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How to talk with family members about money at holiday gatherings 12/17/2015 06:00am • When money comes up at family holiday gatherings, the results can be uncomfortable. Whether it's your brother asking you for money or you trying to inquire about your parents' financial stability as they eye retirement, the subject is ripe for awkwardness. Since it's a season full of family get-t How to Invest in Real Estate Through REITs 12/15/2015 07:00pm • Want to buy a shopping center, store or mall? You could rent out the property and get more income than from a bank or money market. Of course, unless you're part of the 1 percent, owning retail property outright is out of the question. But ordinary investors can buy into retail properties the same w Christmas Shipping Deadlines: Make Sure Your Packages Arrive on Time 12/15/2015 02:26pm • (NEW YORK) -- Don't count on a Christmas miracle to make sure your packages arrive on time.With the holiday fast approaching, so are the recommended shipping deadlines for ensuring your presents arrive at their destination before Dec. 25.If you plan on finishing your Christmas shopping online or sen 5 ways to save on a weekend ski trip 12/15/2015 12:00pm • When cold weather hits, a trip to the mountains can be the perfect way to make the most of the season and avoid the wintertime blues. But with an array of expenses -- gear, lodging and lift tickets, just to name a few -- a few days on the slopes can quickly add up. Luckily, a weekend ski trip is sti How to navigate appliance ‘sales’ and get the best deal 12/15/2015 04:54am • WASHINGTON — Prices for major appliances can be deceiving when advertising is affected by manufacturers' rules and stores always seem to be having a “sale." A nine-month investigation by Washington Consumers' Checkbook found it can be difficult to determine the real prices for washers, dr 5 money-saving tips when upgrading your phone 12/14/2015 07:00am • Smartphones are expensive. Everyone who owns one knows that. For instance, the iPhone 6s could run you $549, or quite a bit more if you want more storage or the iPhone 6 Plus. While Android smartphone prices have been dropping a little, the average cost is still a couple hundred dollars. And, of cou Last Minute Holiday Shopping Tips 12/13/2015 07:00pm • You've waited until the last minute to buy your gifts this year. Now what? Just because Black Friday and Cyber Monday are behind us doesn't mean you have to miss out on some great savings, too. Check out the list of tips below to save when time is down to the wire. Refine Your List Create a narro What to Do If You Are Turned Down for a Mortgage 12/13/2015 07:00pm • If you're trying to buy a house, there is nothing worse than finding your dream home only to be turned down for a mortgage. But that won't happen if you do your mortgage shopping the right way. "You should be working with somebody who picks up the phone and says, 'We have this problem, and let's 4 Steps to Cash In on Stacking Cash Back 12/09/2015 07:00pm • There are plenty of ways to express love to those who matter, but buying presents is the way most Americans elect to celebrate the holidays. Those who do the bulk of holiday shopping online have the chance to put some of that money back in their wallets thanks to a little trick known as stacking cas Free Apps to Save You Money in 2016 12/09/2015 07:00pm • We're nearing the end of the year. Have you thought about your New Year's resolutions yet? Since you're reading the Frugal Shopper blog, chances are you are savvy about saving money or at least would like to be. Get a head start on your resolutions and download a few of these free apps that will he How to Shop for Health Insurance When You Need Pricey Drug Coverage 12/08/2015 07:00pm • Exorbitant prescription drug prices have everyone from politicians to consumers crying foul, underscoring the need for health care shoppers to tread carefully when choosing their insurance plan under the Affordable Care Act. After all, make the wrong decision and certain drugs may not be covered, r 50 Ways to Improve Your Finances in 2016 12/08/2015 07:00pm • New year, new youAre you ready to make some big changes in 2016? We pulled together our top stories from 2015 to help you get on the right financial track as you ring in the new year. From smarter saving to savvier spending, these tips will help you prioritize your money management tasks and reach y 10 cheap ways to stay entertained when you can't go outside 12/08/2015 10:00am • For much of the country, cold days are on the agenda for the next few months, along with some snow and ice, which makes it tempting to stay inside most days and physically impossible on others. After a few weeks, it's easy to get a little stir crazy. What can you do to make those cold winter days Gun Rights Must be Regulated to Guarantee Americans the Right to Life 12/07/2015 07:00pm • It's touching how concerned many conservatives are about the rights of terrorist suspects on no-fly lists. Many of us believe it is a travesty that while they can't get on a plane, they can walk into a gun store and walk out with legally purchased weapons. And what is the response if we say so? A f Gift ideas for stargazers 12/07/2015 04:51am • WASHINGTON — Ho, Ho, Ho! Happy holidays! Welcome to the WTOP “What’s Up? The Space Place” holiday edition to get some great gift ideas for that stargazer of yours. OK, you have 19 shopping days left — but don’t panic. Internet shopping and quick shipping will get that star-minded some