Being named the executor of a family member’s (or other loved one’s) estate is, in many ways, an honor. But it’s also a major responsibility that can quickly become a burden if you aren’t set up to do your job properly. Here are some steps to avoid some of the biggest mistakes that executors often make and to ensure that the process goes as smoothly as possible.

Guess what? You may be sitting on life insurance you no longer need—a lot of it, potentially. With some digging and the right analysis, you could possibly free up significant sums of money.

If you were to suddenly come into a large amount of money, what would you do first? Let’s explore some of the most prominent misunderstandings people have when it comes to sudden wealth and tips on how you can safely and responsibly incorporate it into your lifestyle.

The Super Rich—those people with a net worth of $500 million or more—are fully aware of the external factors affecting their wealth planning. What’s more, they often take steps aimed at avoiding being surprised by negative or undesirable results from their wealth planning. The good news: You can do the same thing, even if your bottom line is far smaller. Here’s how.

Are you supporting your children, or are you just funding them and their interests? The answer could play a big role in determining the path they end up on in life. Check out these smart ways to build bridges between you and your kids that will empower them to make good choices.

To make our dreams happen, we have to plan our finances as early as possible so we have a wide range of choices throughout our lives and into retirement. Fortunately, for women today, there is help available for the management of finance and investing.