Where to put $5,000 now

What would you do with a million bucks? That's easy. But what about five grand? With a handful of broad goals in mind, here are Money Magazine's picks.

By Asa Fitch and George Mannes, Money Magazine

Best leg up on college admissions:<br>Professional lessons

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Goal: Protecting your family

Best leg up on college admissions:
Professional lessons

If you've got a soccer or oboe prodigy on your hands, send him to camp, tournaments and clinics.

Being passionate about (and really good at) one thing makes your child a more attractive applicant.

Plus, some camps and clinics will get your kid seen by coaches and department heads who can put in a good word with the admissions office.

Three weeks at Nick Bollettieri's Tennis Academy in Bradenton, Fla., where Andre Agassi went, will set you back $4,650, including room and board.

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