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How to buy a furloughed fed a beer — contractors too 01/24/2019 08:58am • WASHINGTON — Beer budgets could be among expenses taking a hit for federal employees and contractors impacted by the ongoing partial government shutdown. A couple of D.C. entrepreneurs have set up a way for anyone to pay for what might be a much-needed beer or two during these stressful times. How much do you owe on your Virginia taxes this year? It's unclear 01/24/2019 04:00am • WASHINGTON — Virginians still do not know what rules they will file their state taxes under, even with filing season set to begin Monday, creating urgency in the push toward an at-least temporary resolution in Richmond. The General Assembly is locked in a debate over what is typically a straigh 'Whole calendar' of Va. craft beer new releases on hold because of shutdown 01/23/2019 09:22pm • ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- In Alexandria, Virginia, on Wednesday, business owners, furloughed federal workers and a U.S. senator sat down with a cold beer and tried to solve the world's problems, while commiserating about the tough times brought on by the partial federal shutdown. Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va. Rising student loan debt has hurt housing market, Fed says 01/23/2019 09:08pm • WASHINGTON - With student loan debt numbers at a historic level, the Federal Reserve reports that home ownership rates are dropping as a result. The nationwide home ownership rate has dropped noticeably since 2005, particularly among young Americans. In the wake of the financial crisis, overall h Tax Deductions That Disappeared This Year 01/23/2019 07:00pm • This tax-filing season, taxpayers are poised to experience the impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which eliminated beneficial deductions and credits. Touted as the largest tax overhaul in 30 years, the law could be a mixed bag for many households as it increases the standard deduction and 7 Facts to Know About Opportunity Zone Investing 01/22/2019 07:00pm • Investors can receive tax perks through a new federal program. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 created an opportunity for investors to minimize taxes on capital gains while improving low-income areas. Opportunity zones are aimed at creating jobs and providing incentives to develop economically dis How to Manage Student Loan Debt During Government Shutdown 01/22/2019 07:00pm • Much has been reported about the struggles of furloughed federal workers during what has become the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. As each day passes without a resolution to the crisis, a growing portion of the 800,000 affected employees face the bleak prospect of falling behind on the 9 Tech ETFs to Buy in a Volatile Market 01/22/2019 07:00pm • A volatile sector.Technology stocks have been highly volatile in the last few months, with big-name picks like Apple (ticker: AAPL) and Facebook (FB) coming under pressure. But long-term investors should know the tech sector holds great promise, and deserves a major position in any portfolio. Roughl How to protect your credit score during government shutdown 01/22/2019 08:00am • If you're one of the 800,000 federal employees who are not getting paid during the government shutdown, you're in a tough spot, for sure. Most likely, you've morphed into survival mode, which may or may not include thinking about your credit score. I totally get that. But what if I told you it's Low-Interest Loan Options for Furloughed Federal Employees 01/21/2019 07:00pm • When you're living paycheck to paycheck, missing one pay period because of a work furlough can derail plans for your budget and overall financial health. In the case of the current partial government shutdown, many financial institutions are scrambling to give the federal workers affected a chance t 3 Tasks to Complete as a Last-Semester Premed Student 01/21/2019 07:00pm • Wrapping up your undergraduate years can be both an exciting and anxiety-provoking endeavor, especially if you are headed to medical school. As you enter your final semester, it is important to reflect upon your college career and to assess whether you have the means to succeed in medical school. Th 10 Financial Moves to Make When Interest Rates Rise 01/21/2019 07:00pm • After many years of low rates, the U.S. Federal Reserve raised the federal funds rate nine consecutive times in the last three years, including four times in 2018 alone. Furthermore, the Federal Reserve forecasts two more increases for 2019. Short-term interest rates track the current federal funds How to Set Up Your First 401(k) 01/21/2019 07:00pm • New employees have many expenses competing for their limited paychecks. Student loan bills, food, rent and utilities can easily consume a starting salary. But 20-somethings have one very important thing going for them. Young people are in the best position of their lives to start saving for retirem What to Know About Admissions Test Requirements for Online Degree Programs 01/21/2019 07:00pm • When looking into different online graduate analytics programs a few years ago, Laura Wood created a detailed spreadsheet listing her schools of interest. She added information about admissions requirements for each, including whether she needed to submit GMAT or GRE scores. Some programs didn't req Furloughed federal workers are warned of employment scams, bogus loans 01/21/2019 03:52am • WASHINGTON — As federal workers and contractors miss paychecks, consumer experts are warning them to be wary of scam artists who might seek to exploit their troubling situation. The Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection said anyone in financial distress should watch out for bogus loan