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from Bankrate.com - Thu May 17 04:23:35 EDT 2012

3 reasons prepaid cards may be right for you
Fees on prepaid cards can swipe money from your pocket, but they can help some bank consumers.
Prepaid card pays 6 percent. What's the catch?
Watch out for fees on prepaid credit cards tempting you to park money for a high yield.
Warning! 5 prepaid debit card scams to watch for
Prepaid card users are targets. Don't let a thief swipe your money when you swipe your card.

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Best strategy for using up college savings?
A family should be smart about using its college funding sources. That means federal aid, too.
Buyer, beware additions done without permits
Buying a house with additions done on the sly? An inspector is the last person to worry about.
Can I avoid paying taxes on a Roth conversion?
You can spread the income over two years, but it's too late to recharacterize a Roth IRA.
Can I escape bad broker -- and transfer fees?
You think your broker is bananas. Be careful so breaking away doesn't cost you a bunch.
Can I trust my new car's oil-life monitor?
Do you change your oil too frequently? Follow your oil-life monitor. It may save you money.
Deducting interest when you refi to buy a rental
You can allocate the mortgage interest between your primary residence and the rental property.
Does wife owe ex-hubby's credit card debt?
Divorce is messy, but it can get messier if you don't cut the credit card connection cleanly.
Ex filed bankruptcy. What about my motorcycle?
Should a man keep paying on his bike when his ex-wife included the loan in bankruptcy?
Go AWOL from Uncle Sam's savings plan?
Ten-hut! Learn if troops can do better than the federal retirement plan and its new option.
How can I avoid these scary closing costs?
Before you rule out a refinance over the expense, consider the monthly and long-term savings.
How do I shake debt resulting from ID theft?
A fraudster sullied your good credit. Don't let a fishy collection agency victimize you, too.
How frequently should you change your oil?
Your carmaker knows best on when you should get an oil change.
How should I put away money for grad school?
Get educated on a 529 plan, a good course to set money aside toward earning a graduate degree.
Is it worth it to refinance an underwater ARM?
Cash, and maybe Uncle Sam, can help you refi to a fixed rate if you owe too much.
Must I pay taxes in 2 countries? 'Nein!'
You'll have to pay taxes in the U.S., but take these steps for an exemption from Germany.

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