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My wife handled all our taxes, and after she died I found out we owed the IRS thousands. Is there nothing I can do?

Found out you owe the IRS after your spouse handled taxes? Learn about innocent spouse relief, your options, and how to handle unexpected tax debt.
June 16, 2026 Allison Robertson
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Grow Your Money: A Beginner's Guide To Trading Stocks

So you want to start trading stocks—awesome! Investing is a great way to maximize your hard-earned money. But it's not as simple as just putting money in.
June 27, 2023 Eul Basa
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I gave my son power of attorney to help manage my bills, but now I think he’s using it to move money for himself. How do I prove what’s going on?

You set up a power of attorney because you trusted your relative and wanted a little help managing bills or handling finances. At the time, it felt like the smart move, but now something doesn’t feel right. Money is moving in ways you don’t recognize and some transactions just don’t add up. It’s an uncomfortable place to be, especially when it involves family. Still, if something is off, you’re not powerless here. Here's how to figure out what’s happening and protect yourself.
April 20, 2026 Quinn Mercer

My brother is executor of our parents’ estate, but when I ask what he's doing he says I’m “on a need-to-know basis.” What can I do?

After your parents passed away, your brother became executor of their estate. But getting information out of him is like pulling teeth. What now?
March 17, 2026 Marlon Wright