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How Online Identity Thieves Are Getting Smarter 04/06/2017 08:00pm • Your credit card may now have a security chip inside it, but you're as much at risk for identity theft as you ever were. Javelin Strategy & Research recently came out with its 2017 Identity Fraud Study and concluded that 6.15 percent of consumers, or 15.4 million Americans, were victims of ident 10 Tips for Planning an Affordable Spa Getaway 03/28/2017 08:00pm • Taking a mental and physical break from the stresses of everyday life has proven health benefits. Spas are one way to find your Zen, but a relaxing spa break can often come at a high price. If you're on a tight budget, fret not: You can still plan a first-rate, rejuvenating wellness trip at a reason Burglary investigated as hate crime in Fairfax Co. 03/28/2017 05:20pm • WASHINGTON — A Fairfax County family says that burglars who broke into their apartment this weekend left an offensive message about Muslims on the wall before taking off with immigration records and valuable wedding gifts. County police are investigating the crime as a bias-related incident, or 5 Easy Ways to Make Fast Cash 03/26/2017 08:00pm • Put money in your bank account -- pronto.You may need some fast cash to pay off lingering debt or cover the costs of an upcoming family vacation. Whatever the reason, the good news is there are ways to boost your income quickly. Here are a few ideas to consider if you're in a cash crunch.Donate plas What Is Compound Interest? 03/21/2017 08:00pm • When it comes to investing, compound interest really is the most powerful force in the universe. Remarkable in both its simplicity and its power, compound interest is the concept of reinvesting, along with the original principal sum, the interest earned on your investment. As a result, you earn inte 11 Sites That Will Pay You to Refer Your Friends 03/19/2017 08:00pm • From taking surveys to selling your hair, opportunities to earn cash abound on the internet. Among the simplest ways to earn money online is to participate in referral programs. Hundreds of companies around the web offer refer-a-friend programs, promising cash and other bonuses in exchange for every How to Save For Retirement When You're Raising Kids Alone 03/16/2017 08:00pm • Whether you are divorced, widowed or a single parent by choice, raising kids alone can be financially challenging. There is typically no second income to rely on, and tax breaks for singles can be less generous than those for married couples. It's tempting to think there is no way to save for retire Health Care Management on the Rise for MBA Students 03/16/2017 08:00pm • After Bernie Zipprich graduated from Harvard University with a bachelor's in economics, he worked for a consulting firm as a member of its health care strategy team. As his interest in health grew, Zipprich decided to go on for an MBA focused on the field, a growing b-school offering. "I liked the Peeps diorama contest comes to National Harbor 03/16/2017 04:28pm • WASHINGTON — The Peeps Diorama Contest lives! The popular spring event, sponsored for years by The Washington Post, continues in 2017, co-sponsored by National Harbor and the Washington City Paper. There is no category or theme defined for the entries. "We just can't wait to see what every 4 Tips for a Disney World Vacation on a Budget 03/15/2017 08:00pm • Walt Disney World is known as the most magical place on earth, but the sticker shock from prices at the world-famous park is enough to put a damper on your dream vacation. Don't get discouraged. There are more than a few ways to save money on a trip to Disney World. From the time you book your tick How to Get a Free Hotel Upgrade 03/08/2017 07:00pm • Nothing beats receiving VIP hotel perks -- especially when they're free. Complimentary Champagne, fruit bowls, welcome gifts and accommodations with impressive views are a few coveted privileges, but nowadays hotels are going above and beyond to entice guests with extra amenities and bonuses, from Fairfax Co. officer helps restore woman’s faith after robbery 03/08/2017 04:11pm • WASHINGTON — An elderly woman’s faith was shaken after a frightening robbery, but a heartwarming gesture by a Fairfax County police officer helped restore it. The 69-year-old woman, who declined to provide her name because she said it’s all about the police officer, sent a thank-you card to The Cost of Convenience: When Saving Time Sabotages Your Budget 02/28/2017 07:00pm • With new mobile apps and digital tools popping up every day, it's easy to succumb to their convenience without giving much thought to how they're impacting our budgets. Interestingly, the term "convenience" is associated with increased costs. Consider convenience stores, where you pay a premium for Va. woman targeted by immigration phone scam part of trend 02/27/2017 10:51pm • WASHINGTON — The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office is warning of an increase in phone scams targeting immigrants. The scammers may be taking advantage of fears tied to President Donald Trump's stance on stringent enforcement of immigration laws and curbing illegal immigration. 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