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Son starting work - how much should he contribute ?

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  • POPPYOSCAR
    POPPYOSCAR Posts: 14,902 Forumite
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    My DS might be an adult in the eyes of the law, but he has only just turned 18 and still needs our guidance, help, support, advice etc. He actually has learnt from his mistake and why would we not help him if he needed it? If we were not in a position to do so, then that would be different - I thought parenthood was for life, not just until they reach adulthood!

    Yes, it is a difficult one isn't, just when do you stop helping them out?


    It is good that your son has learnt from his mistake. My brother never did. Our mother used to bail him out time and time again, so he knew he could always turn to her.

    She is no longer around anymore and unfortunately he is no good with money and I don't think ever will be.
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