Janelle Questions Kody’s Financial Decisions Amid Family Struggles
Janelle Brown has openly criticized how her husband Kody handles the family finances, particularly regarding the unpaid debts associated with their Coyote Pass property. Expressing her frustration, she highlighted Kody’s claims of having “all these other debts,” which seem contradictory to his recent acquisitions of other assets, such as trailers and home décor.
“I see all the art on their walls,” Janelle said, referencing the lavish elements in Robyn and Kody’s home. “I see all these things. And that’s fine; I have money and I’ve spent it on things, too.” Kody defended himself by attributing his expenditures to buying cars—identifying that he had “basically had a fleet”—and covering insurance for the children.
Further expressing her concerns, Janelle remarked on the well-maintained state of Robyn’s backyard, which left her perplexed. “I used to always be surprised at how nice her backyard was. It was completely finished. And there was always, like, stuff at her house. And I was like, ‘Wow. Huh.'” She weighed in on the lack of prioritization of her needs, stating, “He doesn’t prioritize what I need or what I want.” This growing frustration culminated in her adult children expressing anger over the situation, pressing Janelle with remarks like, “What the hell, Mom?”
In contrast, Robyn offered her perspective on financial management, sharing insights from her past. “I used to be not so great with money,” she recounted during the September 22 episode. “When I was young, I had hard knocks, and then I learned during my divorce really how to budget myself very, very well.” Robyn emphasized differences in financial priorities among the sister wives, suggesting, “You just must have had a different priority of where your money was going to go than I did, that’s all.”
Discussion with Experts
To deepen our understanding of family financial dynamics, we invited several experts to share their insights:
- Dr. Sarah H. Financial: A family psychologist specializing in financial disagreements.
- Mark T. BudgetWise: A financial advisor with years of experience in family budgeting.
- Lisa N. Family Dynamics: An expert in family relationships and conflict resolution.
Dr. Financial noted, “It’s common for family members to have differing priorities when it comes to spending and saving money. Clear communication is crucial for resolving these disputes.” Mark T. added, “Budgeting together could really help families align their financial goals.” Lisa N. emphasized, “Navigating finances can be tricky, especially in blended families; understanding each other’s backgrounds can foster empathy.”