Most people assume banks have always played by roughly the same rules they do today. Not even close. Imagine if these things were still legal today?

Finding old US savings bonds tucked away in a drawer, safe, or family filing cabinet can feel like discovering buried treasure. But once the excitement wears off, the questions begin.

Many families discover only after a loved one dies that a significant portion of their finances existed entirely online. That can include bank accounts, brokerage accounts, retirement plans, cryptocurrency, payment apps, and rewards programs. If nobody knows the passwords or recovery methods, recovering those assets can become a stressful and expensive process. The good news is that inaccessible does not always mean lost, but the outcome depends on what type of account is involved and how well the deceased planned ahead.

Many families discover only after a loved one dies that a significant portion of their finances existed entirely online. That can include bank accounts, brokerage accounts, retirement plans, cryptocurrency, payment apps, and rewards programs. If nobody knows the passwords or recovery methods, recovering those assets can become a stressful and expensive process. The good news is that inaccessible does not always mean lost, but the outcome depends on what type of account is involved and how well the deceased planned ahead.

In a recent interview, Kevin O'Leary shared the one piece of financial advice that he has followed for years, and it came from none other than his own mom.

Costco’s membership prices are currently at all-time highs, but the company is still looking to raise them.

Sadly, there are lots of people out there looking to take advantage of a crisis. So we broke down the worst COVID-19 scams to watch out for .