Personal Finance Roundup

10 Hidden Costs That Hurt Your Wallet [Wise Bread] “There are hidden costs, such as the time and money it takes to get to the store, that determine which decision is truly the less-expensive route.”

How to Avoid Common Money Mistakes [Get Rich Slowly] “Here are some tips to avoid costly money mistakes when you’re in your 20s, 30s, and 40s.”

6 Ways To Extend The Life Of Your Car [Bible Money Matters] “Lowering your mechanic bill and extending the value and life of your car isn’t difficult if you are a little proactive.”

The Well-rounded Résumé: Six Jobs to Have by Age Thirty [Mint Life Blog] “Before settling into a career, any well-rounded person should have these six different kinds of jobs on his or her résumé.”

4 Traditional Money Rules to Break Now [Smart Money “Here are four traditional money rules you can break–at least for now.”

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