If you and your family members are bogged down in an acrimonious legal battle over an inheritance, you need to examine your options and plan your next steps wisely.

If you inherited a relative's house but a another relative is living in it rent-free, you need to know your rights, obligations, and some basic interpersonal strategies before you can move forward.

Maybe you and your stepdad didn't get along all that well—or maybe you worshipped the ground he walked on—either way, finding out that he's convinced your mom to take you off her life insurance policy, while putting himself in it, is a huge betrayal. Let's explore whether there's anything you can do about this and what your next steps are.

Renting out your basement on Airbnb to tackle credit card debt might seem like a practical solution. But keeping it a secret from your spouse is never a good idea. It's their home too. Before panic sets in, step back and evaluate your motives, the risks, and the road ahead. There are thoughtful ways to resolve this honestly and constructively—without blowing up your relationship.

So, you paid for the DJ, the flowers, the dance floor—and now you’re divorced, staring down a mountain of credit card debt you funded with love and hope. It’s rough. But you’re not stuck. This guide walks you through reclaiming your finances with clarity, humor, and no judgment. Let’s turn this pain into power.

Let’s set the scene: you let your boyfriend use your credit cards to fund his “big brand vision.” Now, he's vanished into the ether like last season’s TikTok trend, but the debt is still hanging around like an unpaid tab. It’s painful, it’s personal, but most importantly—it’s solvable. Let’s walk through how to clean up this financial heartbreak, one bold step at a time.

We all want to help our children out when we can, no matter how old they are. For some parents, that means putting up the first month's rent in their new apartment, or their damage deposit. But what happens if your kid flakes on an apartment that you've put up your hard-earned money for? What recourse do you have? Let's explore your options.

Discovering that your parent took your settlement check can feel like a deep betrayal. While she may claim it was justified, legally, parenting doesn’t entitle her to that money. You may have legal recourse, but it starts with knowing your rights and taking a structured approach to justice.

Finances in a relationship can be tricky to navigate, particularly if you make less than your partner but they insist that you split everything 50/50. How are you supposed to come up with $1000 for rent when you only make $2000 a month, but they make $4000? This is on top of all of your other shared expenses. Let's examine what to do when your partnership begins to feel more like financial slavery.

After a breakup, one partner may remain on the other’s health insurance. If your ex is asking you to pay half the premium, are you legally obligated? This common situation raises questions about financial responsibility, enforceability, and boundaries. Let’s explore the legal facts, practical steps, and key points you need to consider moving forward.

Imagine the betrayal of being told that your own sister is accusing you of mismanaging your very ill father's money? It happens to some people. While jealousy is usually the culprit, such accusations can be hugely detrimental to your mental health and your reputation. They can even end up in a courtroom. Here's our guide to navigating this situation and getting out with your health and dignity still intact.

Paying for your kids' college tuition is something that a lot of parents do. But, some may choose not to, whether that's because they literally can't afford it, or because they want to teach them to be fiscally responsible on their own, here are some tips on how to navigate this sensitive issue.