Blood Relations Aren't Immune to Greed: When Family Becomes Foe
Blood Relations Aren't Immune to Greed: When Family Becomes Foe There is a common saying that "blood is thicker than water." It implies that family ties are unbreakable, that the bond of shared genetics is powerful enough to withstand any storm. But if you have ever witnessed a family fight over an inheritance or a piece of land, you know that this saying is often a comforting myth. The truth is, blood relations are not immune to greed. In fact, when money enters the equation, the people who knew you in the crib can sometimes become the people who try to take the shirt off your back. Property disputes remain one of the fastest ways to turn a family reunion into a courtroom drama. The Proximity of Entitlement Why does greed seem to burn so much brighter among family members than among strangers? The answer lies in entitlement. A stranger might look at your success and feel envy, but they rarely feel entitled to what you have. A family member, however, often operates under ...