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Join the 2008 Financial Fitness Challenge
Join the 2008
Financial Fitness Challenge

and become eligible for a
$50 Visa gift card.

"It is a good idea to reward yourself—within your budget. I try to buy one big item every year. This does not affect my budget and gives me something to plan and look forward to getting."
— Alida Drewes, Member,
Premier America Credit Union
Houston, Texas

Pay Off Your Mortgage Sooner...or Later?
It's satisfying to see your mortgage balance shrink faster, but is prepaying always a smart financial move?

Get There With Portable GPS
You now can buy global positioning system units with as many features as manufacturers' new-car systems for less than half the price.

Step Carefully: Covering Digital Footprint Is Key to Web Privacy
You might not realize it but, as you surf the Web, you're leaving a history of where you've been. Find out how to clean up your steps manually or by using these Web tools.

Tough Times Series: Lenders, Counselors Help Homeowners Avoid Foreclosure
If you're a homeowner, the thought of not being able to make mortgage payments probably tops your list of financial worst-case scenarios. A financial bump in the road doesn't have to spell disaster.

July Challenge-Dig Deep for Grocery Savings
Grocery bills are rising along with fuel bills. One productive solution may be right in your backyard.


Audio Books: A Novel Way to Read a Good Book
As Americans become highly skilled multitaskers, dedicated readers aren't giving up their passion—they're turning to audio books.


Sooner or later, a friend or family member will ask you for money—a loan. Maybe it's already happened. What's Your Story wonders how you'd handle it.

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