There had been one more account—an old business account her brother had asked her to “temporarily sponsor” months earlier. Claire had barely paid attention at the time, assuming it was innocent paperwork.
But when she logged in with help from her friend Reagan, she discovered something surprising: the account listed her as the primary owner, and it held a substantial balance.
With guidance, Claire moved the funds into a secure account in her name and notified all necessary parties that she would no longer be involved in any plans. She did so professionally, clearly, and without accusation.
She chose transparency. She chose boundaries. She chose to step away from a situation that had never been healthy for her.
When the Past Shows Up at Your Door
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