Estate PlanningWhat Is a Power of Attorney (and Why You Probably Don't Have One)
One of the most important legal documents most people don't have. Here's what a power of attorney actually does, what it costs to skip, and why you need one now.
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The DayThe Day: Monday, June 16, 2026 (#57)
Ships are moving through the Strait of Hormuz for the first time in weeks. The Federal Reserve begins its June meeting. The World Cup plays on.
The DayThe Day: Monday, June 9, 2026 (#52)
Israel and Iran pull back from direct strikes. Global conflicts at their highest level since World War II. A federal judge throws out a $100,000 visa fee. Sweden takes phones away from students.
Estate PlanningHow to Avoid Probate: What Your Estate Attorney Should Tell You First
Most families run into probate because nobody told them how to avoid probate. Here's what that actually looks like, what it costs, and the four tools that let your estate skip it.
MoneyReverse Mortgage Pros and Cons: What Nobody Explains Before You Sign
The TV commercials make it sound simple. The fee sheet does not. Glenn walks through when a reverse mortgage actually makes sense, and when it doesn't.
MoneyAnnuity vs. 401(k): What Your Insurance Agent Isn't Telling You
The comparison is usually a sales pitch disguised as a question. Here's how to tell the difference.
InsuranceLife Insurance for Seniors: What Actually Makes Sense After 60
The calculus changes completely after 60. Here's how to figure out what you actually need, what you don't, and what the industry hopes you never ask.
Estate PlanningLiving Trust vs. Will: The Question Most People Get Wrong
The real question isn't which document is better. It's which problems you're trying to solve, and in what order.