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My dad is retiring at 67 after working all his life. My mom is 65 and never worked. Can she also collect benefits when he gets Social Security?

Even if a spouse didn't work or pay into Social Security, they are still entitled to collect up to 50% of the level that their spouse collects: here's how.
February 25, 2026 Alex Summers

I’m set to inherit $125K from my dad’s estate. My husband and I are separated but haven’t filed for divorce. Can he take half my inheritance?

Money you receive inherit doesn't normally get split up in a divorce, but there are important steps you have to take first.
February 25, 2026 Sammy Tran

My husband of 10 years has suddenly blocked access to our joint bank accounts. Why can't I see our money and what can I do next?

My husband blocked access to our joint bank accounts after 10 years of marriage. What are my rights, and what steps should I take next? A practical, engaging guide to protecting your money and your future.
February 20, 2026 Jack Hawkins
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
These Family Secrets Changed Everything

My husband made double what I did when we were married but spent his retirement fund on his failed business. Can he take half my money in the divorce?

Divorce often magnifies financial decisions that didn’t seem very important during the marriage.
February 10, 2026 Quinn Mercer

My husband inherited $200k but doesn't want to use that money to help cover my share of the bills after I lost my job. What now?

Inheriting a large sum of money often brings more tension to a marriage than financial relief.
February 3, 2026 Jane O'Shea

My boyfriend wants me to move in with him, but he doesn’t realize we could both lose our food stamps if we live together. What can I do?

When a couple move in together, it can change each person's eligibility for state benefits.
February 2, 2026 Marlon Wright

My ex-husband is using part of my own inheritance money to pay me child support. Is it too late to do anything?

There are many good reasons to not commingle your inheritance in a joint account.
January 29, 2026 Alex Summers

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’m okay but my husband may need long term care. What happens to our house if only one of us needs Medicaid?

You’re both retired, but while you're healthy, your husband is showing signs that he may soon need long term care. What happens to your family home if he needs to apply for Medicaid?
January 19, 2026 Jane O'Shea

I won $14,000 on a scratch ticket. My friend says I should pay for us to go to Europe in return for "all those lunches" she bought me. What do I say?

No sooner did you win a chunk of money on a scratch ticket than one of your friends suggest you take her on an all-expenses paid trip to Europe because she "bought lunch all those times."
January 16, 2026 Penelope Singh

My brother-in-law keeps telling us how much he’s been winning at sports betting. Then yesterday he asked us if he could borrow $2K till the end of the month. Now what?

Your brother-in-law always talks about his wins betting on sports. Now suddenly he’s asking to borrow $2,000 until the end of the month. But if his betting is going as well he says, why is he asking to borrow money?
December 23, 2025 Sammy Tran