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Should I open a joint checking account with my spouse?

The answer depends on several factors. Among them are how you and your spouse feel money should be handled, your respective spending and saving habits, and whether there are any reasons to keep your money separate.

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Helping Protect Your Child’s Identity in a Digital World

A recent survey estimated that about 10 million children have been victims of identity theft.(1) Children, unlike adults, generally do not have a credit history, which can make them attractive and easy targets.

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Test Your Knowledge of Estate Planning

Estate planning can mean different things to different people. This quiz may help you increase your understanding of estate planning.

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New Job or Retirement? Take Control of Your 401(k)

When you leave your job or retire, you may have four options to manage funds in a work-based retirement plan, such as a 401(k), 403(b), or 457(b) plan.

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Social Security and Medicare: The Clock Is Ticking

A recent survey showed that only about half of workers and 6 in 10 retirees are confident that Social Security and Medicare will provide the same value in the future.(1) That’s not surprising.

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