Buying a home is the ultimate sign of adulting. Or is it? What has long been considered a rite of passage is not necessarily the best sign that you’ve made it. A better indication may be how you approach this big decision and how you manage your money to be financially awesome.

Thinking about returning to school to pursue a master’s degree or even a doctorate? While an advanced degree has the potential to improve earnings, it won’t necessarily guarantee a big impact on a career trajectory or salary prospects.

Family businesses can span generations, creating unique bonds as members come together to pursue common goals. At some point, a changing of the guard will happen, whether it’s a planned transfer or an unexpected bequest due to a sudden death.