Family-savings
News, insights and expert analysis on family savings from the team at Kiplinger.
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Estate Planning Got You Down? Start With a Will
Financial Planning Estate planning may feel overwhelming. Start with a will and the rest will fall into place.
By Janet Bodnar Last updated
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18 Things You Should Know Before Shopping at Trader Joe’s
Smart Shopping Everything you need to know to save money and shop smarter at the quirky Trader Joe’s supermarket chain.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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Sending a Child to College? 10 Money-Saving Tips and Tricks
college To help keep costs under control during the school year, here are 10 things that parents of college students can think about trying.
By Daniel Fan, J.D., LL.M., CFP Last updated
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Fourth of July Cookout Essentials: Where to Get the Lowest Prices
We compared Fourth of July cookout staples from different stores. Here's where you can score the lowest prices.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Widows Share Their Financial Strategies
Widows discuss what helped - and would have helped - with finances and documents after their spouses' deaths.
By Janet Bodnar Published
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Why Prenups Are Not Just for Celebrities
A prenuptial agreement helps protect your assets in a divorce. Here's what to know
By Ella Vincent Published
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5 Tips For Prenups
credit & debt Follow these five tips for prenups before saying "I do."
By Jane Bennett Clark Last updated
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What You Can Learn from Blue Zones
Many of the tactics used to increase longevity in "blue zones" are replicable, and as people age longer, habits and financial planning need to adapt accordingly.
By Quincy Williamson Published
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Things You’ll Regret Keeping in a Safe Deposit Box
savings Locking up certain important documents and valuables in a bank vault could turn into a headache for you or your heirs.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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