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How to Get Global Entry or TSA Precheck With Your Credit Card 12/09/2018 07:00pm • Waiting in line at the airport is one of the worst aspects of traveling. It's disheartening to arrive on a time crunch only to be met with a slow-moving security line. With Global Entry or TSA Precheck, you can replace that sinking feeling with relief, not only because you'll have a shorter line bu How to Make Health Insurance More Affordable 12/09/2018 07:00pm • One of the greatest benefits of applying for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act is right in its name: affordable. The federal government has made available enough financial help, in the way of tax credits and subsidies, to make health care affordable for almost everyone. "In some instanc Teen arrested in death of real estate agent in Anne Arundel Co. model home 12/07/2018 04:52pm • WASHINGTON — A Jessup, Maryland, man has been arrested in the death of a real estate agent in a model home in Hanover on Wednesday. The Anne Arundel County police announced on Friday the arrest of Dillon Augustyniak, 18, of Jessup, in the shooting death of Steven Wilson, 33, of Annapolis, in th DC-area police offer holiday shopping safety tips 12/07/2018 04:00am • WASHINGTON — Whether it's excited children or forgetful grandparents who might wander off and get lost, police want caregivers to take pictures of vulnerable loved ones before holiday shopping trips or visits to crowded places. "It's definitely helpful, because then it gives law enforcement a g 30 years ago, Bombay Club introduced Indian to DC's fine-dining scene 12/07/2018 12:47am • WASHINGTON — When Ashok Bajaj moved to D.C. from London 30 years ago, he arrived with one objective: to open a fine-dining Indian restaurant in the nation’s capital. Today, D.C.’s dining scene would be incomplete without one — or several. But the restaurant industry was drastically differ What Happens When Your Credit Card Company Sues You? 12/06/2018 07:00pm • Ignoring debt collection calls usually doesn't make them go away. Ignore your credit card debt long enough, and your credit card company may sell your account to a collection agency or sue you in civil court for the balance. While it's best to try to work with your credit card company before a lawsu 10 of the Best Dividend Stocks to Buy for 2019 12/06/2018 07:00pm • 2019's best dividend stocks to invest in.Passive income becomes all the more desirable in times of uncertainty and risk aversion. That's where Wall Street finds itself entering 2019, as skittish traders, concerned about the economic cycle, caused a fourth-quarter equities sell-off. The recent yield Credit Card Perks That Are Worth the Annual Fee 12/05/2018 07:00pm • While browsing for credit cards, you've probably noticed that cards with top-tier benefits may come with an annual fee. These fees, which are paid to keep the account open, run from about $75 to $450 or higher. That may give you sticker shock, but keep in mind these cards offer perks -- like cushy a 7 tips to avoid overspending on gifts this holiday season 12/05/2018 07:00pm • The winter holiday season in America has become a monthslong shopping extravaganza. And as the ever-expanding Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales indicate, Americans continue to plan their holidays around their wallets. While it's not uncommon for Americans to rack up some amount of debt during t Virginia voters support a bet on gambling to increase revenues 12/05/2018 12:07pm • WASHINGTON — Is Virginia ready to gamble on sports betting and the casino industry to generate new revenue in lieu of raising taxes? In most cases, the answer seems to be yes. That’s one of several topics voters were asked about in the latest poll from the Wason Center at Christopher Newport How Much of My Credit Limit Should I Use? 12/04/2018 07:00pm • Your credit limit tells you exactly how much money your credit card issuer will let you use without paying a penalty. You can use as much of your limit as you want -- but that doesn't mean you should max out your card. Here's a look at what you should know about your credit limit. What Happens When 7 Expert Investing Moves to Make in 2019 12/04/2018 07:00pm • Navigate uncertain investing waters.The S&P 500 is nearly flat this year. Volatility is rampant as new investors experience their first down market. There's an abundance of investment anxiety with rising interest rates, tariffs and a volatile global economy. Although no one knows what 2019 will 7 Bargain Stocks That May Be Value Traps 12/04/2018 07:00pm • Know the difference between a value stock and a value trap.The dip in the U.S. stock market in the past two months has provided market bulls with an opportunity to load up on some of their favorite stocks at discounted share prices. Long-term value investors are searching for the best market deals t How to Keep Your Credit Card Number Safe Online 12/03/2018 07:00pm • The season of cheer is also the season of credit card fraud, unfortunately. Because it's a popular time for thievery, you want to make sure you take extra steps to protect your credit card numbers while shopping online. If you're thinking about using a debit card for online shopping, you need to ret How to Estimate Utility Costs 12/03/2018 07:00pm • An important but often-overlooked factor to consider -- whether you're planning to buy a house or rent an apartment -- is how much money you're going to spend each month on utilities. From a budgeting standpoint, neglecting to factor in your average utility bill into your monthly spending can be an