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3 Reasons Why Robo-Advisors May Not Be for You 09/29/2015 08:00pm • Technology has disrupted many industries -- newspapers, online travel, movie rentals, taxis and more. Now it is aiming to dramatically change the financial services industry through the emerging use of robo-advisors. Instead of paying a full-service financial advisor an annual fee that averages ar 10 Expenses You Can Cut Today 09/28/2015 08:00pm • Household expenses often have a sneaky way of getting past you without you noticing. In fact, many of the costs you're shelling out for on a daily or weekly basis might be ones that you can cut from your budget altogether. Here are 10 expenses you should consider getting rid of today: Cable The av Police: Man tried to hit Va. officer with Jeep, drove away 09/27/2015 02:08pm • WASHINGTON — Police in Prince William County, Virginia are looking for a man who attempted to hit a police sergeant with his car. The incident happened Saturday afternoon at an arts and crafts show in Occoquan. A red Jeep Cherokee was seen driving through a blocked off area. When th How to Save Money on College Textbooks 09/22/2015 08:00pm • College textbooks can be very expensive. These textbooks can cost more than $2,000 a year. In fact, individual college books often cost around $100 to $200 dollars each. College students going back to school this fall might spend more on books in college than in high school, primarily because there Road closures for pope's visit to create significant delays for commuters 09/22/2015 08:15am • WASHINGTON — The delays and closures surrounding the papal visit from Sept. 22 through 24 will be so significant that commuters should get in their cars only "as a last resort," officials said. The District Department of Transportation anticipates the biggest delays will come Wednesday morning How to Earn Money Renting a Room in Your House 09/21/2015 08:00pm • The sharing economy has introduced all kinds of services that make being a landlord easier. Thanks in large part to these services, many Americans have found financial gains in renting out rooms or entire homes to vacationers as well as long-term tenants. If you think this might be steady source of C&O Canal lockhouse set for renovation 09/20/2015 09:59am • WASHINGTON — Another lockhouse along the C & O Canal will undergo a renovation. Lockhouse 21, in Potomac, Maryland, more generally known as Swains Lockhouse after the family who lived there for years, will be the seventh lockhouse along the canal to be renovated under the Canal Quarters pro Get Smart, Save Money When Buying College Textbooks 09/17/2015 08:00pm • Smart book buying is one college skill you might want to master quickly. Incoming freshmen may assume the campus bookstore and Amazon.com amount to the list of choices, but upperclassmen know better. These days, there's an entire arsenal of apps that streamline the process of buying and selling boo Converting a Residence to a Rental: Cash Flows and Other Considerations 09/17/2015 08:00pm • In the first installment of this two-part series, we discussed how tax guidelines will change when you convert your home into a rental property and transition into becoming a landlord. Now we take a look at the non-tax considerations of becoming a landlord. HOA regulations. If you live in a buildi 7 tips for planning a budget-friendly family trip this fall 09/17/2015 02:00pm • Bright colors, brisk air, thin crowds and reduced rates inspire families of all ages, styles and tastes to get out of town each autumn. After all, if you're not planning a road or camping trip filled with plenty of stargazing, hiking and quality time in the great outdoors, you're probably toying wit 10 things to consider before buying a vacation home 09/17/2015 02:00pm • As you schlep your ski gear to your favorite resort for the umpteenth time or search for lodging near your favorite beach on a holiday weekend, you may think how much easier life would be if you had your own vacation home. An estimated 1.13 million vacation homes were sold in the U.S. last year, Tax Implications for Converting a Primary Residence to Rental Property 09/16/2015 08:00pm • If you have outgrown your current residence or want to move for other reasons, you have a few choices to make, such as selling or renting out your home. If market conditions are favorable, you could sell the property, cashing in your equity and making a profit. If getting your equity out of the pro The Risks of Buying Cheap Insurance 09/16/2015 08:00pm • You've seen the ads. Some insurers promise coverage for extremely low insurance rates, making a big fuss over the great price but saying little about what you'll get for that price. There's nothing wrong with wanting a deal, but it's important to remember that if something goes wrong, and you want Top 6 experiences in Southern California 09/16/2015 02:00pm • Sand, surf and spectacular scenery are just a few reasons why Southern California lures travelers seeking a laid-back beach getaway. Beyond the picturesque shorelines across Malibu, Newport and Santa Monica, there are troves of can't-miss sights in Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Barbara and San D 5 Reasons to Rent Off-Campus in College 09/15/2015 08:00pm • It is one of the most important questions of your college years -- should you live in a dorm on campus, or brave the big, bad world and rent your own place? At the risk of sounding very dramatic, this decision can drastically alter your college experience. While a majority of students (at least the