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Concerned man and mother reviewing documents

My mother is writing her will and asked me to be the executor, but it sounds like a lot of work and I’m worried about messing up—what should I do?

At first, being named executor can sound like an honor. A sign of trust. Then reality kicks in. If your gut says “this feels like too much,” that reaction matters. But it's probably best to starts with understanding what an executor actually does.
January 27, 2026 Jesse Singer
Woman Snow Day With Kids

My kids have had 8 snow days already this winter and my boss won’t let me work from home. Can he actually force me to use vacation days?

At this point, winter feels personal. School keeps closing, your calendar keeps exploding, and your boss keeps saying no. You’re stuck at home, technically able to work—but being told to burn vacation days instead. Is that actually allowed, or just cruel management?
January 27, 2026 Jesse Singer

My home inspector offered to install a metal roof for 50% off through his roofing company. The current shingle roof looks fine to me. Do I need this?

Home inspectors are usually prohibited from soliciting work on a home that they've inspected. We also look at the pros and cons of putting in a metal roof.
January 27, 2026 J.D. Blackwell

My stepmom is executor of Dad’s estate. She sold his house a year ago but my brother and I still haven’t received our share of the sale. What now?

If assets from an estate are sold, the beneficiaries may have to wait longer than expected to receive any share of the proceeds.
January 27, 2026 Quinn Mercer
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Companies That Started As Side Projects, And Now They Run The World

It didn’t take a corner office to get things going. Some of the most powerful companies today came to life in tiny spaces with big dreams. The early setups might surprise you more than the success did.
January 27, 2026 Miles Brucker

I'm looking after a dog while their owners are on vacation. The dog is sick and the vet is demanding $2,000 to treat her. What do I do?

Looking after a dog when the owners are away and suddenly facing a $2,000 vet bill? This practical, reassuring guide explains exactly what pet sitters should do when a dog gets sick on their watch—covering owner communication, vet decisions, payment options, and protecting yourself while putting the pet first.
January 27, 2026 Jack Hawkins

On a fire call, I put the firehose through the window of a car. It was an unmarked police car—I received a bill. Do I have to pay this?

A firefighter breaks a car window on a fire call—only to learn it was an unmarked police car and receive a bill. Do they really have to pay? Here’s what the law, insurance, and real-world practice say about emergency damage and personal liability.
January 27, 2026 Jack Hawkins
concerned woman

I just found out about the $10,000 rule after depositing $11,000 into my bank account and now I’m seriously panicking—am I in real trouble?

You didn’t think twice when you made the deposit. It was your money, after all. Then, hours—or maybe days—later, you stumbled across something called “the $10,000 rule.” Suddenly, a totally normal banking task feels like a potential mistake. The panic sets in fast. Did you miss something important? And more importantly—did you just cause a problem you can’t undo?
January 26, 2026 Jesse Singer

I was supposed to receive a year's severance, but my former employer cut off my benefits and I need a root canal. What now?

Promised a year of severance but lost your benefits instead? Here’s what to do when a job loss, medical bills, and an urgent root canal collide—and how to protect your finances and your health.
January 26, 2026 Jack Hawkins

My boss asked to borrow my dog for a “client presentation.” Now he says she “likes him more” and doesn’t want to give her back. What do I do?

When your boss borrows your dog for a “client presentation” and refuses to give her back, things have gone way too far. This humorous yet practical advice column walks you through exactly what to do next—from setting boundaries and involving HR to understanding your legal rights and protecting your pet—while keeping the tone engaging, relatable, and reassuring.
January 23, 2026 Jack Hawkins
Myspaceinternal

MySpace dominated social media, but it wasn’t competition from Facebook that caused it to lose everything.

MySpace enjoyed a span of early success that was followed by mistakes and missed opportunities.
January 26, 2026 Peter Kinney

My gym’s new owners billed my credit card at double the previous rate. They never sent me a new contract and won’t refund me. What can I do?

An ownership change doesn't entitle new owners to raise rates on your subscription without presenting a new contract or notice.
January 26, 2026 Jane O'Shea