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Son Takes A Loan From Parents, Throws Massive Tantrums And Makes Accusations After Being Asked To Repay It
An anxious elderly father talks with his son, discussing a loan from parents during a tense family meeting.

Son Takes A Loan From Parents, Throws Massive Tantrums And Makes Accusations After Being Asked To Repay It

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With the economy acting up and the cost of living skyrocketing everywhere, it’s no surprise that adult kids are turning to the bank of mum and dad to get a leg up. But what happens when the same kids try to take advantage of their parents’ generosity?

After lending her son and his wife $50,000 to buy a home, one mom expected them to follow through on their simple repayment contract. Instead, she got hit with endless excuses about how broke he was — right before watching him buy a brand-new truck and take off on a trip to Mexico and Las Vegas.

She shared her story online, hoping for an objective solution to her dilemma. Should she write off the massive debt to keep the peace, or is there a better way to hold her son accountable?

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    A couple lent their son and daughter-in-law $50,000 to help them buy a house

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    Now, the son is refusing to repay the loan even though the parents keep insisting

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    The woman gave some more info in response to the comments

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    People in the comments supported the woman and shared some advice

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    Author, BoredPanda staff

    I'm the Visual Editor at Bored Panda, responsible for ensuring that everything our audience sees is top-notch and well-researched. What I love most about my job? Discovering new things about the world and immersing myself in exceptional photography and art.

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    Min (she/her)
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    29 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's one in every family...

    Min (she/her)
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    29 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's one in every family...

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