When it comes to dividing up a parent's estate, the old saying "blood is thicker than water" can quickly turn into "money is thicker than blood." Suddenly, siblings who were once close are at each other's throats, fighting over who gets the family home, the vintage car, or Grandma's china set.
But why do kids fight in an estate? Here are a few possible reasons:
The "I'm the favorite" factor: Let's be honest, every sibling thinks they were the favorite child. And when it comes to dividing up an estate, they want to prove it by getting the lion's share of the inheritance.
The "I need it more" factor: One sibling may argue that they need a particular asset more than the others, whether it's to pay off debt or to support a family. But let's face it, when it comes to inheritance, everyone always thinks they need it more.
The "I deserve it" factor: Some siblings may feel entitled to a larger share of the inheritance because they took care of the parent in their final years, or because they made more sacrifices for the family. But let's be real, when it comes to inheritance, no one ever thinks they deserve less.
The "I want it" factor: Sometimes, siblings just plain old want something that someone else has, whether it's a sentimental item or a valuable asset. And when it comes to dividing up an estate, they'll do whatever it takes to get it.
In the end, all the fighting and bickering over an estate may not be worth it. After all, as the saying goes, "you can't take it with you." So let's all just try to get along and divide the assets as fairly as possible, shall we? After all, there's no point in turning into the real life version of the movie “Greedy”.
