Over-the-Top Bank Fees
Paying an overdraft fee on your checking account is like having your mouth washed out with soap: The bank says it's for your own good-but is it really? In 2006, consumers paid an estimated $17.5 billion in overdraft fees. To avoid outrageous overdraft charges, keep close tabs and weave a safety net.
Over-The-Top Bank Fees - Kiplinger.com

Entrepreneur of the Year
The ousted co-founder of PayPal wants to provide solar power to everyone, put us in supercharged electric cars, and colonize Mars. He just might pull off all three.
Elon Musk - Entrepreneur of the Year - Tesla Motors -SpaceX Other Top Entrepreneurs of 2007

Real vs. Fake?
Whether it's adulterated medicine that can kill you, bogus batteries that can burn you, or wannabe Guccis that simply wear out fast (though you may look stylish for a while), counterfeit merchandise is everywhere. Because today's fakes are not just the usual knockoffs, you need to take special precautions when you shop.
ConsumerReports.org - Counterfeit products: What to look for counterfeit quiz - can you guess the fake?

6 Notorious Credit Killers
You may not know it, but you could be perpetrating a violent crime ... against your credit. Many common behaviors slay your chances of getting a better FICO score. Here are six to look out for.
6 ways to be a credit killer -Bankrate.com

Best Medicines for Less: Consumer Reports Best Buy Drugs
Have allergies? There is a good chance you are taking Zyrtec to provide relief at a cost of $101/month. If you switch to nonprescription Ioratadine at $13/month you will be saving $88. This is just one of nine examples that can save hundreds or even thousands of dollars if you and your doctor choose a CR Best Buy Drug over a newer, highly advertised alternative.
ConsumerReports.org - How to Save Hundreds of Dollars on Prescriptions ConsumerReports.org - Best medicines for less, save money on prescription drugs

5 Ways to Cut Your Cell Phone Bill
Look into special-caller deals. Verizon Wireless and AT&T don't charge for calls to other customers using the same service. Alltel's My Circle plans provide free calling to any 10 wireless or landline numbers that you designate; T-Mobile's myFaves plans (right) do the same, for five numbers.
ConsumerReports.org - Cell phone service, 5 ways to cut your bill
Also: Pssst: You Don't Need a Cell Service Contract

Off the Rack
One of the hottest shopping trends these days isn't faux fur or the leather satchel; it's personal shoppers. Though they've been around for years, until recently, stores reserved the amenity for big spenders. But now, from Macy's to the more upscale Barneys, personal-shopping services are growing. Are personal shoppers anything more than a way to boost sales? Off the Rack | SmartMoney.com

Top-Earning Young Superstars
These 20 people have it all. They have fame, wealth and youth on their side. See 20 top-earning celebrities under 25. Topping the list is NBA great LeBron James with $27 million. Other top young earners are Maria Sharapova, Michelle Wie, Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen, Daniel Radcliffe, Hilary Duff, Carrie Underwood, Avril Lavigne & Keira Knightly.
20 Under 25: The Top-Earning Young Superstars - Forbes.com

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