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How to Stay Tax Compliant as an American Retiree Overseas 01/27/2019 07:00pm • As an American retired abroad, no matter where in the world you are living or how long you reside there, you are required to file a U.S. tax return each year. The one exception is if you earn less than the minimum income tax filing threshold any year. This amount changes each year, but is about $12 How Warren's plan to tax the rich is different from Ocasio-Cortez's 01/27/2019 08:13am • Both Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren and freshman New York Rep. Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez want to tax the rich -- but the two progressive Democratic icons are proposing going about it in very different ways. Most proposals to tax the rich have focused on raising rates on income and capital Metro IG raises concerns about improper payments 01/26/2019 05:40am • WASHINGTON — New investigations reveal concerns about Metro's contracting systems and about money owed to the agency by former Metro employees. The two reports by Metro's Office of Inspector General have led Metro to promise improvements to procedures to prevent improper payments that could add Column: An offer for Bryce Harper and Manny Machado that makes sense 01/25/2019 02:40am • WASHINGTON — So, we’re all still here, waiting. The MLB free agent bonanza that was supposed to make history this winter with unprecedented, blockbuster deals has instead made a much different kind of history as the market for Bryce Harper and Manny Machado has seemingly vanished into thin ai First-Time Homebuyer Programs for Florida Residents 01/24/2019 07:00pm • Breaking into homeownership can be difficult. Hurdles such as affordability, credit history and market prices keep many people from achieving their goal of owning a house. Fortunately for Floridians, federal and state programs and mortgage products are aimed at first-time homebuyers to help ease the 401(a) vs. 401(k): What Is the Difference? 01/24/2019 07:00pm • Traditional 401(k) plans are a primary workplace savings vehicle, as they offer an easy and tax-efficient way to build a nest egg for retirement. However, there is a lesser-known retirement savings plan worth considering: the 401(a) plan. "Most people have never heard of a 401(a)," says Drew Keller 7 Best Places To Hold Short-Term Cash 01/24/2019 07:00pm • Short-term funds have big-time returns.Short-term investments may be a good solution for those looking to remain liquid or stashing cash in an emergency fund. With the Federal Reserve raising interest rates, rates on securities that mature anywhere from several days to a few years are boasting some The Best Places to Live in the U.S. for Young Professionals 01/24/2019 07:00pm • Which places provide opportunities for recent grads?When it comes to finding a new hometown, the needs of a parent or retiree can vary widely from those of a recent college grad. Young professionals, whether they're just out of college or several years into the workforce, are typically more willing How to buy a furloughed fed a beer — contractors too 01/24/2019 08:58am • WASHINGTON — Beer budgets could be among expenses taking a hit for federal employees and contractors impacted by the ongoing partial government shutdown. A couple of D.C. entrepreneurs have set up a way for anyone to pay for what might be a much-needed beer or two during these stressful times. How much do you owe on your Virginia taxes this year? It's unclear 01/24/2019 04:00am • WASHINGTON — Virginians still do not know what rules they will file their state taxes under, even with filing season set to begin Monday, creating urgency in the push toward an at-least temporary resolution in Richmond. The General Assembly is locked in a debate over what is typically a straigh 'Whole calendar' of Va. craft beer new releases on hold because of shutdown 01/23/2019 09:22pm • ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- In Alexandria, Virginia, on Wednesday, business owners, furloughed federal workers and a U.S. senator sat down with a cold beer and tried to solve the world's problems, while commiserating about the tough times brought on by the partial federal shutdown. Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va. Health Insurance for Diabetics 01/23/2019 07:00pm • More than 30 million Americans have diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Left uncontrolled, it can raise blood sugar to dangerously high levels and cause life-threatening complications. Notably, people who have the chronic condition are at risk for what's called ma Tax Deductions That Disappeared This Year 01/23/2019 07:00pm • This tax-filing season, taxpayers are poised to experience the impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which eliminated beneficial deductions and credits. Touted as the largest tax overhaul in 30 years, the law could be a mixed bag for many households as it increases the standard deduction and Fairfax Co. considers shutdown help, may need to find millions 01/23/2019 04:25am • WASHINGTON — With thousands of residents working without pay or furloughed for more than a month, Fairfax County, Virginia, is considering additional steps to help those struggling to make ends meet. The concerns would rise to an even higher level if the shutdown continues into March, county su Today in History: Jan. 23 01/23/2019 12:15am • Today is Wednesday, Jan. 23, the 23rd day of 2019. Today's Highlight in History: On Jan. 23, 1845, Congress decided all national elections would be held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. On this date: In 1368, China's Ming dynasty, which lasted nearly three centuri