Support for grown children:
3 things to know
Still Helping Your Grown Kids Financially? You’re Not Alone—But Make It a Plan, Not a Reflex.
Supporting adult children—covering a phone bill, sending the occasional Venmo, or even helping with bigger expenses—has become the new normal. According to Pew Research, nearly 60% of parents with kids aged 18–34 offered financial assistance in 2024, reflecting how the climb to independence is steeper than ever. (Just check those housing and healthcare costs!)
But as common as it is, ongoing support is a real line item on your budget—and your retirement plan. Without clear boundaries and open communication, even well-meaning generosity can put your own financial independence at risk.
If you want practical strategies for helping without hurting your own future, honest talk about boundaries, and ways to have better money conversations, I’ve written “Financially Supporting Your Grown Children: 3 Things to Know”—a concise, actionable guide for today’s reality.
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Because building a legacy should mean supporting your kids—without sacrificing your own security or peace of mind.