When adult kids need money from their parents
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When adult kids need money from their parents

B2Upper-intermediateOctober 11, 202652 min

A recent RBC poll found that nearly 1 in 3 parents with adult children aged 18-40 are still helping them out with their bills. And a growing number of young adults are still living at home with their parents because of the housing market. We hear from a personal finance expert, and a family therapist on how to navigate these issues among families. Plus, Canadians share their stories of giving and getting financial support rom their parents, and the tensions that come along with it.

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More and more young adults are living at home with their parents and they're staying for longer. For many, the cost of living does not leave them much choice. I'm Saroja Quelo in Toronto.

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