But, is losing a significant relationship worth a financially abundant future?

This sum is just a portion of a much larger estate."

Which sounds like total bullshit by the way."

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She sees this inheritance as not just unearned but morally tainted."

Either I refuse the entire inheritance or I’m acting against her wishes.

“We are best friends, and this is really hurting me.

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“Come on, you really don’t see through her self serving bs?”

“Auntie left her nothing because she was rude and judgmental towards her.”

As a mom, if my kid came into $700k, I’d be stoked.

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They could have a better start at life than I did.

My best friend would also be stoked if I came into $700k.

Her reaction is pretty telling.”

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Your aunt gave it toYOU.

If your aunt wanted your mother to have an inheritance, she would have given her one."

“Do not let your mother guilt you over this.

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Accept the gift from your aunt, and invest it inyou for your future.

Get professional advice and be conservative because it won’t go as far as you think.

Don’t fritter it away buying gifts or trips for family because you feel guilty.