inheritance

When a loved one passes away without a will, settling their estate can quickly become a nightmare. If you were promised something but never got it in writing, you might find yourself in a difficult position when you try to claim it as yours.

Your dad’s lack of a will could complicate your life after he passes. Without a will or trust, state law decides how his assets will be handled.

You inherited a rental property thinking that it would bring in income. But the tenants refuse to pay rent. We look at some steps and strategies to help you get to a solution.

You lent your son $15,000 for medical expenses, but when he recuperated from his health problem, he bought a new car and dismissed repayment by calling it “his inheritance.” Let's see what options you have to fix this situation.

It's great to inherit a house, but if the deceased took out a reverse mortgage on the property, things can get complicated in a hurry.

Your sister called you “ungrateful,” and suddenly Grandma cut you from her will. Ouch. That hurts emotionally, socially, and possibly financially too. But don’t give up hope. With the right steps, you can work to clear your name, repair the misunderstanding, and maybe even mend your relationship with Grandma—before things get legally or emotionally unfixable.