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MONEY talks

Q: My mom told me to set up a f-ck-off fund – a secret bank account, in case my marriage goes south. But I am married in community of property – is it even possible?

A: Your mom’s right (sigh, aren’t they always). Having a savings account that you can access in an emergency and that your spouse doesn’t have access to is a good idea.

Legally, your spouse is entitled to half of all of your assets,

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