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5 Ways to Save for Retirement Outside a 401(k) 02/28/2018 07:00pm • Your workplace 401(k) plan is typically the most convenient way to begin saving for retirement. But if you don't have access to a 401(k) plan or it isn't meeting all of your investment needs, you may want to diversify your savings. The good news is there are quite a few ways to save money for reti The Tax Consequences of Your Side Hustle 02/28/2018 07:00pm • When it comes to stretching your budget, working a side hustle or part-time gig is an effective way to ensure you're earning enough to cover your expenses. But here's the rub: Your side business carries repercussions for your taxes. "People who have been doing side gigs usually owe and are surpris Why You Should Talk to Your Doctor About Drug Pricing 02/28/2018 07:00pm • Have you ever forgone filling a prescription because of the cost? Research finds many people, including those with insurance coverage, have for everything from drugs that manage chronic conditions to oral cancer medications. Commonly, those who abandon their prescriptions -- not picking up prescrip 7 Spring Break Budget Busters 02/27/2018 07:00pm • Travelers across the country are itching to escape the hustle and bustle of their daily lives and reconnect on a spring break trip with the family this March and April. But no matter which destination parents choose or how much time they devote to the vacation-planning process, traveling with the ki 10 big ways to boost your budget — without skimping on your daily latte 02/27/2018 05:07am • These budget moves pack a big punch. The idea that your morning coffee -- or avocado toast -- purchase is what's preventing you from becoming a millionaire is a personal finance "truthism" that's existed for decades. And, yes, while opting to brew weekday coffee at home could save you $1,000 per Emerging Markets Bonds Draw Investors 02/25/2018 07:00pm • U.S. government and corporate bonds have been stingy for a decade, and now there's the added danger that rising interest rates, while making bonds a tad more generous, could drive down prices. So, what about looking farther afield for bonds that pay more -- to emerging markets like South Korea, Braz Weigh Earning a Second Bachelor's Degree Online 02/22/2018 07:00pm • Deciding what type of online degree or certificate is best for a potential career shift can be challenging. Online education offers a flexible and convenient learning approach for working adults, but there's still the question of whether to pursue a second bachelor's degree online or a more advance What Are the Secrets to Aging Well? 02/22/2018 07:00pm • Numbers are important to Jan Sirota, a retired investment banker who lives in Sarasota, Florida. Sirota just celebrated 11 years of marriage, he cycles 40 miles per day, mentors four high school students and races cars 150 miles per hour in High Performance Driver Education events. The number that Want to protect your security online? Lie. 02/16/2018 09:14am • WASHINGTON — We're concerned about online privacy, yet we willingly give up so much personal information that we're unknowingly putting our privacy and security at risk. But there are ways to hack the hackers. Online auto marketplace Instamotor said 87 percent of those it recently surveyed b Discover the Best Presidents Day Sales for 2018 02/15/2018 07:00pm • Retailers know many consumers have Presidents Day off from work. To convince them to use that day for shopping, they roll out Presidents Day weekend sales, some of which start as early as the week before the holiday. Traditionally, Presidents Day sales have focused on mattress and appliance deals. B Beer consumption and men's underwear sales: Can these be signs of economic health? 02/15/2018 02:35pm • WASHINGTON — There are some “official” economic indicators that many people put faith in. Everything from the job report, to GDP growth, to consumer spending give the public an idea of where the market is heading. However, beyond the more serious indicators, there are some unusual and occasion When Spending More Benefits Your Budget 02/14/2018 07:00pm • Cutting expenses is an important step to balance your budget and set yourself up for financial success. But consumers who are hyper-focused on price rather than quality may neglect to see the value in spending more today to achieve long-term financial health. "If you purchase cheap, low-quality item How to Pick the Best Streaming Service for Your Budget 02/13/2018 07:00pm • More Americans are cutting the cord, hoping to see significant financial savings from month to month and increased control over what they watch. With so many options available, however, picking a streaming service can be complicated, and some cord cutters find themselves paying for streaming bills Labor of love: How a local couple turns cocoa beans into chocolate bars 02/13/2018 02:12am • WASHINGTON — Think chocolate for Valentine’s Day is cheesy or boring? Think again. D.C.-based artisan chocolate company Harper Macaw is anything but. Owners Colin and Sarah Hartman’s brand is one that’s built around rainforest conservation — they even named their company after two en 5 Ways to Get the Most Bang for Your Timeshare Buck 02/12/2018 07:00pm • Timeshares can be a way to own a piece of property in a vacation destination, but think twice before adding a timeshare to your investment portfolio. "I have never heard of a timeshare being sold for profit by anyone other than the resorts," says Gordon Newton, president of Gilbert, Arizona-based N