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[quote=Anonymous]I would say no unless there is a very specific unexpected bill, like medical insurance going up etc. Lots of people are going to face several thousand dollars in insurance spikes Nov 1. At 42, if he doesn’t have a job with benefits he’s probably on the ACA which the Republicans are gutting. If he’s depressed and loses insurance, he won’t be able to afford medication. I would pay the bills directly unless of course he voted and plans to continue voting for this crap.

1. If he gets the money free and clear without explanation, he knows he has a new fund source. Your wife will be asked again.
2. He will rationalize that he’s entitled to your money because family supports family. He needs it and wants it. You have it. Pony up!
3. The parents may have been giving money on top of food and housing but said no more until you start working. You would be undermining the push for him to become more independent.
4. Chances are he is or will drain the parents. You will really have financial pressure when the parents need or want money.[/quote]

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