My parents passed away last year . They had given me a gift check for over $10,000.00. Am I legally obligated to share this?

Anonymous Mar 29, 2014 1 views 2 answers

There is already friction and anger amongst all of us because the others did not receive a gift check before my parents passed away.

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Charles Mcclenaghan

Charles Mcclenaghan · Jun 15, 2026

If the situation is as you stated and the money your parents gave you is a gift of $10,000 with no expectation of repayment, the gift is yours and you do not have an obligation to share with anyone else.

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Drew Early

Drew Early · Jun 15, 2026

If it was truly a gift, you have no obligation to "share".

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