Sarah Li-Cain is a finance writer whose work has appeared in Bankrate, Business Insider, LendingTree, Redbook, Financial Planning Association and the Her Money podcast with Jean Chatzky. Her work helps those trying to change their financial life to see themselves in the starring role. She's also the host of Beyond The Dollar, a podcast in which she and her guests have deep and honest conversations about how money affects our wellbeing. Find her on LinkedIn.
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Wills & Estate Planning
Blended Family? Second Marriage? 3 Things You Need to Know About Estate Planning
If you’re in a blended family with stepparents, stepchildren or step-anything-elses, you have unique estate planning needs.
By Sarah Li Cain
Life Insurance
What Is Permanent Life Insurance?
Whole life insurance provides coverage throughout your life. That’s different from term life insurance, which only covers you for a specific period of time.
By Sarah Li Cain
Modern Family Finances
Buying a Home Changed How I View Money Forever
Buying a home was more emotional than I anticipated? Figuring out why changed how I think about money forever.
By Sarah Li Cain
Work, Life, Balanced
How Becoming the Breadwinner Changed My Perspective on Money
This new reality forced me to think about what would happen if I were gone. Could my husband afford the mortgage without my income?
By Sarah Li Cain
Wills & Estate Planning
What’s the Difference Between a Godparent and a Legal Guardian?
As you’re thinking about your estate planning, it’s important to understand the distinction between a godparent and a legal guardian.
By Sarah Li Cain
Work, Life, Balanced
How to Make Mundane Moments With Your Kids Feel Actually Special
We asked experts for ways to savor even the mundane time with family—whether or not we’re in the middle of a pandemic.
By Sarah Li Cain
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