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Losing a close family member or friend is usually a devastating and overwhelming event. Getting an inheritance from your loved one can make that difficult time even more challenging.

The process was pretty straightforward.

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· 9 min read If you're shopping for a new home and leaning toward houses that cost over $600,000, you may wonder if you can afford a $600,000 mortgage.

AJ_Watt / Getty Images Taking a vacation can be pricey. In fact, according to a recent GOBankingRates survey , 45% of participants said they plan to pay at least $1,000 for their summer adventure this year.

Taking a vacation can be pricey. In fact, according to a recent GOBankingRates survey, 45% of participants said they plan to pay at least $1,000 for their summer adventure this year. It's easy to see...