Back when therapists started talking about the “dysfunctional” family, you started giggling. Isn’t everyone’s family dysfunctional in one way or another? Fortunately, your family members have likely always been helpful and supportive of your goals. It just might be your turn to help out one of them now. If it’s a big favor they’re asking, however, don’t be afraid to rein it in just a bit. You can only do so much.

Money matters can get tricky when you and a certain party are still in getting-to-know-you mode. It’s important that you learn to trust each other. Be honest about what your limits are, and expect the same from them.

The one thing you can always count on is trust. If you don’t have that, this relationship is on shaky ground. Don’t let that certainty erode. Once that’s gone, you might as well move on.

Yes, your holdings should be getting bigger and better by the year, but they’re not. Don’t let that keep you from thinking things will change. You deserve a financially secure future and your positive outlook is vital to getting it.