Should You Cut Them Off? The Real Cost of Funding a Degree You Don't Believe In

Your kid is fixated on one college major: do you support them, or do you control them with money? In this episode of Empty Nest Era, we tackle one of the trickiest situations empty nest parents face — your adult child picks a college major you're worried about, and you're the one footing the tuition bill.

We dig into the real difference between setting financial boundaries and using money as leverage, why threatening to pull funding over a major often backfires, and the most common mistakes parents make in these conversations. We also share some personal stories, including how two very different majors turned out far better than expected, plus a stat that might change how you think about the whole "useless major" worry: a large share of college grads end up working in fields completely unrelated to what they studied, and many build great careers anyway.

If you're navigating tuition, majors, and money with your adult child, this episode will help you protect both your finances and your relationship.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. I suggest you seek out the help of a trained professional for help with your specific situation if needed.