Personal Finance Roundup

My New Credit Card Strategy [Free Money Finance] “The majority of your charges will earn you at least 5% cash back.”

4 Home Buying Lessons We Should Never Forget Again [Moneyland] “Here is a list of real estate trends the recession has triggered that we hope will stick around.”

How to Deduct Your Pets [Smart Money] “Believe it or not, there are legitimate reasons to deduct dogs, cats and other animals.”

25 Best Places to Retire [CNN Money] “Each of these towns offers amenities galore for the post-work crowd — plus a cost of living that’s pretty darn sweet.”

5 things car salesmen won’t say [MSN Money] “Consumers are arming themselves with information before buying new wheels, and the folks at the dealerships are responding with a few new tricks of their own.”

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