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Shaq paid for a stranger's engagement ring 04/08/2021 07:02am • NBA great Shaquille O'Neal was recently in an Atlanta-area jewelry store and he ended up buying an engagement ring — but it wasn't so he could propose to anyone. The former Laker saw a man buying a ring and offered to purchase it for him. The gesture was caught on camera and the video quick Can You Get Approved for a Credit Card When You're Unemployed? 03/30/2021 12:00am • If you are unemployed, you may be wondering, "Can I get a credit card with no job?" Yes, it is certainly possible. Without a steady paycheck, though, creditors will expect that you have substantial assets or resources to repay the debt, according to credit bureau Experian. You may be declined if yo Vaccine incentives and mandates? Check with legal first 03/29/2021 08:37am • A survey of HR managers and employees by the Virginia-based Society for Human Resource Management found that 60% of workers will probably or definitely get a COVID-19 vaccine as soon they are able — but 28% would still choose not to, even if it meant losing their jobs. A job loss is unlikely, t What Is Arbitrage? 03/17/2021 12:00am • Arbitrage is a fancy financial term with French roots that's occasionally tossed around in investing conversations and write-ups. It's one of the more interesting concepts in finance, and it's something that every investor would love to take advantage of if given the opportunity. But what exactly is 6 Credit Mistakes First-Time Homebuyers Make Before Buying a Home 03/08/2021 12:00am • As any real estate agent or seasoned homeowner will tell you, one of the most important prerequisites for financing a home purchase is strong credit. Along with a steady income and a manageable debt level, your credit plays a pivotal role in determining whether you can get a loan and what your inter Gas Apps That Will Save You Money at the Pump 03/01/2021 12:00am • Gas prices have been on the rise in recent weeks, with the weather getting the brunt of the blame. Of course, gas prices are often volatile, going up and down, sideways and sometimes diagonal. This is why gas apps can be so handy -- they can direct drivers to the cheapest gas prices in their area. Do You Need a Business Cash Back Card? 02/23/2021 12:00am • Earning cash back for your business can be appealing if you're hoping to save money and preserve cash flow. Compared with a travel rewards card, a business cash rewards credit card could prove valuable when it comes to redemption options, especially if the COVID-19 pandemic is limiting your travel. Virginia State Police warn of phone scammer posing as state trooper 02/20/2021 04:42pm • Virginia State Police are warning residents of northern Virginia that a phone scammer has spoofed a legitimate State Police phone number and has been attempting to trick people into believing they are a state trooper. Police said the scammer has called around 50 northern Virginia residents and ne Can your boss require you to get a COVID-19 vaccine? Short answer: Yes 02/19/2021 03:45pm • As more people in the D.C. region get vaccinated against COVID-19, many businesses are faced with a tricky question: Can they require their employees to get shots? On the one hand, widespread vaccination is seen by public health experts as the fastest way to return life to some semblance of norma Lidl opens 15th Maryland store in Wheaton 02/19/2021 08:57am • A new Lidl store opens in Wheaton, Maryland. (Courtesy Lidl)Discount grocery store Lidl continues to expand its footprint in the greater Washington area, opening its latest store in Wheaton on Feb. 24, its 15th store in Maryland. The Wheaton Lidl is located at 2201 Randolph Road. Lidl last Va. woman warns others after SUV was stolen while pumping gas 02/14/2021 09:27pm • A woman is warning others to pay attention after her SUV was stolen while she was pumping gas in northern Virginia. Allison Priebe owns a small designer jewelry business and was on her way from a big sale at 1 p.m. on Super Bowl Sunday. She stopped at a gas station on South Patrick Street in Old How to love yourself this Galentine's Day 02/13/2021 07:02am • Who needs Valentine's Day during a year when getting close to people means you could catch a lot more than a case of lovesick? This is the perfect year to lean into a more socially distanced and, frankly, less pressured holiday. The antidote? Embrace Galentine's Day. Born from the ancient, mys The Best Presidents Day Sales to Shop in 2021 02/11/2021 12:00am • Presidents Day gives many Americans a day off work. And retailers know that gives them a long weekend to shop. That means plenty of sales. What defines Presidents Day sales are discounts on home items, including big-ticket items like mattresses, furniture and appliances. However, plenty of small hom Annapolis Town Center launches Cupid's Drive-In for Valentine's Day weekend 02/10/2021 12:33am • Looking for something uniquely romantic to do this Valentine's Day weekend? Annapolis Town Center in Maryland is launching Cupid's Drive-In for two films this Saturday. "We've had a couple drive-ins over the season," promoter Ben Isenberg told WTOP. "We had a really successful run at Hall Loan Processor Defined 02/04/2021 12:00am • When you buy or refinance a home, there are many moving parts and tons of paperwork. The loan processor is the main person who keeps the process moving along. If you're getting ready to apply for a mortgage, here's what you need to know about working with a loan processor. What Is a Loan Processor?