Financial Knowledge All Adults Should Know?

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I read that article, and while it usually pretty good, I find the advice to consolidate retirement accounts "lest you forget about them" seemed a little...um...odd. Who forgets about people who have your money? There is a very good reason to leave it where it is: some investments might only be available under the old plan.
 
Another benefit is separating the risk of a single financial institution bankruptcy. While funds are usually insured, the funds would be tied for a while.