Picture this: a family gathering where everyone is having a great time, and suddenly, the topic of college funds comes up. One dad (56m) finds himself in hot water when his son’s wife, Jane (36f), learns that he’s only started college funds for his biological grandchildren, not her kids from a previous relationship. To make matters even more intense, the dad proposes a shocking solution: he’ll start funds for the stepkids if the couple signs a contract promising they’ll never divorce! Let’s dive into this family drama and see what unfolds.
The Happy Family
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Enter the Stepkids
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The College Fund Conversation
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Jane’s Shocking Discovery
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The Angry Phone Call
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The Divorce Dilemma
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The Controversial Contract
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The No-Divorce Agreement
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Jane’s Offense
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Additional Details
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Keeping Secrets
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The Agreement’s Purpose
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The Stepkids’ Biological Side
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The What-Ifs
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The Never-Ending Responsibility?
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A Family Torn Apart by College Funds
So there you have it, folks: a father who’s willing to fund his step-grandchildren’s college education, but only if their parents sign a no-divorce contract! The internet is buzzing with opinions on this controversial demand. Some argue that the dad’s reasoning is logical, while others claim it’s unfair and hurtful. One thing’s for sure: this family drama has everyone talking! Let’s see what people have to say about this wild situation…
NTA comment suggests enforceable conditions for college fund contract.

NTA saves college funds for stepkids, acknowledging potential relationship instability.

Grandparents offer to save for college, daughter-in-law ungrateful. NTA

Money talk brings out the worst. NTA for protecting assets

NTA. Protecting finances in case of divorce. DIL feels entitled

Commenter points out OP’s lack of acceptance of step-grandkids.

Stepkids’ biological father’s family involvement questioned, adoption suggested.

Step-grandkids and biological grandkids should be treated equally. NTA.

Unanswered questions about stepkids’ college funds
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Grandfather’s demand for no-divorce contract causes family tension

Commenter and replies discuss whether Jane is concerned about money or feeling hurt about not being considered family.
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Dad demands no-divorce contract for stepkids’ college funds. Commenters approve.

Dad demands no-divorce contract for stepkids’ college funds. NTA technically. ♂️

Grandparent not obligated to fund stepgrandchildren’s college. NTA

YTA demands no-divorce contract for stepkids’ college funds

Stepchild shares heartbreaking experience of being cut off after divorce.

Commenter questions the need for a contract and suggests alternative options ⚖️

Length of relationship and age of kids should factor in decision

Age of step-grandkids raises concerns about unequal treatment

Grandchildren not entitled to step-grandparent’s money. NTA.

Save the money under your own name if you’re worried

NAH. Practical advice on college funds for step-grandchildren.

Debate over step-grandkids and family dynamics.

Commenter suggests enforceable alternatives to no-divorce contract for stepkids’ funds

Stepkids’ college funds spark debate on family financial responsibility

Step-cousin excluded from college fund, NTA for supporting grandparents’ decision

Commenter calls out dad’s cold logic, warns of emotional disconnection.

Focus on relationship with grandkids, not just college funds

Alternative solution proposed for dad’s no-divorce contract demand

NTA for choosing what to do with your money, but YTA for playing favorites with these kids.

NTA refuses to sign no-divorce contract for stepkids’ college funds

Grandparent’s college funds, no-strings-attached or family contract? NTA stands firm.

NTA. Commenter supports dad’s decision to protect stepkids’ college funds.
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Curious commenter seeks crucial details about college fund contract

Suggests alternative ways to ensure stepkids’ college funds without contract

Commenter defends dad’s decision to demand no-divorce contract for stepkids’ college funds

Adopted kids’ college funds: dad demands no-divorce contract. Fair?

NTA, but a no-divorce contract won’t work. Consider legal alternatives.

NTA suggests rewording the contract to avoid punishing stepkids for divorce
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Stepkids not entitled to college funds, it’s a gift. NTA

Commenter empathizes with wife but finds her behavior bizarre.

Commenter references iconic movie Clueless in divorce discussion

Protecting one’s will and possessions from greedy family members

Biological vs step-grandparents in college funds debate

Generous NTA dad wants to protect stepkids’ college funds

No responsibility for stepkids’ college funds. NTA

Comment suggests stepmother is a gold digger

Family drama ensues over stepkids’ college funds

Grandparent suggests stopping college funds for all grandkids, re-evaluating later.
