Wills and Estates – Page 5

What to Do With an Inheritance

A sudden windfall while grieving can be an emotional minefield, particularly for younger adults. Experts share ways to handle it wisely.

By Lisa Rabasca Roepe

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Should I Push My Husband to Ask for More of His Mother’s Estate?

When a woman tries to remedy a relative’s unequal generosity to her children using her own estate, her daughter-in-law wonders whether her husband is being shortchanged.

By Philip Galanes

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How to Handle Your Finances as a Young Widow or Widower

People who suddenly lose a spouse while young can feel unprepared for what their future looks like.

By Caitlin Kelly

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I Asked My Mom if She Was Prepared to Die

Then I talked to some end-of-life experts. Here’s what I found out.

By Shaina Feinberg and Julia Rothman