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‘I have little faith in the world right now’: My husband died after a long illness and our joint bank account was frozen. How could this happen?
“Am I still the joint owner of this account?”2 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
How should I tell my bigoted mother that my daughter has come out?
It can be a mistake to guess how people will react to ‘shocking’ news. With sensitivity, time and love, many hurdles can be overcome • Every week Annalisa Barbieri addresses a relationship ...7 hours ago -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Tiny Love Stories: ‘I Could Barely Believe My Eyes’
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘I haven’t had a vacation in 10 years’: I’m 69, retired, single and have $3.6 million. What should I do with my fortune?
“Many weeks I spend more on my three rescue kitties and one rescue mouse than I do on myself.”3 hours ago -
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‘I wish Dad were here’: I received $500,000 after my late father’s wrongful-death lawsuit. My adviser suggests annuities. How do I invest it?
“I do not want incredibly high-risk investments. I want moderate risk, but something statistically stable.”7 hours ago -
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‘Being divorced, I want to look out for her’: I gave my daughter $100K for a house. She’s buying a new home with her husband. What happens to my gift?
“They have now been married for six years.”9 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
I ate my way around Alsace – and survived
One man takes on the choucroute garnie, pretzels and pork knuckles of eastern France’s haute-calorie hinterland12 hours ago -
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My sisters want to hide $170,000 of our mother’s money from Medicaid by adding their names to her bank account. What should I do?
“The probate attorney says I could ask the court to remove sister No. 3 as co-executor, since she has acted unethically and illegally.”Yesterday -
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My mother-in-law stole $25,000 from my husband’s emergency fund. We donated to charity rather than give her a birthday gift — and she cried foul.
“As his power of attorney, she had access to his emergency fund.”Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
My mother was told I’d died in a house fire at 10 days old. In fact, I was kidnapped
Delimar Vera spent her early years with the woman who snatched her. Then came a chance encounter with her real mother at a birthday party .... When Delimar Vera was six years old, the woman she ...Yesterday -
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‘I own my home’: I’m 74 with $300,000 in annuities and live modestly. What should I do with my retirement savings?
”I am not very savvy with the stock markets.”Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
Should I take out my pension tax-free lump sum?
Investment firms report a rush of clients looking to withdraw cash before the BudgetYesterday -
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The 'smartest' thing this HR expert negotiated in a job offer: 'I tell my clients to do that all the time'
This HR expert negotiated the exit from a company before she was hired — and it paid off.3 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Australian teen: Oh my God, I just talked to the Queen
An Australian says "you can't get any better than that" after meeting King Charles and Queen Camilla in Sydney.3 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
More and more, I sense I’m out of touch. Can my expat writing still call Australia home? | Mikaella Clements
Putting anything down is an exercise in vulnerability but the fear of getting my homeland wrong is embarrassing and invalidating. I’ve lived overseas for 12 years, the vast majority of my adult ...4 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Is it better for my taxes if I donate shares or cash?
You get the biggest benefit by getting rid of the biggest potential tax liability.4 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘I’m convinced the U.S. will be drawn into World War III’: How do I prepare my finances?
“I believe this to be a legitimate concern. I would prefer a politically neutral answer.”4 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
'My daughter's killer's trial was unbearable'
The mother of a woman who was repeatedly raped until she died said she is glad he has faced justice.5 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘Their house was purchased with my family money’: My late father left a life estate to his second wife. She’s only 10 years older than me. How can I undo this?
“Apparently the probate laws in Florida are different, perhaps superseding the will.”6 days ago -
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‘For years, I chalked it up to bad hearing’: My partner has signs of dementia. He’s already spent $750,000. How can I stop him from wiping us out?
“Some of these expenditures were along the lines of ‘Guess what I bought today?’ bad surprises.”6 days ago -
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‘This was a money grab’: My uncle took over the family business — and left my father out in the cold. Can I claim our inheritance?
“When my grandfather passed away, my uncle continued running the business and, at that point, he decided that my father would not receive any financial inheritance.”6 days ago -
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‘I am now an empty nester’: I encouraged my two adult sons to move out. I was anxious and scared — now my heart is full
‘With the sale of the house, I was able to pay off some small debts, and now I am 100% debt free’6 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Ryan Gravenberch: ‘My brother toughened me up and I became stronger’
Liverpool midfielder on learning the game with his older sibling in Amsterdam and his rise to prominence at Anfield. The Gravenberch boys are not afraid of change. While Ryan’s relatively short ...October 18 -
World - The Guardian
‘My partner and I have moved in together and I’m afraid I will have to do all the housework. How do I get him to help?’ | Leading questions
Look for ways to keep the equality of the honeymoon period going, says Eleanor Gordon Smith . And don’t assume he won’t do his share. Read more Leading questions My partner and I just moved ...October 17 -
World - Financial Times
Can I transfer my property to my son to reduce tax liabilities?
I own a second home in Cornwall and spend a few weeks there every yearOctober 16 -
World - The Guardian
My six-year-old daughter was shot at Sandy Hook – and I faced a torrent of abuse
Robbie Parker and his family were devastated by the death of their beloved, inquisitive Emilie. Then rightwing provocateurs claimed he was a ‘crisis actor’ and the threats began. When the blow ...October 15 -
World - The Guardian
Uber ate my money, but it won’t listen when I try to complain
You can give up trying to make contact, even when it involves reporting suspected fraud. Uber and Uber Eats debited seven unauthorised payments, totalling more than £100, from my debit card. I ...October 14 -
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'I wasn't allowed to shower or use toilet by my abusive ex-girlfriend'
Gareth rushed to a supermarket or local pub because he was not allowed to use the toilet at home.October 13