Daughter Demands College Fund She Rejected Years Ago But Parents Have a Shocking Response!

Meet Elizabeth and Margaret, two sisters who couldn’t be more different. Elizabeth, the studious one, went to college and even grad school with the help of her parents’ savings. Margaret, on the other hand, rejected college life and chose to work in bars and clubs instead. But when the pandemic hit, Margaret had a change of heart and demanded her share of the college fund that she once refused. Her parents’ response? Keep reading to find out!

Two Sisters, Two Paths

Elizabeth’s Academic Journey

Margaret’s Different Choices

Working and Traveling

Elizabeth’s Master’s Degree

Margaret’s Final Answer?

“I’m Sick of Being Asked”

Money Given to Elizabeth

Margaret’s Change of Heart

Pandemic Realizations

Parents’ Tough Decision

Health and Retirement Concerns

Doubts About Margaret’s Motivation

Parents’ Shocking Response to Margaret’s Demand

After years of refusing her college fund, Margaret suddenly wants it back. But her parents have a different plan in mind. They remind her of her past decisions and explain that they simply can’t afford to pay for her college now without jeopardizing their retirement and health. With doubts about Margaret’s motivation and commitment, they tell her she needs to figure it out for herself if she wants to go to college. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

NTA. Parents not obligated to keep money earmarked forever for college.

Parents not responsible for daughter’s college fund at 32

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Clear NTA judgement with potential family fallout

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Compassionate response to a family member in need

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Sister’s success should help Margret, NTA but joint help needed

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Commenter defends OP’s actions in demanding college fund back.