Imagine having a deal with your kids that they can live rent-free as long as they’re studying or working, only to discover that one of them lied about attending college and blew $10,000 on gambling and weed! That’s exactly what happened to this couple and their 23-year-old stepdaughter, Bea. Now, they’re demanding that Bea pay rent and repay the wasted money, while her biological mom accuses them of being unfair and playing favorites. Let’s dive into this dramatic tale!
The Family Deal

Bea’s Life Choices

House Rules

A New Opportunity?

The Shocking Truth

The Betrayal

Facing the Consequences

Bio Mom’s Reaction

Bea’s Situation

Bea’s Income

The Ultimatum

Zoe’s Logic

Playing Favorites?

The Drama Unfolds: Lies, Betrayal, and Consequences
After discovering that their stepdaughter Bea lied about attending college and blew $10,000 on gambling and weed, this couple is demanding rent and repayment. Bea’s biological mom, Zoe, is accusing them of being unfair and playing favorites. Despite the new rent rule, Bea still enjoys many perks at home, but her parents insist that she must face the consequences of her actions and grow up. Zoe, on the other hand, believes that her daughter’s actions shouldn’t be a big deal since Bea’s parents are well-off. The drama continues to unfold as the family grapples with the fallout of Bea’s shocking betrayal.
NTA, time for Bea to put on her big girl pants

Stepdaughter stole $10k, legal action if she doesn’t repay?

NTA parent trusted daughter, who stole 10k for gambling and weed.

Tough love or too harsh? NTA kicks out conning stepdaughter.

NTA parent praised for reasonable consequences, bio mom criticized

NTA. Stepmother not at fault, biological mother is bad influence.

NTA. Reasonable consequences for an adult who stole and lied.

Short and sweet. This comment cuts right to the chase.
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NTA but daughter needs therapy, payback won’t solve problem

Parental discipline or police involvement? Debate over punishment ensues.

Facing consequences for bad behavior, not uneven parenting. NTA

NTA, tough love is necessary. Kick her out

Parenting fairness praised in NTA comment

Bio mom’s ignorance won’t change stepdaughter’s theft. NTA.

Encouraging comment to stand up to stepdaughter’s lies.
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NTA for holding her accountable for lying and stealing

Commenters call out Bea’s lies about income, support parents. NTA
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Trust broken: stepdaughter stole $10k, NTA for demanding repayment

Clear rules were set, actions have consequences. NTA

Commenter calls stepdaughter a thief and suggests kicking her out.

Parent holds lying stepdaughter accountable for her actions. NTA
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Kick out the thief daughter, let bio mom deal with her

Misleading title, but refreshing to see NTA story for once

Bio-mom defends daughter’s actions, commenter suggests tough love.

Commenter jokes about high receptionist salary, teacher chimes in.
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NTA demands stepdaughter repay $10k blown on gambling and weed

NTA – She lied and stole, consequences are necessary. Bio mom enabling.

Commenter praises parent’s fair treatment of stepdaughter, supports consequences.

NTA for not reporting daughter’s lying and theft

Father sets rules for safety, daughter blows money on gambling and weed.
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NTA sets reasonable rules, comment section agrees

Commenter sympathizes with parents and calls out stepdaughter’s behavior. NTA.

NTA suggests taking back car as recompense for stepdaughter’s lies.

Commenter calls out stepdaughter’s fraud, declares NTA.

NTA, but kick her out and don’t expect repayment

Valid question about payment method for college/adult center.

Part-time receptionist making $3200/month? Wake up call needed!

NTA suggests tough love for stepdaughter, sparks no replies.

User suggests kicking out stepdaughter, NTA (not the a**hole) judgement.

Curious commenter questions job market amidst family drama

Time for Bea to pay up and move out. NTA

Parents betrayed by stepdaughter’s gambling and weed addiction. NTA for demanding repayment.

Commenter expresses shock at stepdaughter’s theft with expletive.

NTA commenter suggests kicking out stepdaughter after $10k theft

Bio mom defends daughter who stole $10k from step-parents. NTA claps back.

Misleading title and not really AITA material

Stepdaughter gambles away college funds, NTA for enforcing consequences.

NTA! ♀️ Involve the police since she stole through deception. Trust is gone!

Tough love or too harsh? Commenters weigh in

Stepdaughter’s scamming deserves no sympathy. NTA

Stepdaughter blows $10k on gambling and weed, parents demand repayment. NTA.

Enabling a garbage lifestyle? OP’s rules are fair and reasonable.

Stepdaughter’s $10k mistake: NTA parent teaches responsibility

Bio mom enables daughter’s bad behavior, NTA for demanding repayment

NTA. $10k stolen? Kick her out. Play stupid games…
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NTA, setting boundaries is important and consequences are necessary.

Commenter questions if stepdaughter can realistically pay back debts and rent

Tough love or too harsh? NTA gives stepdaughter 30-day notice

Stealing $10k for gambling and weed? NTA for demanding repayment and rent.
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Clear judgement, but missing context. Need more info.
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