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5 Reasons Your Credit Card Application Got Rejected 01/18/2015 07:00pm • Let's face it: Finding a credit card that meets your needs can be challenging. If your application gets rejected, it's natural to feel a little miffed -- especially when you're not sure why you were denied. Here are five common reasons credit card applications get turned down, and what you can do 6 Factors Homebuyers Should Consider Over Interest Rates 01/15/2015 07:00pm • When the Federal Reserve stopped buying Treasury bonds last fall, experts predicted interest rates would rise, sparking a sense of urgency among prospective homebuyers to take advantage of historically low rates before it was too late. Now the rise in interest rates -- also predicted in 2014, but n Does Everyone Need a Credit Card? 01/15/2015 07:00pm • Americans' reliance on credit cards has been declining steadily since the Great Recession, according to an April 2014 Gallup poll. In fact, respondents reported that they are carrying less credit card debt overall and are more likely than to pay their balance in full and on time compared to the earl What your child should know about money by key ages 01/15/2015 07:00pm • Parents frequently hear that it's important to teach children about money, and it's hard to imagine any mother or father arguing the point. But obviously you're rushing things if you're trying to explain revolving credit to a 5-year-old. So if you're wondering what concepts kids can grasp and by wha Defiant Morrissey returns to the Virginia Capitol 01/15/2015 03:16pm • WASHINGTON -He was re-elected to his seat after resigning amid charges he had sex with a minor. Now Virginia Del. Joe Morrissey is back in office and speaking about the controversy surrounding his campaign for the first time. “I’ve got to tell you, I’ll be very candid. It was very gratifyin 4 Ways to Go Broke in Retirement 01/14/2015 07:00pm • Retirement is supposed to be a time when you finally get to sit back, relax and enjoy the leisure time a lifetime of labor has produced. However, many Americans aren't financially ready for retirement, and will spend their retirement years barely scraping by. Want to avoid that fate? Here are four b 5 Credit Mistakes to Avoid in 2015 01/14/2015 07:00pm • Some mistakes are easier to recover from than others. Having to pay for a parking ticket may not be pleasant, but it shouldn't set you back a huge amount of money. Forgetting about a homework assignment may hurt a little, but one negative score won't usually impact your overall grade too badly. On Dwindling Va. funding could impact Fairfax Connector, Metro 01/14/2015 07:05am • WASHINGTON -- In the wake of the smoke-filled Metro ride that left one person dead and dozens sickened, Virginia’s Commonwealth Transportation Board on Tuesday heard about the difficult situation the state faces when it comes to transit funding. The director of Virginia’s Department of Rail a 10 Work Perks That Offer Big Financial Rewards 01/13/2015 07:00pm • Beyond salarySalary often steals the spotlight when you're considering a new job, but these less obvious benefits can be worth thousands of dollars -- or more -- in compensation each year. Inquiring about them before you accept (or decline) an offer can help you maximize your income and work satisfa 5 Financial Aid, Student Loan Changes to Anticipate in 2015 01/13/2015 07:00pm • The past several years brought some notable changes to student loans and financial aid. Everything from how interest is calculated on federal loans to which loans are available to graduate students has shifted. But 2015 should be different, say experts. "Generally, we don't anticipate too many m 5 Ways You're Gambling With Your Money 01/13/2015 07:00pm • You don't have to play the lottery or go to Vegas to lose your shirt. Consumers make risky bets with their money all the time. In fact, you may be a gambler and not even know it. Here are just a few ways you may be playing a game of chance with your money. Deferred-interest payment plans. You're Judge denies McDonnell's appeal to remain free 01/13/2015 10:37am • WASHINGTON - A judge has denied former Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell's request to remain free while his sentence is appealed. Lawyers say his appeal on his corruption convictions could take almost as long as his two-year prison sentence itself. In a court filing late Monday, McDonnell's attorney 6 Money Tricks for Big Savings in 2015 01/12/2015 07:00pm • Frugal shopping is often associated with coupons, deals and everyday purchases. It tends to take center stage when it comes to money saving tips. While extremely useful, sometimes the smarter choice is to focus on saving on big purchases and tightening up money leaks instead. On that night, here ar 5 Prime Target Groups for Identity Thieves 01/12/2015 07:00pm • Identity theft can happen to anyone, but certain types of consumers -- including children and the elderly -- are especially tempting targets because they may not check their credit report regularly, and a scammer could go undetected for years. Here's a look at what these consumers (or their family m 10 Universities With the Largest Financial Endowments 01/12/2015 07:00pm • The U.S. News Short List, separate from our overall rankings, is a regular series that magnifies individual data points in hopes of providing students and parents a way to find which undergraduate or graduate programs excel or have room to grow in specific areas. Be sure to explore The Short List: