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Put an Estate Plan in Place
Financial Planning When putting an estate plan in place, start with the basics, like creating a will.
By Janet Bodnar Last updated
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Where to Save Your Kids' Cash
Give your child a head start by opening a bank savings or investment account.
By Ashlyn Brooks Published
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How to Write a Wedding Check as a Gift
There are some guidelines to writing a check for a wedding gift for newlyweds.
By Alexandra Svokos Published
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529 Plans: Everything You Need to Know About Saving for College
529 Plans 529 plans offer considerable convenience and potential tax savings when putting money aside for education. That said, there are still a range of rules you’ll need to know (and follow).
By Elaine Silvestrini Last updated
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Say No to Co-Signing
credit & debt Helping someone get a loan or lease by being a co-signer can affect your credit score and your ability to borrow money.
By Kimberly Lankford Last updated
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4 Rules for Buying a Wedding Gift
Smart Buying Rules for buying a wedding gift that will help make the process simple and successful.
By Susannah Snider Last updated
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11 Worst Wedding Gifts for Newlyweds
Smart Buying Kiplinger's guide to the worst wedding gifts should help you avoid wasting your money on a present the newlywedded couple doesn’t want.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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Is Cash an Appropriate Wedding Gift?
spending The ethics of giving cash as a wedding gift, and what you could do as an alternative if you're not a fan.
By Knight Kiplinger Last updated
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What Every Woman Needs to Know Before Retiring
A look at how women need to prepare differently than men for retirement due to factors like longevity and earnings.
By Jennifer Waters Published