Family Life

There are eight steps to resolving power plays among your in-laws. Learn how to diffuse any family argument with these steps.

Learn how you and your spouse can create a game plan for your priorities, without being bossed around by your in-laws.

Be aware of the five common power plays your in-laws (and anyone else) may use to get what they want. Use this knowledge to prepare yourself for any family argument.

You and your spouse can decide where to spend the holidays without hurting the feelings of your parents and in-laws. Here's how.

If you are much older than your spouse, or vice versa, you may encounter some resentment from your family and in-laws. Follow these suggestions for overcoming their negativity.

If you are beginning a second marriage, read these tips for dealing with your new in-laws.

If your future spouse and in-laws practice a different religion than you, follow these suggestions to ensure that both faiths are respected.

If you're marrying into a family from a different culture, it's important to educate yourself about all of their customs.

Do you feel like your father-in-law is controlling your marriage? These steps may help you resolve the situation.

It's normal to feel like you're in a competitive relationship with your mother-in-law. Here's help with working through the tensions.

Deciding how to address your in-laws can be tricky. Read these suggestions for help.

When you don't know what to call your new in-laws, things can get awkward. Read about some common obstacles to settling this issue.

This quiz will teach you how to interpret body language, a skill that comes in handy when you are meeting with your in-laws!

If you're about to be introduced to your prospective in-laws, these tips will help you make a great first impression.

Trust funds are becoming more common. Learn how a trust fund can benefit you and your family.

Help your child understand about paying income taxes. After all, your child may already be a taxpayer!

Learn to be more open with your child about your family's money matters. You don't have to share everything, and what you do share is dictated in part by the age of your child.

Here is a comprehensive list of items you might normally throw away, which can be recycled into craft projects.