I’m 80 and I’m in debt to my ‘best friend’ over an outstanding mortgage. I’m about to lose my house. What can I do
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‘He was in the early stages of dementia’: My father put my brother on the deed to his house. His lawyer had a big conflict of interest. What do we do?
“Should we seek a lawyer to work on our behalf?”3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
‘I don’t want to be unfair’: My mother gave me $150,000 to buy a house. One sibling wants 15% ownership. What now?
“I do not want to be unfair to my siblings, but I also do not want them to own an interest in my house.”3 hours ago -
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‘He has never paid rent or utilities:’ Do I have the legal and moral authority to charge my brother rent to live in our family home?
‘My brother has been living there while my father was alive — and still is. He did not pay any rent or utilities’3 hours ago -
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After Fed’s 50-basis-point rate cut, where should I invest $50,000? I’m 38 — and have a high risk tolerance.
The U.S. Federal Reserve made its biggest cut to the benchmark rate in 16 years on Wednesday.3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
I’m 54 and have terminal cancer. I have a wife, 47, and an 8-year-old child. How do I split my $700K retirement and $530K life insurance between them?
“In short, who should get the retirement accounts and who should get the life insurance?”3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
‘I had 3 offers over 11 months’: With the Fed’s 50-basis-point cut, will I finally sell my house?
“It’s a momentous moment. Interest rates are finally declining.”3 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
I’m in control, says Starmer after Sue Gray pay leaks
Anonymous briefings point to mounting tensions around the PM's chief of staff in Downing Street.8 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
My 80-year-old dad is unrealistic about his future. Why can’t he move into a retirement village? | Leading questions
It is difficult for adult children to navigate these changes, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith . But it is difficult for your father too. Read more Leading questions I have ...10 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Legendary Brewers announcer Bob Uecker shouts 'I peed my pants' during division title celebration
The Brewers had quite a wild party to commemorate their NL Central crown, including some non-alcoholic beverages for Jackson Chourio10 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
With the Fed rate cut, have I missed the boat on 5% CDs? I was too late to invest in the housing market.
The U.S. Federal Reserve cut the benchmark rate on Wednesday by 50 basis points.18 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Hilary Mantel was my mentor. Here are seven things she taught me about writing – and life
In 2007, after my manuscript had been rejected for the 44th time, a colleague offered to introduce me to a published novelist. It turned out to be Mantel – and I was fortunate enough to soak up her ...21 hours ago -
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I’m 20 years older than my wife, who is 53. If she claims Social Security early, will it affect her widow’s benefit?
“Her own benefits are lower than what she would get under my benefits.”23 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Hezbollah device blasts: what do we know about how the attacks happened?
What sources are saying about the techniques behind the simultaneous explosion of thousands of devices. Analysis: Exploding pager attack in Lebanon is another blow for US peace hopes In an ...Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Jones 'wrong' about my leadership ability - Itoje
Maro Itoje says former England head coach Eddie Jones was wrong about his leadership ability as he prepares to take over the captaincy at Saracens.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
My Grandniece Was Thrown Out of Her House for Being Gay. What Can I Do?
Because of a family rift, the girl is unaware that she has an uncle in a 35-year same-sex relationship who wants to help. Is it possible to reach out without creating trouble?Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Ask Ugly: all of the ‘iffy’ comments about my gray hair bother me. Should I start dyeing it again?
In her monthly column about beauty culture, our columnist talks about our desire for ‘outside approval’ and letting silver take over. Hey Ugly, . Tired of a two -to-three hour, $100 hair ...Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
'I did it my way' - Duggan announces retirement
Former England forward Toni Duggan says her career has been "more than I could ever have dreamed of" as she announces her retirement.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Trump makes pitch to NY voters: 'What the hell do you have to lose?'
Former President Trump made a pitch to New York voters in a Truth Social post Tuesday afternoon in spite of the state’s historically Democratic voting record. “Nassau Coliseum, on Long Island, will ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
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‘My mom still has his original will’: A few months before he died, my father went online and made a secret will, cutting off my mother. Can he do this?
“His new will leaves his estate to my two nieces, nephew, my sister and me.”2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
What can I do with under- and overripe tomatoes? | Kitchen aide
Under-ripe tomatoes can be made just as delicious as perfectly ripe ones – fermenting, frying and macerating all work wonders – while over-ripe ones just need a little oven love. This sounds like a ...2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
‘This flies in the face of my morals and ethics’: My father cut my sisters out of his six-figure estate. Should I push back?
“Although there is time for him to change his mind, my dad is a stubborn man.”2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
I haven’t had sex with my partner since his affair. We still share a bed – but I want more
I deserve a love life, whether it’s with him or someone else. How can I get over the way he’s treated me?. My partner and I have been together for more than 20 years. We loved each other and our ...2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Do I owe UK tax on my crypto assets?
I’ve had a letter from HMRC; does this mean I've made a mistake on my last tax return?2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Wired - Tech
‘I Told Him I’m Not Getting in It’: Former Titan Submersible Engineer Testifies
The US Coast Guard’s OceanGate hearings started Monday with some startling revelations—including the last messages from the passengers.3 days ago