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Want a promotion? Pursuing a passion? 5 steps to rebrand yourself 01/18/2019 12:13am • WASHINGTON — Amanda Miller Littlejohn’s father lost his job several years ago, and despite being “a brilliant engineer,” he had trouble finding new work. “I watched him go from this vibrant, lively person who was contributing to society, to someone who was depressed and could never real 8 Stable Consumer Income Stocks to Buy Now 01/16/2019 07:00pm • Consumers drive the economy.As many economists like to point out, two-thirds of American gross domestic product comes from economic activity related to consumers. From everyday spending on groceries to discretionary expenses like a new TV, the success of the U.S. economy -- and in many ways, the sto 2019 March for Life: What you need to know 01/16/2019 06:29pm • WASHINGTON -- If you're thinking about going to Friday's March for Life on the National Mall, here's what you need to know about getting there and getting around. What is it? The 46th annual March for Life is a rally marking the anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision, which legalized abortion in 10 Retirees Share Their Biggest Regrets 01/15/2019 07:00pm • Retirement regretsRetirement is often depicted as a golden phase of life, but the reality of retirement doesn't always shimmer. More than half of retirees have retirement regrets, according to a 2018 study by Global Atlantic Financial Group. Whether you're in retirement or looking ahead to it, there Use Restaurant Supply Stores to Save Money in Your Home Kitchen 01/14/2019 07:00pm • One of the strongest frugal strategies out there is to cook most of your meals at home, but getting started down that path can be an expensive proposition. You need bowls, pots, pans, containers and other tools. Even worse, the selection at most big-box stores is limited, and the prices are high at 3 Keys to Negotiating for a Compensation Package 01/14/2019 07:00pm • Part and parcel of looking for a new job is dealing with this tough question: "What are your salary expectations?" You can expect it early in your discussions with any potential employer, most likely during a screening interview before you ever have a chance to speak with the actual hiring authorit Here's What to Know About Filing Taxes 01/14/2019 07:00pm • Before filing taxes, it's essential to know basic tax terms, concepts and best practices. Understanding these key elements can reduce your tax bill -- or score you the largest tax refund -- and ensure that you dodge any failure-to-file or late-payment penalties and fees. Whether it's your first time The 10 Most Popular Diets of 2018, According to Google 01/14/2019 07:00pm • Another year has gone by, and another slew of diets have dominated people's online searches. In the past, I have been disappointed in what diets appeared popular, and this year proves to be no different. However, I hold out hope that most of these diets were merely searched -- not actually tried. Fi BMW X3 M40i is the small luxury crossover with the need for speed 01/13/2019 10:48pm • WASHINGTON — Driving a compact luxury crossover usually means nice transportation that has some power, but not really enough to get you in real trouble. But for those who want more than the usual four-cylinder power in the class, BMW has a solution. How about a turbo six-cylinder engine? Why You Should Be Investing in the Russell 2000 Index 01/13/2019 07:00pm • Investors often overlook the Russell 2000 Index, but it can be a good way to add diversity to a portfolio. The Russell 2000, commonly referred to as RUT, is a benchmark index that tracks about 2,000 small-cap companies. Experts say some investors pass over this index, since its stocks are often mor Montgomery Co. 'Shutdown Social' feeds furloughed feds Friday 01/11/2019 01:52pm • WASHINGTON — A passel of Montgomery County, Maryland, restaurants are pooling resources to throw a potluck for furloughed feds and contractors. The Shutdown Social is set for Friday from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Montgomery Blair High School, at 51 University Blvd. East in Silver Spring. Councilmemb Shutdown: Congress shouldn't get paid during standoff, Va. rep says 01/11/2019 01:30pm • WASHINGTON — As the government shutdown stretches into its 21st day — and is poised to become the longest in history while stranding 800,000 federal workers without pay — one Virginia representative tells WTOP that until Congress gets the job done and ends the three-week impasse, those politic 15 Keto-Friendly Products You'll See in 2019 01/10/2019 07:00pm • The keto diet was one of hottest diets last year, and it looks like the high-fat, low-carb craze here to stay. ( Here's how I feel about that.) If you're determined to hop on board, food companies have your back. Here are 15 keto-friendly foods you can now find on store shelves: Snacks -- Pizootz A Democrats call for contractors to get paid after shutdown 01/10/2019 05:42pm • WASHINGTON — Senate Democrats on Thursday called on the Trump Administration to work with federal contractors so that their employees can get back pay when the partial government shutdown ends. While federal workers generally receive back pay after a shutdown, contractors do not. The Senate on 7 Great Stocks With a 7 Percent Yield (or More) 01/09/2019 07:00pm • These dividend stocks pay well.With the stock market under some serious pressure, many investors have chosen to go "risk off" with their portfolio, moving assets into stable investments they can buy at a bargain price instead of chasing high-flying stocks that need to keep growing to please Wall Str