The death of a loved one is often emotionally challenging and can dramatically change your life. If your cherished family member or friend leaves you an inheritance, that gift, while thoughtful and appreciated, can make a difficult situation even more complicated.

Women often lack life insurance coverage or have less than they need because they aren’t seen as the family's breadwinner or higher-income earner. But in recent decades, women’s roles both in the household and the workforce have changed dramatically.