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10 takeaways from the Wizards at the midpoint of the season 01/09/2023 12:02am • 10 takeaways from Wizards at halfway point originally appeared on NBC Sports WashingtonThe Wizards would certainly prefer to be in a better position as they reach the midway point of the 2022-23 season, now at 17-24 through 41 games, losers of three straight. Amid injuries, one of the most difficult 5 Best Short-Term Investments for Generating Income 01/08/2023 07:00pm • The stock market is a great place to invest for those with long-term plans for their retirement portfolios, but what about investors with more short-term objectives? For these investors, ensuring safety of principal and some income potential tends to be more important than all-out growth. This is wh The Best Days to Shop in 2022 01/08/2023 07:00pm • Getting the best price on necessities and splurges boils down to timing. By knowing when seasonal items are likely to go on sale and when major sales take place, you can buy what you want but pay significantly less. For 2023, retailers are likely to throw their usual sales events, with the seasons s 8 Best Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Amid a Global Chip Shortage 01/08/2023 07:00pm • These are the best semiconductor stocks to buy right now.A global chip shortage has disrupted the semiconductor industry in the past two years as demand continues to outpace supply. In August, President Joe Biden signed the $52 billion bipartisan Chips and Science Act to help boost domestic U.S. sem How to Pay Less Tax on Retirement Account Withdrawals 01/08/2023 07:00pm • Decrease your tax bill.You don't get to use all the money in your traditional 401(k) and IRA for retirement because you still have to pay taxes on it. Income tax is generally due on each distribution from traditional retirement accounts. However, there are several ways to minimize taxes as you pull 10 ETFs to Build a Diversified Portfolio 01/04/2023 07:00pm • These ETFs offer protection against whatever volatility 2023 has in store.A common definition of diversification is "not keeping all your eggs in one basket." However, there are different levels to this. For instance, the investor who bets their portfolio on a single software company is less diversi 9 Red Flags That Could Trigger a Tax Audit 01/04/2023 07:00pm • What is an IRS audit?The IRS may choose to review a taxpayer's accounts and financial information to ensure they followed all tax laws. Even though the IRS audited only 0.3% of individual income tax returns in 2020, many taxpayers live in fear of a letter from the bureau questioning items on their r 8 Top-Performing Fidelity Funds for Retirement 01/04/2023 07:00pm • These Fidelity funds still had the highest 10-year returns despite incurring losses in 2022.With 322 mutual funds in their lineup, Fidelity offers investors a wide range of choices suitable for various objectives and risk tolerances. From straightforward, low-cost index funds to actively managed sec Amazon, Prince George’s Co. fund affordable housing project in Hyattsville 01/04/2023 10:40am • The Prince George’s County Department of Housing and Community Development in Maryland has joined Amazon in supporting an affordable housing project planned by Gilbane Development Company at the West Hyattsville Metro station. When finished, The Sovren will include 293 apartments, half of which 7 Best Vanguard Funds for Beginner Investors 01/03/2023 07:00pm • Beginner investors can create a complete investment portfolio with these low-cost funds.It can be easy for new do-it-yourself investors to get overwhelmed when it comes to fund selection. With both the mutual fund and exchange-traded fund, or ETF, industry growing larger by the day, picking the righ Every 2023 Tax Deadline You Need to Know 01/02/2023 07:00pm • Tax Day is April 18.In 2023, taxpayers will be required to file their federal income tax returns by April 18 -- or file for an extension. For those who own their own businesses, are self-employed or need to take other special tax considerations into account, however, there are plenty of other import 2022's 10 Best-Performing Stocks 01/02/2023 07:00pm • These stocks generated the best returns in 2022.The S&P 500 finished its worst year since 2008 on a low note, falling 5.9% in December and ending 2022 down 19.4%. Investors remain concerned about persistently high inflation, aggressive Federal Reserve interest rate hikes and an uncertain global For 3rd time, Muriel Bowser is sworn in as DC mayor 01/02/2023 04:21pm • Amid a room full of cheering supporters, Muriel Bowser was sworn in as D.C. mayor for a third time — becoming the first mayor to serve a third term since Marion Barry did so. In her inaugural address, Bowser pledged to "win back our downtown" by transforming office space into residential hubs a How to get 'free' money to help you transition to cleaner energy 01/02/2023 11:26am • Cynics say there's no such thing as a free lunch, but there is some free money available for homeowners to transition from fossil fuels to cleaner energy sources. As part of the "Inflation Reduction Act," which Congress passed last year, households are being offered thousands of dollars of incent Financial New Year's resolutions 01/02/2023 10:30am • Improve your financial life. Embrace the allure of a fresh start. The beginning of a new year is a great time to commit to your money goals, budget better, pay down debt, ditch bad habits and improve your financial picture to reach your goals. If you want 2023 to be a better year for your mon