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Getting married: the money checklist

Taxes, benefits, beneficiaries and names.

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Marriage changes several money and paperwork details. A checklist makes sure nothing is missed.

Things to review

  • Tax filing status, and both of your W-4s
  • Health insurance: marriage usually opens a special enrollment period, often 60 days
  • Beneficiaries on retirement accounts and life insurance
  • Name changes: Social Security first, then ID, banks and employers
  • Wills and powers of attorney
  • Joint and separate accounts

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