Family Savings
News, insights and expert analysis on family savings from the team at Kiplinger.
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The 5 Worst Bad Habits to Carry Into Retirement
Five bad habits that could hurt you when you retire.
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Free Day of Child Care at KinderCare Offered Till Fall
The child care offer is aimed at supporting families as they ease back into the back-to-school season.
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Five Ways to Save on Back-to-School Shopping
spending Make a budget and stick to it when spending on your kids' back-to-school supplies.
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Avoid These Tricky Financial Problems in Marriage
There are several topics that can become financial flashpoints in a marriage. This is what to look out for.
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How — and Why — to Give to Your Grandkids
A guide to giving funds and wealth to your grandchildren, including arguments for why you should.
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Three Ways to Start Saving for Your Child’s Future
Savings and custodial accounts are easy and effective, and don’t overlook trust funds — they’re not just for the wealthy. The earlier you start, the better.
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Husbands and Wives Increasingly Earning the Same
Pew Research shows that husbands and wives are earning the same amount at higher rates than in the past.
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When Different Generations Think Kids Should Start Paying Their Own Bills
A new survey shows generations think differently about when kids should start paying their own bills.
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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.
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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.
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