Dear Moneybags Magoo,

My parents are coming to visit, and I’m finally at the age where I actually bring in a paycheck. They’ve always paid for me, but now that I’m making money, should I pay when we go out? How do I handle that transition?

Yours truly,

Flying-outta-the-nest-with-dolla-dolla-billz-y’all

Dear Flying-outta-the-nest-with-dolla-dolla-billz-y’all,

What a considerate question-asker you are Never expect them to, but always be thankful if they do. If you have the means, buy for them every once in a while. If a dinner tab is too hefty, try taking the family out to ice cream or have them over for dinner at your place.

Dear Moneybags Magoo,

What money topics are off-limits or rude to talk about with friends or family? What if I need money advice?

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Warmest Regards,

Not Emily Post

Dear Not Emily Post,

Well, you sure know how to ask tricky questions It really does depend on your relationship with a person. For things like rent and house prices,



it’s a little easier to talk about, because that information is generally public (hello Zillow). However, it can often come across as rude and invasive to ask questions about salary, car cost, any inheritance questions, and how much a person makes. For the most culturally acceptable manners, in general don’t ask money questions of someone unless the other person brings it up (Moneybags Magoo excluded, of course: learning purposes, you know?).

However, if you are just finding your way into personal finance, do find someone you trust deeply and someone who is positive with money to aid you in your decisions (I talk to my wise old tortoise father. He always knows and it is so helpful to get his perspective). Don’t necessarily ask pointed questions about their money, but inform them as much as you feel comfortable to get their wise sage advice.

Dear Moneybags Magoo,

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