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More than just wine country is burning in California 10/15/2017 03:10am • REDWOOD VALLEY, Calif. (AP) — Mendocino County is 70 miles north of California's fabled wine country of Napa and Sonoma counties, now under siege from wildfires. But it's a world away in mood, attitude and, especially, prominence. That helps explain why some residents feel ignored as they deal 5 Things to Consider When Shopping for an Investment Property 10/12/2017 08:00pm • Real estate investments can be challenging, but also very rewarding. Passive income, stability, return on investment, tax benefits, appreciation -- the financial advantages of hold-to-rent real estate can't be denied. Understanding what type of investment property you're looking for and who your ta The Next Frontier: How to Plan the Ultimate Alaska Road Trip 10/12/2017 08:00pm • To fully appreciate the wonder of Alaska's vast, pristine and rugged wilderness, plan a road trip to the Interior and Southcentral regions of the state. While many travelers opt to visit by cruise ship, independently driving these scenic routes and byways is the best way to experience the northern Alexandria proposes registry for short-term rentals; public hearing set 10/12/2017 03:47am • WASHINGTON — If you share your home with short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb in Alexandria, Virginia, you could soon be required to register with the city. "One of the problems with the home-sharing program right now, there's not a good database out there that says exactly how many there Wharf, sweet home: The new SW Waterfront includes chic apartments 10/12/2017 12:51am • WASHINGTON — Suddenly, the District has a new neighborhood. The ribbon is finally cut Thursday on D.C.'s ambitious new development, and amid The Wharf's new retail, entertainment and office space, a pair of new rental properties will be home to hundreds. The Channel and Incanto (950 and 770 5 biggest mistakes real estate investors make and how to avoid them 10/11/2017 08:00pm • Real estate has always been one of the great equalizers in wealth creation in the U.S. As a tangible asset with generally low barriers to entry, people from all walks of life and income levels have succeeded in building real estate empires. The numerous success stories coupled with the potential Montgomery Co. opens door to short-term home rentals 10/10/2017 04:42pm • WASHINGTON — The Montgomery County Council passed a bill that will allow homeowners to open their doors to people looking for short-term rentals, like those offered on websites such as Airbnb and HomeAway. The vote was 9 to 0 in favor of the measure, which will allow homeowners to rent rooms in Should You Buy Off-Campus Housing for Your College Kid? 10/09/2017 08:00pm • If you have a child heading off to college in the near future or you currently have a student in first-year dorms, you may be experiencing sticker shock at the price of student housing. Average prices per year for housing are more than $9,000 in college towns. In highly desirable college towns outs Borrowing to Invest Is Risky Business 10/05/2017 08:00pm • Historically low interest rates on personal borrowing over the past decade can allow people with good credit to capitalize on other opportunities to build their net worth, including levering to invest in real estate, businesses and even stocks. For example, if you use a home equity loan at 4 percent Arlington Co. allows Airbnb rentals, Fairfax Co. may be next 10/03/2017 09:16pm • WASHINGTON — Arlington County allows residents to rent out their homes on sites such as Airbnb and HomeAway, and neighboring Fairfax County may follow. Possible zoning ordinance changes that would make such rentals legal were discussed Tuesday during the Fairfax County board of supervisors' Dev 4 overseas retirement spots that use the US dollar 10/03/2017 08:00pm • Retirement overseas typically comes with the challenge and expense of converting your money. And currencies can be fickle. Exchange rates might swing wildly following world events. It can be difficult to pay your bills when your retirement savings is in U.S. dollars, but it has a different value eac District Wharf Jitney: The Wharf to Hains Point in 3 minutes 10/02/2017 10:49am • WASHINGTON — District Wharf’s Recreation Pier will be what connects people to the water and one of its services is The Wharf Jitney, a small, electric-powered ferry that will shuttle people from The Wharf to East Potomac Park and Hains Point in about three minutes. The Jitney is free and will 50 Little-Known Ways to Land a Cheaper Flight or Hotel 10/01/2017 08:00pm • Expert-backed tips, techniques and money-saving tools to help you secure a deal. As any seasoned traveler can attest, guidebooks, magazines and trip-planning websites are saturated with cost-saving strategies for landing enticing deals and discounts on hotel rooms and plane tickets. And while every Renting Is Worth a Look After Downsizing 09/28/2017 08:00pm • Homeowners in or near retirement often hear experts preach the benefits of downsizing, or selling the current home to buy a cheaper one and pocket the difference. But an alternative often gets less attention -- selling the old homestead and renting the replacement. Proceeds from the sale can be a g 4 Ways to Protect Yourself From Financial Disasters 09/28/2017 08:00pm • When it comes to unexpected bills, such as car repair or medical bills, most of us are not prepared. And as financial disasters, such as a job loss or a debilitating medical condition, get more serious, the less prepared we are. A 2015 study from the Pew Charitable Trusts found that more than half