The Ugly Truth About Inheritance and How Money Tore My Family Apart

Losing someone we love leaves a huge hole in our lives, and it stirs up a mix of emotions. Now, add money into this equation — and you’ve got a potential disaster waiting to happen. A reader recently lost her parents and when inheritance came into discussion, her relationship with her siblings took a turn for the worst. She asked for our advice, and we tried to find some tips that we hope will bring back her relationship with her brother and sister.

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