Star Money Articles for the Week of Feb. 19

Here are interesting posts and news this week from the MoneyBlogNetwork members and beyond:

• AllFinancialMatters wonders if anyone should use a credit counseling service.

• MightyBargainHunter got a great deal on wings.

• Five Cent Nickel details how to get free long distance calls via Google Maps.

• Blueprint for Financial Prosperity asks if you should spend now or save now.

• Consumerism Commentary announces that Wachovia is starting to charge for direct access to Quicken.

• Consumerist gives the scoop on the TJ Maxx credit card breach issue and says it's worse than originally thought.

• Lazy Man and Money gives five reasons to throw away your 401k.

• My Financial Journey suggests how to go about frugal landscaping.

And a reminder: If you're a personal finance blogger and have some good posts you think deserve some more attention, feel free to enter my March Madness competition.

Enjoy!

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