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My parents are going to disinherit me. Is there any good strategy to try to change their mind?
All things considered, it would be unfair for your parents to NOT leave him everything. Don't you see? He lives nearby, you don't. He has time, you don't. They'll get older, they'll need a lot of help....
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When and how do I start discussing finances with my new boyfriend?
I've had, on several occasions (vacations, family gathering with hotels and food, travel), this kind of situation to deal with. With friends, family, and SO.
With friends and family, it was quite easy,...
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How to tell someone that I am not going to help anymore unless paid
I think the interpersonal skill you are missing is knowing how to decline to answer certain questions and direct the person to asking the right question.
For example, "when will you be home" ...
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My parents are going to disinherit me. Is there any good strategy to try to change their mind?
First and foremost, I'll talk only about the "human part" of the problem your describe. There are legal options you should be aware of (like the hereditary reserved portion or the parents/...
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