Allison Robertson articles

Annoyed man standing in front of a house with a woman
GUIDE

My sister moved back into my parents' home decades ago and never left. Now she claims she will get more from inheritance. Is this true?

Learn how wills, trusts, caregiving, property ownership, and state laws affects inheritance when you live with your aging parents.
July 8, 2026 Allison Robertson
Man standing in front of an older couple at a house
FINANCE TIPS

My parents downsized late in life, but they didn't end up saving any extra money. Isn't downsizing supposed to be helpful?

Is downsizing in retirement still a smart financial move? Learn why some retirees save money while others don't, plus the key factors to consider before selling a larger home for something smaller.
June 25, 2026 Allison Robertson
Concerned older man looking at the camera
GUIDE

My wife handled all our taxes, and after she died I found out we owed the IRS thousands. Is there nothing I can do?

Found out you owe the IRS after your spouse handled taxes? Learn about innocent spouse relief, your options, and how to handle unexpected tax debt.
June 16, 2026 Allison Robertson
Debt Settlement
FINANCE TIPS

I trusted a debt settlement company, and now my credit is worse than ever. Is there anyone who can help me now?

Did a debt settlement company hurt your credit? Learn how these programs work, the risks involved, and how to recover and get real help.
June 4, 2026 Allison Robertson
Concerned woman with a green couch on a porch behind her
GUIDE

I just put a cool, vintage couch on my covered porch, and my sister says it’s actually illegal to do that. This isn’t true…is it?

Is it illegal to put a couch on your porch? Learn when porch furniture can violate local laws, fire codes, or HOA rules in the U.S.
May 22, 2026 Allison Robertson
Slip and Slide HOA violation
GUIDE

My kids set up a slip-and-slide in the yard, and the HOA said it’s an “unauthorized water feature.” Seriously? Can I fight this?

Can an HOA ban a slip-and-slide? Learn why backyard water activities may violate HOA rules and whether you can fight the decision.
May 21, 2026 Allison Robertson
Dinosaur inflatable HOA violation
GUIDE

The HOA says my kids’ giant inflatable dinosaur birthday decoration violates height restrictions. Is that seriously enforceable?

Can an HOA ban large inflatable decorations? Learn how height restrictions apply to birthday displays and whether HOA rules are enforceable.
May 21, 2026 Allison Robertson
Man with a tent in his backyard and an angry neighbor over the fence.
GUIDE

I set up a tent in my backyard and my neighbor threatened to call the city. Are we seriously not allowed to camp in our own backyards anymore?

Is backyard camping illegal? Learn when setting up a tent at home could violate local laws or HOA rules and what you can do about it.
May 20, 2026 Allison Robertson
HOA shutting down a lemonade stand.
GUIDE

My kids set up a lemonade stand in our driveway, and the HOA came and made them take it down. Is a lemonade stand really a big deal?

Can an HOA shut down a lemonade stand? Learn why lemonade stands can violate HOA rules and what homeowners can do about it.
May 20, 2026 Allison Robertson


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