Hidden costs that really add up. More! That's what you'll pay - unless you watch out for the sneaky charges below

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Four situation in which the consumer may be paying hidden fees include using ATMs that charge up to $2 per usage, mail-order music clubs with high shipping and handling costs, hotels that have high local telephone and other fees, and high cost from inefficient use of online services.

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"We paid off a $28,000 credit-card debt."(includes related information on signs that credit card debt is a problem)

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Julie and Jeff Warner found themselves $50,000 in debt after living beyond their income became their lifestyle. A credit counselor helped them to devise a plan to pay off their credit card debt through smaller and more affordable monthly payments and to reform their spending habits.

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Will you retire rich?

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Employees can save more money by starting to contribute to a 401(k) plan when they are young. Participants should contribute the maximum amount allowed, and they should consider riskier investments while they are young. People should avoid borrowing from their 401(k) plans.

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