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What to Know Before Renting Out Your Vacation Home 02/24/2016 07:00pm • You own a second home, and you find you don't use it very often. Or, you bought your retirement home years before you will actually need it. Or, you would love to buy a vacation home but need some help paying for it.All those scenarios lead homeowners to turn their second homes into vacation rentals 6 Insider Secrets for Saving Time and Money at Disney 02/24/2016 07:00pm • Planning a stress-free Disney vacation can seem like an elusive task. Whether you want to visit Walt Disney World or Disneyland, there are plenty of factors to consider, from lodging and dining costs to wait times to strategic ways to snap up reservations at popular attractions. And with tools at W Red Carpet Ready: How to Save on Formal Attire 02/23/2016 07:00pm • The 88th annual Academy Awards are right around the corner, and celebrities are in the final stages of prepping and primping for one of the most famous floor treatments in the country: the red carpet. Many consumers will tune in just for the pre-Oscar arrivals to watch the other half parade around i Best Adventure Vacations in the USA 02/22/2016 07:00pm • Whether you like to hike, fish, surf or climb, you'll find an adventure to suit your tastes.From the country's hallowed national parks to the peaks of northern Maine to the sands of Hawaii, this year's 15 Best Adventure Vacations in the USA will appeal to all thrill-seekers. Combining reader feedbac 15 best foodie destinations in the U.S. 02/22/2016 07:00pm • What makes a great foodie destination? More and more travelers are planning their vacations around the eateries they want to visit in any given destination. After all, a large part of a city's culture lies in its cuisine. But what makes a place worth visiting for the food alone? The answer depend How Retirees Can Prove Their Income for Renting 02/22/2016 07:00pm • As baby boomers downsize, a small but growing number of them are choosing to rent rather than buy a home. The number of Americans between ages 50 and 74 who rent has increased by several percentage points between 2004 and 2013, according to data from the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard 5 Clever Ways to Take Advantage of Low Gas Prices 02/22/2016 07:00pm • The nationwide average for a gallon of gas is around $1.80. That's incredibly inexpensive compared to gas prices over the last decade. With the exception of one brief period in early 2009, gas prices have been much closer to $4 per gallon.These low prices are a relief for many families. In families 5 Financial Risks Startups Have to Take 02/18/2016 07:00pm • Everyone seems to be jumping on the startup bandwagon; people are coining themselves entrepreneurs in hopes of one day inventing the next Facebook or Pandora and becoming billionaires. We're all familiar with the rags-to-riches stories many entrepreneurs experience, but not all of us understand the Do You Need Additional Home Insurance? 02/17/2016 07:00pm • You may think that once you buy homeowners insurance you are covered for every possible peril, from natural disasters to fire to lightning to theft. But a regular homeowners policy doesn't cover all types of damage and losses, which means you may need to consider additional coverage. "It begins wit Great Places to Celebrate Milestone Birthdays (and Special Occasions) 02/16/2016 07:00pm • There are birthdays and then there are birthdays. Certain milestones -- 21, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 and 100 -- are significant events. Such moments call for a memorable celebratory trip. And when you want to go big on your birthday, there's nothing like being somewhere that sets the tone for the Top Spring Break Value Destinations for Families 02/15/2016 07:00pm • A family spring break should be the easiest and best value vacation of the year whether you're looking for an affordable snowy, sandy or urban retreat. Here are great trip ideas for groups of all ages, interests and budgets. Indoor Waterpark Escapes and Theme Parks While southern beaches will attr Former WAMU building slated to become apartments 02/15/2016 11:07am • Urban Investment Partners acquired three properties owned by American University including the structure that previously housed public radio station WAMU. That building on 4000 Brandywine Street and another on Wisconsin Avenue will be converted into apartments. The third property will continue to s 7 things you don't have to pay taxes on 02/15/2016 09:00am • Uncle Sam may act like the greediest relative ever, but he won't take every dollar that comes your way. It only seems like it. So if you're starting your taxes soon or are in the midst of it and feeling full of despair, take a little heart. Here are some items you don't have to pay taxes on. P The Pros and Cons of Retiring in a Tourist Town 02/09/2016 07:00pm • One of the most important questions to ask yourself when considering making a move to another country for retirement is whether you'd like to live in a highly touristed area or a place that's removed from the tourist path. Living in a tourism area can mean big annoyances, but it also has its advanta The Pros and Cons of Investing in a Vacation Home 02/09/2016 07:00pm • For the winter weary, February is the perfect month to head for the beach or slopes. And many vacationers have the same thought: "Gee, wouldn't it be great if we owned a place like this?" With improvements in the economy and housing market, the second home that seemed out of the question a few years