Stepson Blows A Gasket When His Mom And Stepdad Use His Inheritance To Buy A House, Confronts Them In Front Of His Stepdad’s Whole Family

A 17-year-old boy has a tumultuous relationship with his mom and stepdad. He found out that they used his inherited money to buy a house. His justifiable anger erupts at his stepdad in front of his whole family. He stands his ground and refuses to apologize for his words, but his mom still thinks he's the a**hole.

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NTA (Not The A**hole). The commenter suggests OP talk to an estate lawyer to find out more information and their options to take action. Replies provide more information and advice on how to handle the situation and get back the misspent funds before it's too late.

The comment advises that the OP should contact a lawyer due to their step-parents' misuse of the inheritance money that was meant for them.

Kiddo, it's time to get a lawyer and get a copy of the paperwork. Replies suggest the kid starts with the lawyer who structured the payment and contacts the bank or financial institution. Other replies suggest the kid gets a trusted adult to help out, and that the mom and step-dad's actions may be "illegal". "Play the Long Game" might be a good move as the stepdad is a substitute teacher and the mom a receptionist.

The comment suggested that the beneficiary should "talk to a lawyer ASAP" to address the use of funds left for their benefit. The reply asked, "What is there to misunderstand?"

The stepson is not the a**hole (NTA). The commenter suggests that the stepson emancipates himself and sues for his money. He also considers asking for help from his godfather, who is his dad's best friend but is currently away on a business trip.

The comment was in agreement with the stepson's anger: "Lmao my mom pulled this same 'example escape' shit with the money my dad left me. Her and her husband built themselves a nice little McMansion. NTA dude." Replies shared similar experiences of parents' mishandling of inheritance and explored options for legal action.

The comment suggested that the stepson is 'Not the A**hole' and recommended that they take legal action to sue his mom and stepdad for the inherited money, which should have been held in trust for him.

The stepson is 'Not the A**hole' for confronting his mom and stepdad. He rightfully expresses his anger at their selfish behavior of spending his inheritance on a house, that likely will be more beneficial to them than him. He suggests getting a lawyer to protect his rights, as well as having a paper trail where his mom affirms they used his inheritance to buy the house.

The commenter suggested that the stepson should get a lawyer to recover the money that was used to buy the house.

The commenter said that NTA (not the a**hole), implying that the stepson should get a lawyer to protect himself from his mother and stepfather who are stealing from him. The commenter also suggested that they might have done it before.

The commenter suggests various courses of action for the person who received an inheritance from their father but is concerned it might have been taken by their stepdad. The reply confirms that the money was intended for them and there are no other family members involved.

The commenter suggests that the stepson may have grounds to take legal action, as they are NTA. A single reply agrees with the suggestion, using four arrows pointing upwards to emphasize their opinion.

The comment asks, "Have you spoken to an attorney?" and discusses how the mom had access to money. The reply examines the trust, the name of the house, and the teenager's legal recourse.

The commenter believes that the stepson is not the a**hole and suggests that the stepson should get a lawyer to investigate whether the stepmom and stepdad acted illegally with the inheritance money.

The comment suggests going to r/legaladvice to see if there is a legal pathway to get the stepson's inheritance back. One reply suggests "Never go to r/legaladvice". The comment says the stepson is NTA (not the a**hole).

The comment suggests reminding the step-parents that without the inheritance, they wouldn't have their house. It also suggests letting the stepmother know that the money will be expected back when the OP turns 18. "NTA" refers to "Not The A**hole."

The comment advises the person to get a lawyer as soon as possible, asserting that they are Not The A**hole.

Commenter believes that the stepson's inheritance is being used as a form of financial abuse, and suggests the stepson get a lawyer for a legal opinion.

The comment advises the original poster (OP) to "contact a lawyer when [they] turn 18." Replies urge the OP to act confidently and to get a lawyer now to prevent their parents from "stealing" from them.

The commenter states that the stepson's step-parents are not the a**holes, even though the commenter believes the stepson's inheritance should be respected. The commenter advises them to minimize antagonizing him until he is 18. One reply suggests selling the house to get his money back, as the step-parent may have just been showing off to his family for the house he didn't earn.

The commenter believes the stepdad's behavior is immoral and suggests that the stepson can pursue legal action since his father left the inheritance to him. The commenter also expresses disgust at how the stepdad made the stepson make breakfast for his whole family.

The commenter expressed outrage over the stepmother and stepfather taking the inherited money without the stepson's permission. They suggest the stepson should speak to a lawyer. 🤬

The comment discusses a son's disapproval of his mom and stepdad using his inheritance to buy a house, suggesting that an apology is owed for embarrassing him. The reply acknowledges the benefit of having a place to live but highlights their usage of stolen funds.

The commenter said NTA (not the a**hole) since the stepson's mom and stepdad used his inheritance to buy a house. The commenter suggested the stepson should look for advice from an attorney.

The commenter is convinced that the stepdad's anger is not because of the humiliation he faced in front of his family, rather it is because some of them agreed with the step-parents. The advice given is to reach out to the lawyer who handled the case to check for any legal violations.

Commenter questions if it's illegal for the stepson's mom and stepdad to use his inheritance to buy a house.

