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8 Best High-Growth Investments for Your Retirement Account 01/21/2019 07:00pm • Build your portfolio with high-growth investments.Value stocks can offer some reassurance in a down market compared with the increased volatility often associated with high-growth stocks. When taking a long-term view, accounting for market cycles, investing in stocks with growth potential can pay of How to Set Up Your First 401(k) 01/21/2019 07:00pm • New employees have many expenses competing for their limited paychecks. Student loan bills, food, rent and utilities can easily consume a starting salary. But 20-somethings have one very important thing going for them. Young people are in the best position of their lives to start saving for retirem What to Know When Your Salary Includes Stocks 01/20/2019 07:00pm • Owning a piece of the company that employs you is an exciting proposition. But it also comes with risk. Exactly how much depends on the status of the company in question and the type of equity you're offered. That's because there's a big difference between stock-based compensation at a startup whos Furloughed workers could get help with Fairfax County property tax bills 01/20/2019 06:20am • HERNDON, Va. — Communities across the region are providing resources to federal workers embroiled in the government shutdown, and Fairfax County is considering a way to alleviate some of their financial burden. Fairfax County leaders will discuss at Tuesday's board meeting some possible help fo FAQ: What you need to know about the government shutdown 01/18/2019 12:29pm • WASHINGTON — We are now in the midst of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. It started Dec. 22 and shows no signs of letting up. President Donald Trump and congressional Democrats are still in a standoff over Trump's demand for more than $5 billion in border wall funding — wh Metro says it's losing $400K per day during shutdown 01/17/2019 10:42pm • WASHINGTON — In a letter to Virginia and Maryland senators, Metro said that it is losing approximately $400,000 per day during the longest government shutdown. "Our preliminary analysis estimates that for an average weekday when the federal government is closed, Metro is losing approximately $4 The Best Places to Live in Florida 01/17/2019 07:00pm • Where in Florida is the best place for you?If you're a fan of warm weather, sandy beaches and plenty of sunny days, Florida probably sounds like a great place to live. But it's a big state, complete with coastal cities, sprawling, landlocked towns and areas dotted with lakes and canals. That's why i 3 Tips for Investors in a Government Shutdown 01/17/2019 07:00pm • If you're worried about how your investments will fare during a government shutdown, you shouldn't be, at least if you're in your portfolio for the long haul. But that doesn't mean that even investors who don't invest specifically in potentially affected companies or sectors that rely on government When $1 Million in a 401(k) Is Really $600,000 01/17/2019 07:00pm • That $1 million in your 401(k) account looks mighty good. It's more than you've ever had in your life, and that money will fund your retirement. But it's not quite yours. Your retirement account is tax-deferred, not tax-free. And Uncle Sam hasn't been paid yet. "Some people have this notion that whe 6 Ways to Start 2019 on the Right Financial Foot 01/17/2019 07:00pm • By most measures, 2018 was a wild financial ride. It was one of the most volatile years in the stock market on record, which may have had many investors checking their blood pressure more often than we normally would. With 2018 behind us, it's time to focus on the year ahead, and take some steps to 7 of the Best Restaurant Stocks to Buy in 2019 01/16/2019 07:00pm • Barclays is bullish on these restaurant stocks.After a surprisingly strong December U.S. jobs report, market fears about a 2019 recession are looking a bit overblown. In fact, Barclays is predicting a favorable consumer backdrop for restaurant stocks this year. However, with interest rates on the ri How Do Corporate Credit Cards Work? 01/16/2019 07:00pm • Companies use corporate credit cards so that employees can charge authorized business expenses such as hotel stays and flights without relying on their own credit cards or cash. A corporate card usually carries a company's name as well as the name of the employee designated as the cardholder. Broad How To Choose the Right Tax Professional 01/16/2019 07:00pm • The Internal Revenue Service recently announced it will begin processing individual income tax returns on Jan. 28 and issue tax refunds as planned. As you prepare to file taxes, consider the following tips to protect your identity and score the lowest tax bill this year. Guard your personal informa How Investing Can Make Early Retirement Possible for Middle-Class Earners 01/15/2019 07:00pm • If you're middle class, retiring early may seem like a dream. But with strategic planning and the wealth-building power of investing, it may be possible. With a careful long-term investment strategy, almost anyone can leave their 9-to-5 job behind. To begin the process, it's important to understand 6 tax breaks for homeowners 01/15/2019 07:00pm • Whether you're gearing up to file your taxes this year, researching what's ahead for next year or simply contemplating the benefits to buying a house in the future, there's a lot to consider. Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which takes effect for tax filings for the 2018 calendar year, standard