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joint account

American

noun

a bank account in the names of two or more persons or parties and subject to withdrawals by each.

joint account British

noun

a bank account registered in the name of two or more persons, any of whom may make deposits and withdrawals

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Schwab’s Teen Investor is a joint account owned by both the child and parent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

A joint account may not count as heavily against aid as one owned solely by the child, according to federal student-aid guidelines.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Could he have any claim to funds we give her that have been wired to a joint account held by her and her new partner?

From MarketWatch • Oct. 14, 2025

The IRS will view a gift from your joint account as a gift from both you and your husband.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 13, 2025

"What do you mean by joint account?" asked the caller.

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