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The Mailbag for April 15, 2005

Our economics editor Chris Farrell answers more of your burning money questions. This week: advice on choosing between term and life insurance, stemming the flood of credit card solicitations, and finding the right balance of stocks and bonds in a retirement account.

Chris Farrell answers your financial questions. (Photo: Vince Winkel)

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