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10 Steps to Achieve Financial Freedom 12/27/2018 07:00pm • Start living within your means.You're in good company if you're living paycheck to paycheck, says Jon Brodsky, U.S. country manager for personal finance comparison website Finder.com. "It's common in every single income bracket," he explains. While Brodsky argues people shouldn't beat themselves up 3 ways to improve a less than perfect credit score 12/27/2018 03:29pm • WASHINGTON — Your credit history might be of interest to everyone from potential employers to insurance companies, so an economics expert thinks fixing less-than-perfect credit should be on to-do lists for 2019. Here are his three suggestions: Pay whatever’s possible The largest portio Driver charged in DC crash that killed mayor of Alaska town and her mother 12/27/2018 10:31am • WASHINGTON — The driver of a tour bus that struck and killed two tourists on Dec. 19 near the National Mall has been charged with involuntary manslaughter. Gerard Derrick James, 45, of Baltimore, was arrested Thursday. He was behind the wheel when the bus made a left turn from 7th Street Northw Why Is My Credit Card Blocked? 12/26/2018 07:00pm • A credit card block can mean two things: a usually temporary freeze of your card or a portion of your credit limit is put on hold. Both situations can be frustrating but are easier to resolve if you understand how they work. What Is a Credit Card Block? Usually, a credit card block happens when a me 7 Bold Predictions for Auto Stocks in 2019 12/26/2018 07:00pm • Here's what the future holds for auto stocks.A global slowdown in the auto industry has made 2018 a tough year for auto stocks. Edmunds estimates U.S. auto sales were up only slightly, from 17.2 million in 2017 to 17.3 million in 2018. However, those sales have been heavily boosted by unsustainable 'Admission of failure': A disturbing goal for reducing local traffic deaths 12/26/2018 12:10pm • WASHINGTON — While the number of people killed on D.C. area roads has spiked recently, regional leaders aim to keep traffic deaths at an average of 253 a year. “It’s a frank admission of failure,” Falls Church City Councilman Dave Snyder said. Cutting the five-year rolling average numb Car Review: Hyundai Kona Ultimate looks to make waves in the crossover segment 12/26/2018 12:08am • Tiny crossovers are a newer segment and many manufacturers have jumped into that market. Hyundai was missing until now. I have driven all the offerings in the sub-compact market and have noticed one theme — the lack of power. Does Hyundai tackle this with its new Kona subcompact crossover? Hyun 6 Expenses to Cut Immediately If You Lose Your Job 12/25/2018 07:00pm • Sometimes, unemployment can strike out of the blue. Everything seems fine one day. And the next day, you're out pounding the pavement looking for work. While unemployment insurance and an emergency fund can make a big difference when it comes to financially surviving a period of joblessness, another 8 Ways to Earn Miles Without an Airline Credit Card 12/25/2018 07:00pm • Airline credit cards are a great way to earn miles with your favorite frequent flyer program. But you don't need a co-branded or premium card to rack up rewards. While they may take longer, these options can help you earn the miles you need to book a free flight or take advantage of other redemption How to Cover Corporate Travel Expenses When You're Broke 12/25/2018 07:00pm • Be smart about work financial demands. The good news? Your boss selected you to attend a prestigious industry conference. The bad news? Your company expects you to cover the travel costs yourself upfront and won't reimburse you for the expenses until you return. These tips from Barry Coleman, vice p 8 Painless Ways to Downsize Your Lifestyle in Retirement 12/25/2018 07:00pm • It's common to enter retirement with a prediction for your annual expenses, only to find you estimated low. Nearly two in five retirees spend more than they expected, according to a 2018 Global Atlantic Financial Group online survey. This can happen as you try out new activities, such as taking on n How Student Loan Debt is Different From Other Types of Debt 12/25/2018 07:00pm • Ignoring student loan debt does not make it go away. Student loans, like all consumer debt, are taken out with the expectation that the borrower will pay them back. All consumer debt can be broken down into two main types, either secured or unsecured. Secured debt is backed or "secured" either by an Why Americans Should Focus on Finances in 2019 12/25/2018 07:00pm • As we head into 2019, many people are focusing on their hopes and goals for next year, outlining their New Year's resolutions. Many may pledge to eat better, exercise more, spend more time with loved ones, or kick a bad habit. But what about resolving to manage money better, invest and save more, sp Busy Va. interchange finished, but other I-95 construction far from over 12/25/2018 04:19am • WASHINGTON — Construction on one of the busiest Interstate 95 interchanges in the Fredericksburg area has wrapped up on schedule, but there are a number of other major projects in the area set to continue for years. The $21 million realignment of the exit ramps at I-95 and Route 3 (Exit 130) is 'Twas the night before Christmas: Md. first responders surprise family with gifts 12/25/2018 01:05am • (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=9be9c680-c459-4acb-af21-654a2ccca384';cnx.cmd.push(function() {cnx({playerId: "9be9c680-c459-4acb-af21-654a2ccca384",mediaId: '0c05595e-58cd-4d31-81fa-b99366736f29' }).render("36861535e963ed1c");}); FORESTVILLE, Md. -- 'Twas the night befor