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Drew Blankenship

8 Things to Never Keep in Your Wallet After 60

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Never carry your Social Security card, written passwords, spare house keys, or unnecessary credit cards. A safer wallet can help prevent identity theft and financial fraud. Pexels

Most people carry their wallet every day without giving much thought to what’s inside. Over time, wallets tend to become storage spaces for everything from old receipts to important personal documents. Unfortunately, if your wallet is lost or stolen, some of those items can create far bigger problems than replacing a few credit cards. Taking a few minutes to clean out your wallet today could save you months of stress, paperwork, and financial headaches later. That said, here are eight things you really shouldn’t be carrying around with you.

1. Your Social Security Card

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