Q: I received a non-taxable life insurance policy valued at $80,000 and want to share it with another sibling. Will my sibling have to pay taxes on the money?—Jeanne, Indiana A: Your situation raises a...

Q: I am inheriting farmland in Illinois and getting around $1 million after taxes. I retired at 61 ½ at the end of 2016 and am researching where to invest. My current bank is paying...

Q: My aunt purchased a savings bond for me. I have no idea where the physical bond is. Is there any way to get a replacement?—Crystal, McHenry, Ill. A: You're not alone in losing a...

Q.: My employer automatically enrolled me in the company 401(k) retirement plan and put 100% of my money into a target-date fund. Is this safe? What exactly is it? A.: Not to worry. These days...

Q: I've got a new boss and want to get off on the right foot. What should I do to build a great working relationship? A: The new year is when a lot of companies...

Q: We have been keeping all our IRA documentation since the IRS guidelines (to my understanding) say that you need to keep it forever. However, withdrawals from the IRAs that we have are all taxable...