Q&A: Managing bank accounts following marriage
Question: What is the best way for newlyweds to manage bank accounts as they transition into married life?
Short answer: The most appropriate approach for managing bank finances varies from couple to couple.
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Top 3: Starting a Business
1. Build cash savings
2. Create separate accounts
3. Focus on business growth
Q&A: How do I set better financial goals?
Question: How do I set better financial goals?
Short answer: Focus on the 3 S’s in SucceSS: schedule, start, simplify.
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Top 3: Death of a parent
1. Contact trusted professionals, including financial advisor and attorney
2. Compile official documents and records, including copies of the death certificate, will, and Beneficiary Directory®
3. Monitor or forward mail to collect incoming bills and statements
Top 3: Job Change
1. Evaluate benefits of both CURRENT and FUTURE employer
2. Review insurance coverages and prevent gaps
3. Account for your accounts
Top 3: Engagement
1. Speak openly and honestly about finances
2. Open a joint bank account
3. Create common financial goals, while still making progress with personal goals
Top 3: Home Purchase
1. Accumulate savings for a down payment, associated costs/fees, and emergency fund
2. Complete the mortgage pre-approval process
3. Peruse homes patiently
Top 3: New Baby
1. Complete or update Estate Planning
2. Review risk management program
3. Set up 529 college savings plan