial calendar for you. If you want to stay ahead of the 10 Bills to Lower in the New Year 12/27/2017 07:00pm • Whether it's losing weight or breaking a bad habit, New Year's resolutions are a time-honored tradition. For those hoping to clean up their finances or put away more money for retirement this year, the best place to start is by cutting all unneeded expenses that can whittle down a budget. "January 50 Ways to Save More on Travel in 2018 12/18/2017 07:00pm • Crisscrossing the globe doesn't have to be cost-prohibitive.Whether you're a seasoned jet-setter or an aspiring globetrotter who's resolved to travel more and pay less in the year ahead, chances are you can benefit from clever, creative and time-tested tips to trim vacation expenses. And why settle