Family

Family



My dad passed away last year with very little in his estate, but I’m still getting his medical bills in the mail. What do I do?

Many people find themselves receiving medical bills for loved one’s medica care after their passing, even when the deceased had little or no estate.
February 13, 2026 Sasha Wren
Wedding Drama

My 92-year-old dad is getting married without a prenup. I'm afraid I’ll lose my inheritance to his new wife and her kids. What can I do?

When an elderly parent remarries late in life, their adult children often worry about what happens next.
February 12, 2026 J.D. Blackwell

My kid just moved in with me after spending years with my ex-wife. Turns out he’s unvaccinated. How do I get him enrolled in school?

A divorced father is stunned to discover his children are unvaccinated after transferring schools, uncovering years of missed communication, co-parenting assumptions, and quiet parental drift. This candid, engaging story explores how major decisions slip through the cracks after divorce—and what happens when family reality collides with school policy.
February 10, 2026 Jack Hawkins

Everybody knows the financial risks of lending money to relatives, but few know the legal risks.

The financial risks of lending to family members are obvious, but there are legal risks as well.
February 10, 2026 Marlon Wright
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My brother and I inherited Mom’s house. I want to rent the house out, but my brother lives there, refuses to move, and can’t buy me out. What now?

Siblings who jointly inherit the family home don't always see eye to eye on what should be done.
February 9, 2026 Peter Kinney

Mom split the inheritance evenly between us siblings and our spouses. I'm divorced and got half what my brothers and their wives did. What can I do?

If you feel that the inheritance was divided unfairly between you and your siblings, your options for getting a better deal depend on the exact terms of the will.
February 6, 2026 Penelope Singh

My ex left her high-paying job to go freelance. Now she has no job or health insurance, and wants me to double my child support payments. What now?

If your former spouse leaves a high-paying career of their own free will, how much extra are you obligated to pay in child support?
January 28, 2026 Sasha Wren

I want to move into our family’s rental unit. But the current tenants say we need “just cause” to remove them when the lease is over. What now?

It makes sense to move into an apartment that you own if you want to save money, but you have to settle matters properly with the current tenants.
January 23, 2026 Penelope Singh

New companies are using AI to successfully appeal their denied health insurance claims.

New startups are using AI to automate the submittal process for consumers looking to appeal the denial of their health insurance claim.
January 21, 2026 Miles Rook

I just inherited $22K from my grandma's will. Now my stepdad wants me to co-sign a loan so he can start his own barbershop. What now?

If you came into a large sum of money, you must think carefully before you commit to co-signing a loan for a family member.
January 20, 2026 J.D. Blackwell

My mom died with no will and $6,000 in credit card debt. My uncle says I should pay the debt because I collected her life insurance. What do I do?

You collected the benefit from your mom's life insurance policy, but now your uncle is demanding that you use that money to settle the credit card balance in your mom's estate. It's time to set things straight with him.
January 16, 2026 Peter Kinney

My aunt said she was leaving everything to her nieces and nephews. She died a month ago. When should I expect to hear about getting my inheritance?

If you are eagerly anticipating an inheritance from a loved one's will, it's best to be aware of the methodical timeline of the probate process.
January 15, 2026 Sammy Tran