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4 Tips for Investing in Property in Another Area 08/15/2018 08:00pm • Most real estate investors start by investing in local property, but what if buildings in the area are overvalued, or if there are good deals in another city or state? Investing outside your local area takes a different mindset than buying property in your hometown. Here are some tips to help. Stud Local Airbnb rental ends with a house trashed, owner arrested 08/15/2018 04:30am • WASHINGTON — It wasn't a typical Airbnb rental, as it ended with guests allegedly being held at gunpoint by the homeowner host—who was then taken to jail. That's what Loudoun County, Virginia, sheriff's deputies describe happening in Middleburg last weekend. John A. "Jack" Andrews, 77, of What Is an Efficiency Apartment? 08/14/2018 08:00pm • You're looking for an apartment on your own, but whether your budget is low, you travel a lot for work or you simply consider yourself a minimalist, you want a small space. The fewer walls, the better. In that case, you may be in the market for an efficiency or studio apartment. An efficiency apartm 10 Best Student Discounts to Save Money in 2018 08/13/2018 08:00pm • As a college student, you're probably on a tight budget -- and retailers know that. To get your business, many offer discounts on everything from clothes to pricey electronics. These are some of the best discounts college students can take advantage of this upcoming school year. All you need is a A Guide to Borrowing Money From Friends and Family 08/13/2018 08:00pm • Asking to borrow money from a family member or friend can be a difficult and awkward conversation. The reality is nobody likes being asked to part with their money. And when you make an arrangement to borrow cash from a friend or family member, you put yourself at risk of creating a strain in your r 2nd child dies following last Sunday's shooting in McLean 08/11/2018 12:05pm • UPDATE (12:05 p.m., 08/11/2018): The child who was taken to the hospital and remained in critical condition for days after Sunday night's shooting has died. Additional charges are anticipated for Veronica Youngblood. WASHINGTON — The woman charged with killing her 5-year-old daughter and wo Take a Crash Course in Student Housing Investments 08/09/2018 08:00pm • As the back-to-school season gets under way, you may be shopping around for new investments for your portfolio. Real estate is a solid diversification tool and student housing is an under-the-radar sector to consider this fall. "The student housing real estate investment market is virtually untappe Town of Herndon explores ways to regulate Airbnb-style rentals 08/09/2018 11:00am • In an effort to break its silence on regulating short-term rentals through websites like Airbnb, Town of Herndon officials are contemplating ways to regulate the growing market, which often pits homeowners seeking to make a profit against neighbors seeking to control noise and maintain safety. The DC area among top cities for new apartments this year 08/09/2018 10:50am • WASHINGTON — Most of the cranes dotting the Washington skyline are erecting residential buildings, and the D.C.-area ranks high again this year for new apartments. Rent Café puts the Washington metro No. 9 out of the 20 largest U.S. cities for the number of brand-new rental units coming to mar The Guide to Understanding Your Home Value 08/08/2018 08:00pm • Getting ready to sell your house, looking to refinance or buying a new homeowners insurance policy -- these are just three of many reasons you'll find yourself trying to figure out how much your home is worth. You know how much you paid for the property, and you likely consider the work you've done 10 Ways to Cut Your Textbook Costs 08/07/2018 08:00pm • Students can spend hundreds of dollars on books.Tuition isn't the only higher-education expense that makes paying for college challenging -- the price of books and supplies can add up quickly. According to the most recent survey data from the College Board, college students spent roughly $1,250 on b The Best Ways to Build Credit Without a Credit Card 08/06/2018 08:00pm • Everybody wants the best mortgage rates, credit card perks, insurance quotes or apartment options. An awesome credit score can be the ticket to landing them, but getting that great score is easier said than done -- especially if you don't have, or don't want, a credit card. However, even without pl Everything You Need to Know About the New Tax Form 08/06/2018 08:00pm • Before the tax law overhaul, the Trump administration and Republican-led Congress touted a postcard-size income tax return form designed to simplify filing your taxes. In June, the Internal Revenue Service and U.S. Treasury Department released a draft copy of the new 1040 income tax form. However, c Fairfax Co. OKs new rules for Airbnb, other short-term rentals 08/01/2018 11:55am • WASHINGTON — After more than a year of study, Fairfax County, Virginia has approved new rules for people who rent out their homes through websites, such as Airbnb and FlipKey. The new rules approved by the county board of supervisors Tuesday go into effect starting Oct. 1. Under the new rule The Best Travel Rewards Programs for 2018-19 07/30/2018 08:00pm • Enjoy complimentary perks, favorable redemption rates and more by enrolling in one (or more) of these rewards programs.Travel expenses can add up quickly, so why not take advantage of savings when possible? Considering factors everyday travelers value, such as available benefits and ease of earning