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10 Ways to Keep Your Phone Safe 01/12/2015 07:00pm • If you're one of the 58 percent of Americans who own a smartphone, then you probably use it every day: In addition to making calls and sending texts, you might use it for directions, to post to social media, browse the Internet and shop. It's those last few activities that can put your privacy most 5 Bills Your Smartphone Can Eliminate 01/12/2015 07:00pm • You likely associate your smartphone and data plan as a hefty expense you have to deal with each month, but have you considered the number of ways your smartphone can save you money? Not only are there dozens of ways your phone can reduce expenses through apps that provide coupons, gas station loc 10 Ways You Might Sabotage Your 2015 Financial Resolutions 01/11/2015 07:00pm • This year, I've decided to commit to getting my finances in order. If you'd like to follow suit, read on for a list of the potential pitfalls that can ruin financial resolutions, especially if they involve being more frugal. Not Setting a Budget Banks don't go by ballpark guesstimates, so why shoul How to Pick the Right Robo-Advisor 01/07/2015 07:00pm • Automated investment advisory services aim to be as easy to deal with as C-3PO, the "Star Wars" droid famous for his eagerness to help. Unlike C-3PO, however, robo-advisors can't talk. That means you can't interview them to understand how they approach investing and if their approach is in sync wit Tips for Using Student Loans for Online Education 01/06/2015 07:00pm • You've seen the ads on television encouraging students to get a degree online, work at their own pace and save time and money. For some students, online courses are a great way to earn a degree or certificate, especially if their work or family schedules make it difficult to commit to a class that' Nearly 165K sign up under ACA in Virginia. Here's what's happening around the region. 12/30/2014 06:05pm • Nearly 165,000 Virginians have signed up for health coverage so far under Healthcare.gov during open enrollment, according to the first 50-state report released Tuesday by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. In all, 4 million enrolled or reenrolled in plans using Healthcare.gov or the 15 Sectors to Watch in 2015 12/28/2014 07:00pm • Which sectors are poised for growth? Even as they're waiting to watch the ball drop at Times Square, investors hope not to drop a ball of a different sort in 2015 -- whether that means missing out on a big opportunity in one sector or hanging on too long in another. Here, we present 15 sectors to How to find the best-value D.C.-area doctors, house cleaners and more 12/26/2014 05:12am • WASHINGTON -- When it comes to various services in the D.C. area, how do you know you’re getting the best bang for your buck? Washington Checkbook Magazine has some tips when it comes to getting the best value for services and products such as health care, tools and tires. The magazineâ The Best Gifts for Job Seekers 12/23/2014 07:00pm • Have you finished your holiday shopping, or are you still searching for the perfect gift for a friend or relative who is looking for a job? It's never too late to select a thoughtful gift for the job seeker in your life. Whether your friend or family member is a new college graduate, an unhappy care Online shopping could bring thieves to your front door 12/22/2014 05:21am • WASHINGTON -- This Christmas, thieves are targeting online shoppers and doing their dirty work right at your front door. Capt. David Falcinelli, of the Montgomery County police, says, "Online shopping is huge." But that gives thieves a huge opportunity to make off with your packages. He say Time is running out to shop for Christmas 12/22/2014 04:31am • WASHINGTON -- While time is running out to get your Christmas shopping done, you can still get one or two pieces to finish your list. So, what are D.C.-area residents still looking for? "Electronics," Xavier Alire said at Tyson's Corner Center.  "Televisions, flat screen TVs.  Things like t 7 Cheap Gifts You Can Buy on Christmas Eve 12/21/2014 07:00pm • It's the day before Christmas, and you just realized you forgot to buy your favorite aunt a gift. We've all been there. There's no better way to put a damper on your holiday cheer than realizing you've forgotten someone. Lucky for you, there are still a lot of great last-minute options for buying gi Beware of These 4 Return Policies 12/21/2014 07:00pm • Now that the 12 days of Christmas are coming to a close, it's time for the 12 (or so) days of Christmas returns to begin.Just in case your gift opening on the morning of Dec. 25 doesn't go quite as you expected, you'll probably want to know what your options are for returns.Although many major retai Wine gadgets for the wine lover 12/19/2014 09:39am • Scott Greenberg WTOP Wine Contributor WASHINGTON -- The holiday season can put a lot of pressure on friends and loved ones who are trying to find the perfect gift for the wine lover in their lives. Buying a bottle or two of wine is always a dicey proposition, particularly since wine tastes are s How to block creepy stalker ads 12/19/2014 04:26am • PHOENIX -- Q: Whenever I go shopping online, whatever I look at seems to follow me around the Internet.  How do I keep that from happening? A: The process used to accomplish what a lot of people refer to as creepy stalker advertising is known as re-marketing or behavioral re-targeting. What