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• The 401k Layoff Trap

  I was surprised at the "Borrow from your 401k" suggestion. While it's true that it's better than cashing out, so many people are being laid off unexpectedly. When this happens, it must all be paid back or considered a cash-out, which... Posted Mar 31 2009, 01:43 PM by Gary with | with 6 comment(s) Filed under: layoffs, 401k loans

• What? Me Worry?

  Back when I was growing up Mad magazine was a favorite of kids. (maybe it still is). They had many regular features, but the best known was a character named Alfred E. Neuman. He wandered through life ignoring danger. And he introduced a whole generation... Posted Feb 26 2008, 10:20 AM by Gary with | with 1 comment(s) Filed under: Mortgages, Bankruptcy, 401k loans