Marketplace: Don't let sneaky hidden fees 'getcha'

Friday, January 4, 2008

Don't let sneaky hidden fees 'getcha'

Smart consumers know it's important to pay attention to the details. But sometimes the details are so well-hidden, you can't figure anything out. Author Bob Sullivan talks about sneaky hidden fees with Tess Vigeland.

Money to burn, or money to waste? (iStockPhoto.com)

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