Mom And Daughter Gang Up On Man For Demanding His Daughter Pay For Her Own Auto Repair

When kids learn to manage their own money and make smart financial decisions, they're more likely to develop good habits and become independent adults. Some parents might view paying for certain expenses as a way to show love and support, while others see it as a way to create dependency.

Kids who earn their own money and make financial decisions tend to appreciate the value of hard work and money management. By giving children opportunities to take ownership of their financial decisions, parents can help them develop essential life skills.

This approach can also foster a sense of responsibility and self-reliance, which can benefit them in the long run. On the other hand, disagreements can arise when parents want their kids to take ownership of their actions, but the kids expect their parents to bail them out.

OP is facing a similar dilemma. OP is a thoughtful father that wants the best for his dadaughterand he saved up to get her the latest brand new Toyota RAV4 XLE top of the line.

OP's daughter has a good habit of working hard and earning a decent income. However, there's a specific situation that's causing tension between OP and his daughter - it has to do with the car.

It seems that OP's daughter has developed a driving habit that would cost money. OP is expecting his daughter to take care of the responsibility but it seems to be working against him.

And here, we have the headline...

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OP used some money that he had saved to pay for his daughter's education and bought her a car

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On average, between waitressing and teaching, OP's daughter makes $800 a week

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OP's problem is his wife and his daughter are teaming up on him

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OP has offered the following explanation for why they think they might be the AH

The action I took is that I will not pay to fix my daughter‘s car. This action might make me an AH because I can afford to pay it. And she is a college student.

As usual, the comments rolled in and we've gathered some of them for you to check out below

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OP's daughter needs to learn the consequences of her actions

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This Redditor seems to have a good knowledge about cars

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This Redditor is suggesting the OP tries a compromise

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Losing break pads doesn't happen if you keep up with car maintenance

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This Redditor advices the OP to find a good mechanic and use the parts instead

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She needs to fix her driving problem

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The OP can't continue to be a blank cheque book

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OP's decision to make his daughter pay for the repairs might affect their relationship. On one hand, it could teach her a valuable lesson about taking care of her belongings and being responsible for her actions.

On the other hand, it might lead to resentment and feelings of unfairness, but this same OP did contribute significantly to her education and bought her a new car. For OP's daughter to earn 800$ a week shows she's capable of repairing the $400 cost of the broken damage.

But since OP's wife is with the daughter on this, then it's an entirely different ball game. Leave your thoughts about this story below and share as well.