July 2007
Issue: 47
Welcome
 
Greetings!

Do you ever ask yourself: "Where does my money go?"?  The following articles will help you focus on some of the not so obvious costs in the lifestyle we chose to live. Remember: it's not what you make but it's what you keep.

Enjoy your summer. Maybe you'll even take a trip with your pet. We do it all the time!


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In This Issue
Whole Foods: The whole truth
The hidden costs behind the price tag
Scraping by on $150,000 a year
The best and worst states for taxes
Beware of 'pump-and-dump' stocks.celed
Pet-friendly hotels, airlines let you bring fido on summer vacation
Whole Foods: The whole truth

Whole Paycheck? How to get the biggest bang for your "green" buck when shopping at the pricey chain.

Read on...

The hidden costs behind the price tag

With some acquisitions, such as a puppy, a fancy car or a large house, the money you spend upfront is only the beginning of a big drain on your wallet.

Read on...
 

Scraping by on $150,000 a year

Why is it that no matter how much you earn, you can't make ends meet? The answer is often right before your eyes.

Read on..

The best and worst states for taxes

We pay Uncle Sam the same no matter where we live, but property, gasoline, tobacco, sales and state income taxes are all over the map.

Read on...

Beware of 'pump-and-dump' stocks

Six simple tests will protect you from scammers who use phony announcements or endorsements to inflate a stock's price before bailing out.

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Pet-friendly hotels, airlines let you bring fido on summer vacation

While millions of Americans are vacationing this summer, many of their four-legged friends will be left behind with pet-sitters or put in a kennel. But depending on where they're vacationing, there's a good chance Fido can join in the family fun.

Read on...
Cheers,

Paula Harris and Bill Harris, CFP
WH Cornerstone Investments
781.934.9154
www.whcornerstone.com