Dear Eric: My spouse recently died, leaving me with a substantial financial estate. Now I have to decide what to do with it. Related Articles Advice | Asking Eric: His friend offered him a room — but it came with unsolicited meddling Advice | Asking Eric: A group of friends wants to expel a newcomer who wrecked their vibe Advice | Asking Eric: Now that I’m sober and successful, they apparently want to unghost me Advice | Asking Eric: Our more modest gifts drew a distressing response Advice | Asking Eric: A neighbor sees something dangerous going on next door and wants to report it We had no children (we were a male couple).