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If you're getting ready to move to D.C., or if you're just hoping to find a new place to live in the city you already ca 13 Documents Mortgage Lenders Need From Homebuyers 07/22/2015 08:00pm • One of the changes brought about by the foreclosure crisis was a realization that, before granting loans, lenders need to verify that borrowers can make their monthly mortgage payments. That led to a number of changes in how mortgages are granted, including what is called the Ability to Pay Rule, w 10 Ways to Save on Your Wardrobe 07/22/2015 01:00pm • New clothes on tight budgets. We spend over $1,600 on clothing every year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Expenditure Survey. But maybe we don't have to. Contributors to the Frugal Shopper blog suggest a variety of ways to trim costs on apparel, from timing your purchases to 3 Tips for Traveling with Special Needs Children and Adults 07/21/2015 08:00pm • Planning and executing a perfect family trip that appeals to all ages can be a headache for anyone. However, if your family includes a person with special needs, it can seem like even more of a challenge. Lack of accessibility, amenities or understanding from staff and fellow travelers can feel like 10 Life Events That Require Financial Planning 07/20/2015 08:00pm • Sometimes, even the best events in life -- a birth, new job or dream relocation -- require a financial plan. They might necessitate the need for more insurance coverage, a new budget or guidance from a financial advisor. Here are 10 positive events that should inspire you to do some financial plann 5 Ways to Check Into the Best Hotel Deals 07/15/2015 08:00pm • Traveling is expensive: Americans spend $137 per night on average for hotel rooms alone, according to Hotels.com's Hotel Price Index. Not to mention, there's the cost of food, souvenirs and the transportation to get there. But if you're overpaying for your hotel room, it's really no one's fault but 15 Places to Retire in Europe 07/13/2015 08:00pm • Diversifying your portfolio into European real estate is a better idea now than it has been in more than a decade. The dollar is close to par with the euro, providing U.S. dollar holders with more purchasing power than they've had in Europe since 2003. Currency fluctuations and negative economic f Why Buy When You Can Try? Unusual Things You Can Rent 07/12/2015 08:00pm • It's an expensive world. That's why the renting industry thrives. People rent homes, cars, trucks and movies because not everyone has a bank account with unlimited funds. Nobody needs to tell you any of this, but it's worth bringing up because you may not be aware just what you can rent these day How to Spot a Travel Scam 07/08/2015 08:00pm • When was the last time you booked a vacation with the help of a real person, whether it was a travel agent or a customer service representative? Assuming you have access to the Internet, it's safe to say it probably wasn't recently. Though booking sites and social media have made it easier than ever 6 Traps That Snare First-Time Renters 07/08/2015 08:00pm • You learn from your mistakes, everyone says, but if you can learn from other people's mistakes, all the better. That's never been more true than when it comes to renting a home. People tend to think of renting as a fairly cheap way to pay for shelter, but between paying rent every month, furnishing Is Retiring Abroad Right for You? 10 Factors You Should Consider 07/08/2015 08:00pm • The concept is intriguing: Move to another country and live for a fraction of what it costs in the U.S. For retirees, that's one surefire way to make a fixed income go further while living in an exciting new place. Many Americans are happily spending their retirement years in Mexico, France, Spain How to Save Money on Moving Expenses 07/06/2015 08:00pm • Summer is a great season to move into a new home. Kids are out of school, offices tend to be more flexible with granting vacation time and most importantly, the weather is nice. (Who wants to move boxes in the snow?) If you're moving this summer, you've probably noticed how quickly costs add up. 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