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My boss told me to fake a family death so I could attend a conference in disguise. Am I complicit?

A compelling workplace-advice article exploring what to do when a boss demands unethical behavior—like faking a family death to attend a conference undercover. This engaging guide helps employees navigate toxic leadership, understand complicity, set boundaries, and protect their professional integrity with humor, insight, and practical strategies.
December 17, 2025 Jack Hawkins
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Old Video Game Consoles That Sell For Thousands

Old game consoles used to be stashed away in closets or sold at yard sales for a few bucks. But today? Some of them are collector goldmines.
October 13, 2025 Allison Robertson

I’m the only woman in an office full of men who constantly make “jokes” about my appearance. I thought we were beyond this in 2025. What should I do?

You walk into work, and before you’ve even logged in, someone comments on your outfit. Another chimes in with a “joke” about your body. Everyone laughs, except you. It’s 2025—shouldn’t we be past this? Spoiler: we’re not.
September 11, 2025 Jesse Singer
Woman concerned about pay app

I was tricked into sending money through an app, but my bank won’t dispute the charge because I “authorized” it. Is there any way to get my money back?

You didn’t get hacked. You didn’t have your card stolen. You sent the money yourself, because someone convinced you to. Now the bank says the charge was authorized, so there’s nothing they can do. Unfortunately, this is one of the hardest types of fraud to reverse, but “hard” doesn’t mean “impossible”.
February 25, 2026 Peter Kinney

My parents are in their 70s and went to a lawyer to help draft a will. He told them not to bother as it wouldn’t change anything. What do they do?

A tiny minority of families could get by without making a will. Changes are yours isn't one of them.
February 26, 2026 Miles Rook

We’re first-time buyers, but our realtor has allowed the sellers to be present at two of the first three homes we’ve looked at. Is this even normal?

We review the reasons why it's standard practice at a real estate showing for the seller to be absent.
February 26, 2026 Sasha Wren
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My wife and I divorced last year. I found out from my accountant that she filed our taxes jointly this year. What can I do?

Divorced but your ex filed taxes jointly without your consent? Learn what your rights are, how to fix an unauthorized joint tax return, and when to apply for Innocent Spouse Relief.
February 26, 2026 Jack Hawkins

I make $150,000 and had no idea about the "safe harbor" rule. Will I owe the IRS most of my salary?

Making $150,000 and worried you’ll owe the IRS everything because you missed the “safe harbor” rule? Here’s what high earners need to know about underpayment penalties, estimated taxes, and how to fix mistakes fast.
February 26, 2026 Jack Hawkins

My Mom said that the IRS will start taxing her 401k income as she's just turned 50. Is that really true?

Worried that turning 50 means the IRS will start taxing your 401(k)? Learn the real rules about 401(k) taxes, early withdrawal penalties, catch-up contributions, and when retirement income is actually taxed.
February 26, 2026 Jack Hawkins
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I inherited money from my grandmother. My parents say it should go toward “family expenses.” Am I obligated to share?

Inheriting money from a grandmother can feel like both a gift and a responsibility. The situation becomes complicated when parents insist that the funds should be used for “family expenses” rather than personal plans. The central question quickly emerges: is the heir legally or morally obligated to share the inheritance? On one side stand clear property rights. On the other hand, expectations are shaped by loyalty, gratitude, and shared history. What begins as a private financial matter can turn into an emotional dispute about fairness and duty. The tension lies between individual ownership and collective family identity, making the issue far more complex than a simple transfer of money.
February 26, 2026 Marlon Wright
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I gave my parents money to help with bills. I just saw them post new furniture on Facebook. How do I address this without blowing up?

You handed over your hard-earned money because you love your parents and you wanted to help. Maybe bills were piling up, maybe they said things were tight, and you stepped up without hesitation because that is what you do for family. Then you opened Facebook, and there it was—brand-new furniture, proudly photographed and shared for the world to react to. And something inside you shifted. Not quite anger, not quite heartbreak, but something sitting uncomfortably between the two. You are not imagining things. That stings. Before you fire off a message, cut them off, or swallow the whole thing in silence, let us talk about what is actually happening here and how to handle it without destroying your relationship or your own sense of self-worth.
February 26, 2026 Marlon Wright
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Don’t Close That Old Credit Card—Even If You Never Use It

Cleaning up your finances feels productive. You pay off a credit card, stop using it, and decide it’s time to close it. Logical, right? Not always. That old card you never touch could quietly be helping you more than you realize.
February 25, 2026 Jesse Singer