family

A Guide To Building Your Emergency Fund

This guide will walk you through creating your first emergency fund, step by step.
August 30, 2023 Sammy Tran

My parents want to sell their house and move to the same condo building as me. I really would rather not have them living next door. What can I do?

Parents want to move into your condo building? Learn how to set boundaries, communicate effectively, and maintain your independence—without damaging your relationship—in this practical, relatable guide.
March 26, 2026 Jack Hawkins
Woman talking with a friend

My ex-husband made me take money out of my retirement to invest in stocks. I just found out about the repayment rule. Am I ever going to retire?

She withdrew retirement savings at her ex-husband’s urging and missed the 60-day repayment rule. Now she fears she’ll never retire. Here’s what the rules mean, the real damage done, and how to rebuild your nest egg with smart, practical steps.
February 25, 2026 Jack Hawkins

My brother and I found $32K cash in Dad’s house after he died. He wants to keep it in a safe, but I want to put it in the bank. Who’s right?

Finding cash in a deceased person's belongings technically belongs to the deceased's estate.
February 19, 2026 Miles Rook
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
Inheritance

My grandpa just died and my cousins all got a big inheritance, but my mom is keeping my portion. I’m 40 years old. Can she do that?

Your cousins got their inheritance, but your mom is keeping yours—at age 40. Learn what rights you have and how to challenge unfair inheritance issues when a parent blocks your share.
January 20, 2026 Allison Robertson