Parent Guilt...when it comes to finances

TatinG
Wed, 09 Mar 2011 16:27:03 +0000

I have a different view on the repair. To me, it depends on what kind of repair is needed.

If it’s a mechanical repair that is needed to make the car safe or to make sure it doesn’t break down with your daughter in it on a unsafe street or out of the way place AND if you think that she might delay in getting this repair done due to not wanting to spend the money, I’d definitely give it to her and say that she can pay you back later.

If, on the other hand, it’s a cosmetic repair, such as a dent or a paint job, then no. She could spend her own money.