My dad sent me his estate document before I was ready to face it. I was glad he had when he died unexpectedly months later.

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The author's dad left her a document with all his estate information.

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The US just minted its last penny. I'm keeping the ones my grandparents saved.

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The author has her grandparents' penny collection

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How to protect your estate and inheritance from an ugly divorce if you lack a prenup, according to financial experts

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My husband and I are suspicious of how his inheritance was disbursed, but he doesn't want to break family trust. What should we do?

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I'm a wealth advisor, financial therapist, and end-of-life doula. Here are 6 talking points I use to help clients navigate tricky conversations about inheritance and legacy.

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After getting a surprise inheritance of $20,000 from my aunt, I started traveling. Now, I live in Argentina.

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The author has gone on three big trips so far with his inheritance.

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Many boomers are open to passing on an early inheritance — but their adult kids are too afraid to ask

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Some boomers are passing on their wealth early rather than waiting to leave an inheritance.

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I retired at 52 and only have enough money to be financially secure for the next year. I'm still happy with my decision

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Walter Green decided to retire early after both of his parents passed away.

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Growing up Marvel: the wild, tumultuous life of Stan Lee's only child

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Stan Lee and JC Lee
Stan Lee called his daughter, JC, his "greatest creation." That belief in her turned out to be both a gift and a burden.

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We retired early and started traveling the world. We're not planning to leave money for our 6 kids.

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Kelly Benthall and her husband left Texas to retire early and travel the world.

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