Know when to fold 'em

Courtesy MSN Money Latest Articles  Mon, 07/14/2008 - 23:01

I'm selling 12 of my 20 stocks, including several that have cost me big, for others with more potential right now. A systematic approach makes it easier to take a loss and move on.


 

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