The stepson is not the a**hole (NTA) when he calls out his mother and stepdad for using his inheritance money to buy a house. He suggests his dad may have set up an executor/trustee, which he should contact to explain the situation. He also advises the stepson to contact a lawyer immediately.

Don't let parents take advantage 🚫 The comment advises the OP to seek help from Legal Aid, a local law school, or the guidance counselor to enforce their rights and not to let their parents take advantage of them. They also suggest finding out the reality through the Department of Child and Youth Services.

Commenter suggests that the stepson should lawyer up.

Commenter suggests calling a lawyer and turning to the police if necessary. After 18, the commenter advises the OP to sue for the house to be signed over or for a court case.

The comment advises OP to seek legal advice from a big practice lawyer in their area to understand inheritance laws. According to the comment, the lawyer might be able to help the OP, even if the OP is a minor. The comment declares the OP as NTA (not the a**hole).

The comment urges the stepson to lawyer up because it was his money, to begin with. It ends with a resounding affirmation that the stepson is Not The A**hole.

The comment suggests getting a lawyer to understand the legal options and make sure the documentation for the house is changed to show the poster as the owner. The sentiment of the comment is NTA (not the a**hole). 🙏

The stepson contacted an attorney to take action against his stepdad for stealing his inheritance money to purchase a house. NTA.

The commenter suggests that the stepson should seek legal advice and consultation to resolve the issue - NTA (not the a**hole).

The comment advises that the stepson should get a lawyer to reclaim his inheritance as it was stated in the will. They also point out that the stepson was wrong for expecting the parents to take care of him when he had his own responsibilities to fulfill.

The commenter expressed their opinion that it's unfair that the stepson's inheritance is being spent by his stepdad and mom without the stepson's consent. They recommend getting a Guardian Ad Litem or calling the local bar association for a referral for a low price depending on the state the stepson is in.

The stepson was not the a**hole as his mom and stepdad allegedly stole his inheritance money to buy a house and he confronted them in front of his stepdad's family.

The commenter believes that the stepson is 'NTA (not the a**hole)' and should be embarrassed by his stepmom and stepdad's actions.

The comment encourages the stepson to be furious and fight for justice, saying that his parents stole his inheritance and he should get a lawyer when he turns 18 and sue them for the house he paid for with his own money

The commenter declared the stepparents to be the A**holes (NTA) for taking their stepson's inheritance to buy a house for themselves without his permission. They recommended the stepson seek legal help.

The commenter encourages the stepson to "Lawyer up" and believes that the money his father left him is rightfully his.

The commenter says that the stepmom and stepdad shouldn't have used the stepson's inheritance to buy a house and that he should get a lawyer to take action. 🤔

The comment suggested the poster seek help immediately if they are concerned that their mother and stepdad will continue to spend their inheritance. They should get a copy of the will to determine the executor of their father's estate and whether money has been misappropriated. The poster should also consult with a lawyer since their inheritance should be solely for their benefit.

The commenter suggested that the stepson should consider suing his mom and stepdad for using his inheritance to buy a house and thus embarrassing him.

The stepson is not the a**hole in this situation; he believes his stepmom and stepdad have stolen his inheritance. The stepson should seek legal recourse.

The comment is marked 'NTA' but warns the OP to get legal advice about their inheritance. Rather than spending it all now, the commenter recommends the OP save it for the future for educational expenses or an investment that will help their career.

The commenter said NTA (not the a**hole), that the inheritance money being used to purchase a house was the commenter's money, and not stepdad and mom's.

The comment suggests that the stepdad and mom illegally used money from the stepson's father, which was specifically put under the stepson's name, to buy a house. It states that the stepson is "not the a**hole" in this situation and suggests that he should find a lawyer and sue for the house.

A comment believes the stepson is 'Not the A**hole' for confronting his mom and stepdad by showing them up in front of his stepdad's family for using his inheritance to buy a house for themselves.

The commenter says NTA (not the a**hole) and suggests that the stepson confront the adults, who have failed him, and have them make it right.

The commenter argued that the inheritance should belong to the stepson, not his mother and stepfather since she was already remarried when his father died. They suggested that if the stepson's inheritance is not given back, he should make it known that he will be talking to a lawyer on his 18th birthday.

The commenter advised that the stepson should not be considered an a**hole in the situation and should seek legal advice immediately.

The comment advises the original poster to talk to a lawyer to get a free consultation, and states that the original poster is not the a-hole (NTA).

The comment suggests that the stepson is Not The A-hole in this situation and urges him to get a lawyer, find a copy of the will and consult a social worker to sort the legalities. 💪

Someone suggested getting a lawyer and trusted relatives involved to not let the inheritance issue slide.

The commenter suggested that the stepson should find a lawyer and sue the step-parents after they used the stepson's inheritance to buy a house.

The comment suggested that the stepson should lawyer up in response to his mom and stepdad buying a house with his inheritance.

The comment suggests that the stepson should use the remaining inheritance to hire a lawyer and sue his mom and stepdad. The comment agrees that the stepson is not the a**hole in this situation.

The comment suggested that the stepson is not the a**hole here and should sue his mom and stepdad for his money.

The comment expresses outrage that the minor's inheritance was used to buy a house without his permission. They advise that the minor should confront the two, make it publicly known, and seek legal counsel to recoup the losses or safeguard what is left.

The comment suggested to the stepson to fight for his inheritance and kick his mom and stepdad out of the house.