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“Spring cleaning” may conjure up visions of decluttered closets, spotless refrigerators and dust-free baseboards. Just as you may give your home a polishing, spring is an ideal time to do the same with your finances. These seven steps can get your finances in top shape for the rest of the year.  Directing some of that […]

Key Takeaways When you’re buying a home, the laundry list of fees and charges thrown at you can feel dizzying. But there’s one charge you must make sure you understand. Homeowner’s Association fees, often abbreviated as “HOA fees,” are critically important — and sometimes pricier than buyers realize. HOA fees are also sometimes called “common […]

Key Takeaways: Budgeting and saving are key components in financial success and moving your finances forward. But if you’re one of the nearly 10 million Americans who are self-employed, work as freelancers or consultants, work on commission, or have joined the gig economy, you may think budgeting is too difficult or even impossible to do effectively. […]

You may be in the depths of winter, whether shoveling, reeling from high heating costs or tired of the shorter days. But spring – and tax season – are just around the corner. This year, a weekend and a District of Columbia holiday – Emancipation Day – are pushing the usual tax filing date to […]

This is the time of year when many of us resolve to get healthy. We typically vow to adopt a variety of lifestyle changes, from hitting the gym to eating better to getting more sleep. While those are admirable goals, research suggests that we should also be making resolutions to improve our financial health.   The […]

Inflation continues. Daylight hours are waning. Temps are dropping. It may not sound like it, yet there’s a lot to love about winter. It really is possible to find activities that are fun and easy on the wallet. Here are a few that may work for you…or spur your imagination to create a season you’ll […]

While the holidays are a time of joy, they can also cause a great deal of financial stress. Buying gifts, hosting holiday gatherings, and traveling to see family and friends can add up, leaving many consumers feeling cash strapped and unsure about how to manage increasing expenses. As a result, holiday shoppers often rely on […]

Key takeaways Winter is coming – and in some parts of the country, it’s already here! As temperatures fall, naturally you can expect your home heating bills to rise. Inflation and natural gas shortages are causing prices to spike, with households using natural gas expected to pay 28% more to heat their homes this winter, […]

Things worth remembering about Thanksgiving: appreciation, gratitude, and money in your pocket.

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