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August 5, 2016 By Liz Weston

Friday’s need-to-know money news

W-2 Tax heroToday’s top story: Mistakes that could result in a tax penalty. Also in the news: The hidden dangers of not having a will, how to divorce your joint checking account, and what the real value of $100 is in each state.

7 Mistakes that May Result in a Tax Penalty
How to avoid them.

5 Hidden Dangers of Not Having a Will
Time to get your affairs in order.

How to Divorce Your Joint Checking Account
Tying up loose ends.

The Real Value of $100 in Each State
what’s it worth in your state?

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