Personal Finance Roundup
10 Things 401(k) Providers Won’t Tell You [Smart Money] “#1. We’re making money on your 401(k) — even if you’re not.”
10 common car-buying mistakes [MSN Money] “Before you step foot in a dealership, arm yourself with these tips. If you don’t, you could be taken for a ride.”
One in five older Americans a victim of financial fraud: survey [MarketWatch] “More than 7.3 million older Americans — one out of every five citizens over the age of 65 — already have been victimized by a financial swindle.”
How Not to Buy Too Much [Wise Bread] “You need to learn financial balance — spending wisely most of the time and treating yourself to the occasional Ferrari.”
Your Vacation-Home Checklist [Kiplinger] “These nine tips can help buyers keep expenses under control.”
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