Aunt Pays for Nieces’ Tuition, but Mom Wants the Money

Picture this: You’re a generous aunt who’s been paying for your nieces’ private school tuition for years. You’re happy to support them, and your sister is grateful for the help. But suddenly, your sister demands that you wire the money directly to her account instead of paying the school through a secure portal. What would you do? One woman found herself in this exact situation, and now she’s questioning if she’s in the wrong for refusing her sister’s request. Let’s dive into the story!

A Generous Offer

A Happy Arrangement

A Sudden Change in Plans

A Secure and Transparent System

A Sketchy Boyfriend Enters the Scene

A Fight Erupts

A Conflict of Boundaries

A Family Divided: Money, Trust, and Boundaries ‍♀️

This generous aunt is caught in a family drama after her sister demanded the tuition money be wired directly to her account. The aunt is hesitant, as she’s been using a secure portal to pay the school directly, and her sister has a history of financial irresponsibility. To make matters worse, the sister’s sketchy boyfriend is pushing for the change. The aunt is now left wondering if she’s in the wrong for refusing her sister’s request, while trying to respect everyone’s boundaries. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

Aunt pays for nieces’ tuition, but mom wants the money . Commenter thinks mom should be grateful.

Offer to continue paying only through portal to avoid conflict

Paying tuition directly to school avoids gift taxes. NTA.

Mom wants control over finances, but not tuition payments. NTA

Stick to your guns and keep doing good for your nieces

Big sister knows best! Keep your money, NTA.

Set boundaries with family when it comes to money

Aunt pays for nieces’ tuition, but mom wants the money . Aunt refuses and suggests mom pay the fees instead.

NTA for wanting to ensure the money goes to nieces

Pay for tuition, deserve to know it’s used right. NTA

Pay tuition directly to school to prevent embezzlement by mother.

Generous aunt helps nieces, but ungrateful mom wants the money

Mom wants tuition money, but aunt controls her own finances

Aunt pays for nieces’ tuition, but mom wants the money . NTA.

Pay tuition through portal to ensure education, not mom’s pocket

Avoiding conflict with a tax excuse ‍♀️

Sister wants control over niece’s tuition money, but isn’t paying? NTA

Mom wants tuition money, but something hinky is going on

Protecting your gift: Tips to ensure your sister doesn’t scam you

Aunt paying for nieces’ tuition, but mom wants the money

Your money, your choice. Sister can’t decide how you gift

Aunt pays tuition, but mom wants money. NTA stands firm.

NTA suggests mom take over payments herself and peace out ✌️

Don’t give in to the boyfriend’s sketchy request. NTA

Financially irresponsible mom with sketchy boyfriend wants tuition money. NTA.

Directly paying tuition is wise. Sketchy SO needs receipts. NTA.

Mom wants tuition money, but NTA should stand firm

Don’t set conditions on tuition payments. Shady to transfer money.

Pay tuition directly to school to avoid entitled mother’s demands

Don’t trust her . NTA for not giving in.

NTA, but money control issues with mom ‍♀️

Pay the school directly to avoid ‘accidents’

Protect your investment and set clear boundaries with mom.

Aunt’s generosity is met with mom’s irresponsibility. Keep paying directly.

Insist on paying the school directly, play the tax card

Aunt pays for nieces’ tuition, but mom wants the money . Commenter says NTA and suspects mom’s intentions .

Don’t back down, pay directly or public school. NTA

Aunt’s paying tuition, but mom wants money. NTA suggests financial aid.

NTA defends aunt’s decision and predicts sister’s behavior

Aunt pays for nieces’ tuition, but mom demands money

Pay tuition directly to school for tax reasons and proof.

Generous aunt’s gift of education, not finances, for nieces. NTA

Generous aunt offers to pay for nieces’ tuition, sister wants money. NTA.

Aunt pays for tuition, but mom wants control

Avoid gift tax, pay school directly. NTA.

Mom wants tuition money wired to her, commenter calls out greed

Mom wants tuition money, but commenter calls her shady af

NTA. Commenter suspects boyfriend will steal tuition money.

Financial advisor warns of tax/financial issues without direct confirmation. NTA.

Aunt’s generosity causes mom to demand tuition money. NTA responds.

Don’t give the money directly to the mom. NTA

Keeping the money in the right place

Mom wants tuition money, commenter suspects sketchy man involvement

Aunt pays for nieces’ tuition, but mom wants the money

NTA. Aunt’s money, aunt’s choice. Sketchy boyfriend adds suspicion

Protecting the kids’ education , don’t give in to selfish demands

Aunt pays tuition, but mom wants money. NTA suggests solution.

NTA stands firm against sister’s money-grabbing boyfriend

Aunt has the upper hand, don’t let mom take control

Secure your nieces’ future, don’t let their mother ruin it

Aunt’s gift isn’t for mom to control. NTA, sketchy mom.

Take control of your money and choices. NTA

Aunt offers tuition, mom wants money. NTA stands firm

Pay tuition directly to avoid family drama

Aunt pays for nieces’ tuition, but mom wants the money
NTA says, ‘It’s YOUR money’

Offering a compromise with a touch of sarcasm

You’re not the a**hole for spending your own money.

Generous aunt defends her right to pay for nieces’ tuition

Aunt refuses to give in to entitled mom’s demands ‍♀️

Aunt pays tuition, but mom wants money. NTA stands firm.

NTA! Mom’s intentions seem suspicious

Aunt stands up for herself, suggests mom pays tuition instead

Pay school fees directly, no need for sketchy middle man

Aunt pays tuition, but mom wants control. No, just no.

Sister wants tuition money, but OP should keep paying directly.

Comment suggests hidden motives for mom wanting tuition money

Don’t let your sister guilt trip you. You’re NTA

Don’t trust sister with tuition money, risk of getting lost

Protecting the kids’ education is top priority . Keep evidence.

Set boundaries and use a portal to avoid entitled parents

Stand your ground and don’t let your sister take advantage.

Aunt stands up for herself and her right to spend money