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5 Ways to Make Room in Your Budget to Pay Off Credit Card Debt 02/12/2017 07:00pm • Credit card debt is a familiar burden to Americans. Nearly two-thirds of Americans are carrying credit card debt or have had it in the past, according to a new NerdWallet survey. And that debt isn't cheap. Households that regularly carry credit card debt pay an average of about $1,300 a year in inte The 10 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Mexico 2017 02/08/2017 07:00pm • See which all-inclusive properties came out on top this year.If you want to plan a vacation that requires little logistical legwork, there are few options that are as convenient and care-free as an all-inclusive resort. Food, alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, on-site activities and off-site excursi 9 Ways to Save Money on a Spring Break Trip 02/08/2017 07:00pm • Bookmark these insider tricks to cut costs without cutting corners on your next big trip.With spring break fast approaching -- a time when college students across the country swap textbooks and test-cramming for swimsuits and selfies -- chances are, you're longing for a relaxing escape from party-he 4 Companies Trying to Turn Things Around (M HTZ CMG JCP) 02/08/2017 07:00pm • When something goes wrong, it's tempting to think it can only get better. That's often the case for large companies, where investors may see a dinged-up stock as an opportunity to jump in for cheap. But that idiom doesn't always play out. Sometimes bad situations just get worse. That's why large-cap 5 Signs That It's Time to Hire Professional Tax Help 02/08/2017 07:00pm • Knowing when to seek out a professional's help when filing your taxes can be tricky. First of all, it's not exactly cheap. The average fee for professional help with preparing and submitting individual tax returns ranges from $176 to $457, depending on the complexity and forms filed, according to th Lawmakers reach midpoint of 2017 legislative session 02/07/2017 12:47pm • RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia drivers going too slow in the left lane could get $250 fines, hunters could wear blaze pink instead of orange, and women could buy a year's worth of birth control under legislation still alive at the General Assembly. The 2017 legislative session entered its home s Best free hotel amenities and experiences 02/01/2017 07:00pm • Free Wi-Fi access and complimentary coffee have become standard in most hotels throughout the country, but some properties go above and beyond when it comes to wooing their guests with complimentary amenities. Read on to find out which hotels let visitors test-drive a luxury car, play a Fender guita 50 best hotels in America 02/01/2017 07:00pm • The top 50 properties range from towering city center lodgings to charming beachfront boutiques. Selecting the perfect hotel for your long-awaited vacation is no easy task. Even after scouring the web to scrutinize on-site amenities, dining options, fitness facilities, Wi-Fi availability and more 15 Ways to Travel in Retirement on a Fixed Budget 02/01/2017 07:00pm • Sharon Ellison is a 62-year-old retired school secretary in Lowell, Michigan. Her husband, 66, spent much of his career self-employed in modest endeavors. The couple doesn't fit the mold of retirees who have enough disposable income to jet off to Europe regularly. And yet, they have visited the con DC to consider regulations for Airbnb-type rentals 02/01/2017 04:52am • WASHINGTON — The D.C. Council may consider legislation introduced by Council member Kenyan McDuffie that would put new restrictions on short-term rentals in the District, and require both hosts and rental platforms to prove they are properly licensed to operate.  Currently, Airbnb hosts are r How to 'Cheat' Financially Without Breaking Your Budget 01/30/2017 07:00pm • The fast track to financial success revolves around making wise choices with every dollar you bring in. However, sticking to that tactic can be incredibly hard. Life is full of temptations, and the ability to splurge a little on occasion can make a big difference when it comes to feeling joyful and 6 Things to Know About Buying a Condo in Austin 01/29/2017 07:00pm • Bigger isn't always better in Austin, Texas, especially when it comes to condos. As the market continues to heat up, buyers are realizing that having a low-maintenance downtown property with less square footage relieves the hassles of traffic and some of the financial responsibilities of a single-f The Chinese Corporate Structure That Terrifies American Investors 01/25/2017 07:00pm • A major part of successful long-term investing is eliminating risk. The stock market has historically been one of the best-performing asset classes, but it is also one of the riskiest. No matter how stable a company is, economic declines, market shifts and even corporate malfeasance can be difficult 5 Places to Visit Where the U.S. Dollar Is Strong 01/25/2017 07:00pm • While time-tested frugal hacks such as using airline miles or scouring the internet for resort deals can make for a cheaper trip, your wallet will thank you if pick a destination with a favorable exchange rate. When your dollar is worth more, it's easier to stretch your money further, extend your t Hacks for Getting the Most Out of European Train Travel 01/24/2017 07:00pm • When avid traveler and national Catholic radio show host Teresa Tomeo visited Italy with her husband to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary, she was shocked to find herself booted off a train at night in an unfamiliar setting. If it weren't for a fellow English-speaking traveler who advised her