How to Organize Your Financial Paperwork

Organize Your Finances in 4 Steps

Step 4: Stay on Track

By Jean Chatzky with Arielle McGowen

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Once you have a system in place, it's all about maintenance. Pay bills online and get statements via e-mail to cut down on clutter. When the mail comes, sort it in just a few moments. Every time you open a new account or switch insurance coverage, start a new folder for it.

Twice a year, give your system a once-over to ensure you're on track.

Find out how long you need to keep your financial paperwork

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Published on February 12, 2009

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