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5 money hassles

5 money hassles to banish from your life

You didn't win the lottery this week, eh? Well, you can still win some money by taking better care of the cash you have. Here are five financial headaches that quickly steal cash from a budget -- and ways to cure them and put the money back where it belongs.

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Bid these money woes goodbye ...
1. High credit card APR

If you have faithfully paid your bills, make a call and ask nicely for a rate reduction.

 
2. Paying a fee to pay your mortgage biweekly

You don't need a third party to get the benefits of making biweekly payments. There are several ways you can do this at no additional cost and still enjoy the gains.

 
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3. Living without health insurance
Don't risk your health and your financial assets by going without health insurance. Here are seven ways to find affordable coverage.
 
4. Bad driving habits that can wreck your wallet
Here's why you should go easy on the brakes and never ever rev the engine.
Plus: Keeping your car out of the repair shop
 
5. Bullying debt collectors
Take a closer look at the rules a third-party debt collector must follow when collecting a debt.
Plus: 10 ways to fight back against debt collectors
 
 
-- Posted: Jan. 29, 2004
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