Dear Moneyist, I am married, but my home is in my name only. When I bought it in 2010, I was the only one eligible to apply for a mortgage because my husband was working a temporary job, having been laid off in the recession. My previous home, which I …
Read More »The Moneyist: My elderly father was physically abusive, and will leave his farm to my two sisters. Should I contest his will?
Dear Moneyist, I have 2 daughters. Growing up in an agricultural family during the farm crisis was tough. My dad was extremely abusive both physically and mentally. At 12 years old, he would pinch my ears with pliers. He told me once that he loved me, but he treated me …
Read More »Capitol Report: House passes measure allowing members to vote without being physically present
The House of Representatives, for the first time in its 231-year history, is allowing its members to vote without being physically present on the floor, a move Republicans say is unneeded. The Democratic-run House on Friday evening approved a resolution temporarily changing its rules to allow designated members to cast …
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