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How to Embrace Spending in Moderation 02/26/2015 07:00pm • Two years ago, I got a gift certificate to Drybar, the hair salon famous for its $40 blowouts, for my birthday. I sat on it for months. Birthdays, weddings and other special occasions passed as I resorted to last minute self-stylings, letting my gift card sit idly by. When it comes to personal car 15 ways to save for vacation 02/25/2015 07:00pm • If you're dreaming of a getaway this summer, the best thing you could do right now is to stop dreaming and start taking action to save money for your vacation. You still have plenty of time to make small adjustments to your everyday life that can result in a big impact on your travel fund. The best 3 Ways to Save Money on Every Purchase 02/24/2015 07:00pm • The amount you are able to save each month is one of the biggest factors in determining when you will ultimately be able to retire. But saving more money is difficult to achieve unless you learn to control your spending. Luckily, you have options to save a few bucks every time you make a purchase. I The Evolution of E-gifting 02/22/2015 07:00pm • Back in the day, sending a gift to a faraway friend was a lot of work -- selecting, purchasing, packaging, mailing. And hoping, as the gift left your hands and went on its way, that you chose wisely.But online shopping has revolutionized the way people buy for one another. With the advent of digital Excited About That Big Tax Refund? Think Again. 02/21/2015 07:00pm • If you're an average American taxpayer, you probably dread tax time. After all, filling out all that paperwork can be a drag. But for many taxpayers, tax time is also great -- it's the one time of year when the government sends you a big check. At the end of last tax season, the average tax refund Which Online Tax Preparer Is Right for You? 02/16/2015 07:00pm • Joeleann Bensinger of Lake Dallas, Texas, had always used TurboTax to file her return. But last year she decided to shop around. "With a simple return, it's pretty easy to comparison shop the online tax preparers," she says. "I prepared my return with both TurboTax and TaxSlayer and found that Turb Why a Money Date Makes the Best Valentine's Day Gift 02/12/2015 07:00pm • If you're in a relationship, then you might be brainstorming last-minute ways to celebrate Valentine's Day. The National Retail Federation reports that on average, celebrants will spend $142.31 on candy, flowers, clothes and other items this year. The best idea, though, might be one you won't see Make a Match With These Valentine's Day-Inspired Scholarships 02/11/2015 07:00pm • With Valentine's Day right around the corner, you may be picking up gifts for your loved ones or figuring out the best way to express just how much you appreciate them. Whether it's through cards, chocolates or flowers, the holiday provides a perfect chance for displays of affection. While you're What to Buy at the Dollar Store 02/11/2015 07:00pm • When you're on a budget, one of the obvious ways to save money is to shop at discount stores. And the king of them all -- the dollar store -- is as cheap as it gets. However, be careful that you don't fall into the trap of buying products that will break right away, wear down quickly or take up spac Tips for emergency-related Valentine's Day gifts (Video) 02/10/2015 11:49am • WASHINGTON — Fairfax County is hoping it can spread some love — and emergency preparedness — this Valentine’s Day. The Fairfax County Office of Emergency Management shared emergency-related gift ideas just in time for Valentine’s Day. Also, February is a time of year when there can be The 14 Best Deals for February 14 02/05/2015 07:00pm • With Valentine's Day just around the corner, it's time to buy the perfect gift for that special someone in your life. But getting a present for your sweetie can be sweet for you and your wallet, too. These 14 best deals for Feb. 14 will show your love -- and your financial savvy.1. Discounts at ProF 10 Steps to an Upgraded Financial Life 02/02/2015 07:00pm • The beginning of the year offers a great opportunity to take stock of your financial situation and make any necessary changes to build a bigger nest egg or cut back on unnecessary spending. If you're ready for a financial upgrade but aren't sure where to start, these suggestions will move you in th Live, die, repeat: How 'Groundhog Day' became an annual movie tradition 02/02/2015 02:16am • WASHINGTON - It's Groundhog Day ... again. It also marks another February reminder of the death of "Groundhog Day" writer/director Harold Ramis, who passed away on Feb. 24, 2014. Ramis' genius 1993 movie premise -- a man reliving a repeating day -- has become an annual legacy-builder, creati 4 Ways to Buy Gifts for Less Than $20 01/26/2015 07:00pm • Giving gifts that are affordable but still valued by the recipient is a challenge that follows us all year long. From birthday parties to special events, it can feel like we're always shopping for that perfect gift, while still staying within our budgets. Here are four suggestions that will keep yo Tips for ending your shopping addiction 01/26/2015 07:00pm • If you found yourself shopping more than you'd like over the holidays and are now trying to tamp down spending for the new year, then you might pick up some useful strategies from research into how best to help shopaholics overcome their overspending tendencies. About 5 percent of Americans suffe