Family Savings
News, insights and expert analysis on family savings from the team at Kiplinger.
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'Gray Divorces' Can Upend Your Retirement Plans
Ending a marriage later in life with a gray divorce creates financial challenges for those involved.
By Alina Tugend Published
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Joint Account With Rights of Survivorship and Alternatives Explained
inheritance Joint accounts may seem like an effective way to prepare if parents need help with finances as they get older, but unexpected problems could crop up.
By Casey Robinson, CFP Last updated
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How to Control Spending and Grow Your Savings
We all could benefit from some tips to control spending and build a savings stash, but this especially affects young people looking to make it on their own.
By Janet Bodnar Published
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Getting Married? Don’t Forget to Talk Money First
Relationships Whether or not you merge your finances, you need to be on the same page.
By Emma Patch Last updated
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Social Security for Stay-at-Home Moms (and Dads): How to Qualify for Benefits
social security Just because you don't bring home a paycheck doesn't mean you're not working. A stay-at-home parent can get a Social Security check just like any other worker. Here's how.
By Mike Piershale, ChFC Last updated
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How to Throw a $5,000 Wedding
savings Two brides share their tips for keeping the costs of a ceremony, reception, dress, invitations and more under control.
By Cameron Huddleston Last updated
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Gifts to Minors: LLCs Can Protect Them from Creditors and Predators
family savings You’ve decided to fund a Uniform Gifts to Minor Account, but have you thought about how to make sure that legacy will be secure?
By Jeffrey M. Verdon, Esq. Last updated
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College 529 Savings Plans: What You Need to Know
529 Plans Do you know how much you’re able to contribute or what the funds could be used to pay for? Check out the nitty-gritty details of this formidable college savings tool.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® Published
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Bigger Isn't Always Better When It Comes to Financial Advice
Here's why a smaller, independent adviser could be a better fit for your retirement-planning needs than the big-name institutions.
By Megan Clark, Investment Adviser Representative Last updated