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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think this happens to women who haven’t had the experience of writing large checks - it didn’t come easily late in life. Typically men are the ones writing the big checks.[/quote] +1 This is what I was thinking. If OP's dad was the one who handled their financials then it all might feel overwhelming to OP's mom now. OP's mom may be comfortable with financial issues up to a point, but the rest might be where she struggles. Things are not always linear. And being one-step removed from "writing the big checks" for decades can make a person hesitant at the very least.[/quote] I 100% think this is what’s going on. Mom wants to help but she’s waiting for someone to tell her exactly what to do. When she tells you she wants to pay for part of Larla’s wedding, thank her and tell her your budget. Ask what she would like to contribute and remind her to run it past her financial advisor. [/quote]
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