There are two points of advice that some wish all who are in a relationship would receive: First, money issues are one of the top strains in a marriage, so communicating about it is key. Second, a person should remain at least a little independent of their partner, even if it’s only having a savings […] More
The death of a loved one often brings more than grieving. It can, unfortunately, bring a hefty amount of logistical and financial problem solving. One Redditor found that out the hard way recently. He posted about it on the “Am I the A**hole (AITA)” subReddit. The Original Poster (OP), known as IneritanceVbrother on the site, […] More
Though the thought of death terrifies many, plenty of people take comfort in knowing that they can set aside some money for loved ones. Maybe even beyond the grave, they hope, they’ll still be offering some help. But as a recent post on the “Am I the A**hole (AITA)” subReddit demonstrated, sometimes the chosen plan […] More
We would all like to be able to say that we can help out our friends when they need it the most. But how we can help them will vary based on the situation, our resources, and more. And of course, our help should not be demanded or expected, pointed out the “Am I the A**hole?” […] More
We never know what the future holds. The choices we make can obviously effect our future, but what happens when someone else’s choices come to bite us? This was the problem facing Redditor and Original Poster (OP) AppealMountain9218 when they came to the “Am I the A**hole”(AITA) subReddit for clarity. He asked: “AITA for “only” […] More
People break promises because circumstances change. You might have thought you wanted something, and later on you find that’s not what’s best for you. But, you have to communicate that with the people you had a commitment with. Redditor JJEZRS encountered this very issue with his mom. So he turned to the “Am I The […] More
Family issues and losses are such a touchy and difficult subject. It is sad when a family member goes no contact, especially because we just don’t know if we are ever going to be able to re-establish a place in our lives for them. Will they want to come back? Or will they stay away […] More
Dealing with the death of one of your parents is incredibly hard. But, it is even harder when your partner is trying to control what you do with your inheritance. Redditor Correct-Sea6849 encountered this very issue with her husband. So she turned to the “Am I The A**hole” (AITA) subReddit for moral judgment. She asked: […] More
Grief can bring the worst out in people. For some, that means reconnecting with their family after years of abandonment just to take away what is rightfully theirs. Redditor throwweight12 encountered this very issue with her estranged dad. So she turned to the “Am I The A**hole” (AITA) subReddit for moral judgment. She asked: “AITA […] More
Some people are privileged enough to be a part of families that offer an inheritance to the next generation. But where money is concerned, people often start complaining and arguing about who receives what. It can really bring out the worst in people, agreed the “Am I the A**hole?” (AITA) subReddit. Redditor judgeme2313 found himself stuck […] More
Money is a difficult thing. It’s a tool, a life jacket, a ladder. What happens, though, when money comes between sisters? This was the problem facing Redditor and Original Poster (OP) Throwawayysister when she came to the “Am I the A**hole” (AITA) subreddit for guidance. She asked: “AITA for not helping my sister and husband […] More
Helping family becomes a tricky situation when money is involved. You may really want to help out your family members, but it can be difficult to tie up funds that you might not see again. Redditor InheritanceThrowawa, the original poster (OP), thought she had seen the last of her brother years ago. But now he’s […] More
