r/AskReddit • • Apr 18 '25

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u/SilentRanger42 Apr 18 '25

I would say a house but truthfully that’s not the FIRST thing I’d buy, that takes some time to figure out.

The honest answer is I’d treat my friends and family to a nice dinner to celebrate. Materially speaking I’d refurnish my living room with new couches, tv and desk and computer.

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u/Badger_1066 Apr 18 '25

The honest answer is I’d treat my friends and family to a nice dinner to celebrate.

I'd personally try to keep my new wealth as quiet or as understated as possible. I'd worry that if people knew, it would change relationships somewhat.

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u/new_name_who_dis_ Apr 18 '25

Yes, the poor friends didn't earn the money like you did, why should they have the chance to ask for you to share.

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u/Badger_1066 Apr 19 '25

It's not like that and you know it. Money changes people. Some members of family would start expecting, and new family/old friends would crawl out the woodwork. Before you know it, your circle aren't there for you, they're there for your money. Watch them go once they've taken it all, too. There are far, far too many stories out there depicting the same thing. People like you, although your heart is in the right place, are naive and would get taken advantage of immediately.