We’ve all heard stories about family members who seem to take advantage of their relatives’ generosity. In this case, our protagonist has been the go-to ATM for her family for years, always lending money with the promise of repayment that never comes. But when she receives a combined $35k from a divorce settlement and a car accident, her family’s demands for a share of the cash push her to her limit. Will she finally stand up for herself, or will she cave under the pressure?
The Family ATM

Never-ending Cycle

The Main Culprits

Divorce and Car Accident

Family’s Lack of Support

The Big Payday

Family Comes Knocking

Standing Her Ground

Guilt Trips and Blocked Calls

Boyfriend’s Support ❤️

Leaked Information ️♀️

Aunt’s Saintly Image

Credit Report Nightmare

Divorce & Accident Cash: Time to Break Free?
After years of being her family’s personal ATM, our protagonist finds herself with $35k from a divorce settlement and a car accident. But when her mother and aunt demand a share of the cash, she finally puts her foot down. With guilt trips and blocked calls, she’s left questioning if she’s in the wrong. Her boyfriend supports her decision, but the emotional turmoil continues. As the story unfolds, we learn about her aunt’s saintly image and a credit report nightmare. Will she stand her ground or give in to her family’s demands?
Cutting off entitled relatives demanding money is justified. ♀️

NTA. Your money, your choice. Don’t let guilt-tripping family members manipulate you.

Learn to say no without explanation and set new communication standards

Starting over? Keep the cash! NTA, owe them nothing

Keeping your finances private can save you family drama

Commenter compares giving money to feeding strays

Don’t back down, make your fresh start your priority

Divorce money is not a payout, it’s shared sacrifices. #NTA

NTA. Redditors share their experiences with entitled acquaintances.

NTA and advice to seek support from r/raisedbyborderlines subreddit.

Protect your finances and boundaries from manipulative family members.

NTA. Set boundaries, freeze credit, report fraud, cut contact

Protect your credit and report the theft to the police

Stand your ground and keep your money . NTA

Demanding family owes thousands? Save messages and consider small claims.

NTA comment shuts down entitled family members.

NTA: Family not entitled to your money. Die mad about it.

Boundaries are key . Keep your finances private from entitled family.

Definite NTA, but why so strong?

Not the a**hole for not giving family money.

Commenter calls out entitlement of family demanding settlement money
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NTA commenter advises OP to seek therapy for toxic family.

NTA commenter warns of financial ruin from greedy family.

Don’t let leeches drain your hard-earned cash

NTA. You’re not withholding money, but protecting yourself. ️

Your money, your life. NTA for not sharing settlement.

Don’t let toxic family drain you financially. NTA.

NTA! Righteous couple stands up to greedy family members.

Protect yourself from identity theft. Cut toxic family ties.

OP warned about identity theft in comment section.

Stand your ground and don’t justify.

Identity fraud by mother causing overdue bills, seek legal help.

Urgent advice to cancel fraudulent services and monitor credit

Mother commits identity theft, give ultimatum or report her?

Update reveals fraud. NTA should press charges for justice.
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Curious to know how OP will handle their mom’s fraud

Protect yourself from identity theft. Join r/justnofamily for support

Protect your assets from ungrateful family members. #NTA

Mystery leak leads to family’s greed. NTA for blocking them

Don’t feel guilty for not taking care of everyone.

Dealing with someone who has BPD is like a selfish monster

Supportive comment applauds OP for standing up to entitled family.

Reported stolen bills: Clever or risky move?

NTA. Demand repayment, report identity theft. Don’t feel guilty.

NTA – No a**holes here. Short and sweet.

Commenter strongly disagrees with the idea, using ‘no no no’

Self-care first! NTA for setting boundaries and saying no

Accepting help is fine, but demanding it is a bit much

Keep your financials private to avoid entitled family members. NTA

Don’t let them use you! NTA for standing up.

NTA comment gets straight to the point.
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Family demands cash, commenter says NTA for not enabling behavior.

Don’t let family guilt you into giving away your money

Don’t let them bleed you dry! NTA

Not the a**hole for recognizing their greediness.

NTA stands up to entitled family demanding more money
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Politely decline and prioritize your own needs.

Don’t let them guilt trip you! NTA and stay strong

Don’t give in! Stand your ground against entitled family members.
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NTA: No drama, just a straightforward situation.
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When family becomes toxic…

NTA comment receives no replies ♀️

Cutting toxic people out of your life is priceless

Keep your finances private and stand firm on boundaries

Family demands money after divorce and injury, commenter says NTA

Setting boundaries with ungrateful family members. Good luck!

NTA! Family members demanding money after your divorce and accident? No way! ♀️

Clear and concise: NTA.

Money, money, money! NTA’s choice is simple

Family treating you like a bank? NTA, stand your ground

Last Updated on June 16, 2023 by Diply Social Team