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Only 30 Years to Go. Will Millennials Be Ready for Retirement? 12/21/2016 07:00pm • The oldest members of the millennial generation turned 35 this year. That means those who want leave the workforce at the traditional retirement age of 65 have 30 years left to prepare for retirement. That may seem like a lot of time, but some millennials might need to meet their retirement goals so Pre-Retirement Checkup: What You Should Do in the 5 Years Before You Retire 12/21/2016 07:00pm • For people who turned 60 this year, retirement is beginning to come into sight. The question is, are they actually ready for it? "Your age isn't what you should be relying on to determine when you should retire," says Walter Updegrave, an author and journalist who runs the site Real Deal Retirement, DC barbershop owner gets more than 11 years in tax scheme 12/20/2016 11:47pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — A D.C. barbershop owner has been sentenced to more than 11 years in prison for his role in an identity theft and tax fraud scheme that falsely sought more than $20 million in refunds. Kevin Brown of Capitol Heights, Maryland, pleaded guilty in 2013 and was sentenced Tuesday. P The 10 Best Ways to Buy Real Estate 12/20/2016 07:00pm • Investing in real estate.Investing in real estate directly can be lucrative, but it also comes with pitfalls. It often involves large initial investments, it can be a time suck and additional costs can pile up along the way. Real estate investment trusts are a far simpler alternative. These publicly Can a Robot Manage Your Money in 2017? 12/20/2016 07:00pm • Every year, there's more to manage in our lives. With new technology, promising to simplify our lives, it appears the reverse is true. Our lives get more and more complex. By the way, does anyone know how to work an Apple (ticker: AAPL) watch? But there is also a growing simplification trend -- pro How Does a Health Savings Account Work? 12/20/2016 07:00pm • Two-thirds of the way through the Obamacare enrollment period that ends Jan. 31, many seeking coverage are shocked at the prices, especially the huge out-of-pocket expenses piled atop crushing premiums. As health coverage gets more expensive, even people with workplace plans can face a crushing loa DC Council passes controversial paid leave bill 12/20/2016 05:13pm • WASHINGTON -- D.C. Council on Tuesday approved legislation for what could be one of the nation’s most generous paid family leave programs. The Universal Paid Leave Act passed in the D.C. Council, with nine votes in favor and four against. D.C. Council on Tuesday approved one of the nation Don't click on that link: Police warn of package delivery scam 12/20/2016 12:38pm • WASHINGTON -- 'Tis the season of package deliveries and internet scams trying to lure cash or personal information from unsuspecting consumers. Manassas City Police last week issued a warning to residents about a DHL package delivery scam. Customers receive an email asking them to click on a link 3 financial topics to discuss with your kids this holiday 12/20/2016 01:42am • WASHINGTON — The holidays are a special time for my family when my children are home from college and we have time to reconnect with one another. I find it’s an ideal time to talk to them about important issues when they are not stressed out about exams, papers and projects. It’s also a gre What to Do When Markets Are Hitting All-Time Highs 12/19/2016 07:00pm • We are currently in a period where equity markets are hitting new all-time highs. This creates a temptation to sell and wait for the markets to come back down to a lower price point. If you have extra cash, you might be thinking about delaying investing that money in the stock market. There is alway Key Indicators Show a Robust Economy in 2017 12/19/2016 07:00pm • Great news -- the U.S. economy should speed up next year. If all goes according to plan, that will mean better raises for those with jobs, and more opportunities for those looking for work. There are a couple of potential bumps in the road, but so far they don't point to an imminent problem. Trump UA vs. UAA: What's the Difference Between Under Armour's 2 Stock Classes? 12/19/2016 07:00pm • Ever since what was effectively a 2-for-1 stock split back in April 2016, there had been two publicly traded classes of Under Armour (ticker: UA, UAA) stock: Class A shares that traded under the ticker symbol "UA", and Class C shares, which traded under ticker symbol "UA.C." Adding more confusion t How to Revamp Your Retirement Strategy When Changing Jobs 12/19/2016 07:00pm • Changing jobs -- whether it's to pursue a different career path or snag a higher salary -- is something most people do at some point. Young adults are particularly receptive to the idea of switching things up, with 21 percent saying they've changed jobs in the last year, according to Gallup's "How 7 Steps to Protect Your Retirement Fund 12/19/2016 07:00pm • Whether you are approaching or already in retirement, taking stock of your financial situation on a regular basis is an important element of staying on track. There are some items that need to be completed before the end of the year, while others can wait until January. If you are still working, pl A Simple Resolution for the New Year 12/19/2016 07:00pm • The end of the year is often a time for reflection. Looking back, there is no doubt that 2016 had its fair share of drama, ranging from the grueling election cycle to market volatility to a seemingly endless parade of shocking world events. In many respects, it was a year unlike any we have seen be