January 22, 2026

My Husband Refuses To Work And Still Lives Off His Parents

2 hours 18 minutes

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Rachel Cruze and Dr. John Delony answer your questions and discuss:

"My husband refuses to get a job, I'm worried he is going to ruin us financially"

"I'm $350,000 in debt, should I file for bankruptcy?"

"Should I finish Baby Step 2 before buying my home?"

"Am I wrong to ask my daughter to pay rent and contribute to grocery costs?"

"Should we sell our double-wide?"

"We don't have anything saved for retirement, where do we start?"

"My boyfriend has $60,000 of debt and keeps spending money on non-essentials. Should I break up with him?"

"Our contractor keeps missing deadlines for our home addition. Should we fire him?"

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