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Here are some of my favorite news articles from this week:

30-year mortgage rates hold steady (AP) from Yahoo! News: Personal Finance News “Rates on 30-year mortgages held steady this week near their low point for the year, reflecting the slowdown in economic growth.” We’re purchasing a house in the fall. I’m really enjoying this steady rate talk.

Diesel cars are coming back from Personal finance news - CNNMoney.com “With rising gas prices, diesel cars and SUVs are gearing up for a major American comeback after a brief appearance 25 years ago. But if all you remember are the smell and noise, you might not recognize the new leaner, cleaner versions.”

7 Net-worth killers from Personal finance news - CNNMoney.com
“The biggest mistakes we all make - and how to avoid them. Plus: How does your bottom line stack up?”

Euro vacations: Beat the weak dollar from Personal finance news - CNNMoney.com
“With the greenback at record lows, summer vacation in Europe can be budget-crushing. But there are ways to ease the pain. ” This is in our plans for next year. Hopefully the dollar will have improved enough for this not to apply.