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What will cost you more in 2016? 12/09/2015 07:00am • Planning to buy a new car or kitchen appliance in 2016? Be prepared to open your wallet a little wider, as these are just two of the items that are expected to cost more next year. However, it's not all bad news. The Consumer Price Index showed modest increases overall for 2015 and even decreasing p 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 Travel expenses to budget for now 12/08/2015 10:00am • With just a few weeks until 2016, now is the time to set travel goals and put your plans into motion. It's also an ideal time to make smart money-saving moves. Whether you want to a plan a family trip, a romantic getaway or a bucket list journey to a far-flung frontier with friends or on your own, t Arlington’s first production brewery in 100 years to open in January 12/08/2015 07:00am • Arlington County’s first brewery in almost 100 years will come with many nods to its past: New District Brewing Co.’s logo depicts the Key Bridge, which sits near the site of the county’s last working brewery, and its name references the fact that until the mid-19th century, Arlington was part Tropical Paradise Retirement in Sultry Bali 12/07/2015 07:00pm • A gentle breeze makes its way from the South China Sea. As you relax on your veranda, the scent of flowers from the frangipani trees surrounds you and a wisp of incense floats your way from the little Canang sari offering baskets your housekeeper has carefully placed to invite balance and harmony i 4 Stock Sectors to Watch in 2016 12/02/2015 07:00pm • What's the investment landscape going to look like in 2016? More of the same, but in less obvious places. Terry Sandven, chief equity strategist with U.S. Bank Wealth Management in Minneapolis, says fundamentals remain favorable for select companies within many key sectors, especially the technolo 16 Perfect Places to Ring in 2016 12/02/2015 07:00pm • Start the new year off right in these vibrant destinations.Each year, elaborate fireworks, colorful street parades, impressive cultural traditions and all-night parties inspire travelers to begin the new year in exciting destinations across the globe. Chances are, if you're not considering battling 5 real estate trends to watch in 2016 12/02/2015 07:20am • At the close of last year, many real estate experts predicted the U.S. Federal Reserve would raise interest rates in 2015. That prediction never came to be, but even if rates rise later this month or next year, Ralph McLaughlin, a housing economist at Trulia, doesn't think it will scare away many bu 5 ways to prepare your home before your holiday vacation 11/25/2015 10:00am • Winter travel is supposed to be all about holiday traditions, snow-capped mountains and warm mugs of hot cocoa. However, for some travelers, it can mean returning home to an unpleasant surprise, like frozen pipes or stolen mail. To help increase your odds of a relaxing homecoming, protect your house The Best Frugal Household Hacks 11/24/2015 07:00pm • Last spring, the blogging husband-and-wife team known as "Mr. and Mrs. Frugalwoods" realized that they wanted to live a different kind of life, unlike the typical consumer-driven lifestyle usually featured on television. They decided they wanted to retire in their early 30s and live in rural Vermon 5 red flags to look for on Airbnb and other vacation rental sites 11/20/2015 07:15am • With the proliferation of vacation rental sites like Airbnb, HomeAway and TripAdvisor Vacation Rentals, you've probably tried, or at least toyed with the idea of, staying in someone else's home. After all, with competitive pricing and more space and amenities than you would expect at a standard hote Is relocating for cheaper rent worth it? 11/18/2015 11:30am • If there's one thing all renters worry about, it's how much they're paying for rent. While most financial experts agree that the amount you pay per month should be less than one-third of your monthly income, young renters with entry-level salaries sometimes have a tough time paying less than half of 5 Tips for Spending the Holidays Abroad 11/17/2015 07:00pm • In the United States, the holiday season kicks off in November, with Thanksgiving recipes showcased in every magazine and sparkling Christmas lights decorating every boutique window. However, for many, the allure of spending the holidays on the pristine beaches of Thailand, the winter wonderlands of Steps to Take Now to Make Filing Your Income Taxes Easier 11/17/2015 07:00pm • In mid-April, shortly after the income tax filing deadline for millions of Americans, we encouraged readers to begin planning for their 2015 return. Here's another timely reminder, and this one is especially worth heeding: Steps you take between now and the end of the year can dramatically reduce y 5 family-friendly winter escapes in the Pacific Northwest 11/17/2015 12:00pm • Hot cocoa and s'mores by an outdoor fire pit. Cozy lodge rooms outfitted with beds draped in wool blankets. Adventurous outdoor excursions with reputable guides. There's nothing quite like a Pacific Northwest winter getaway. Here's where to go within easy driving distance of major Pacific Northwest