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Why elderly parents had money woes after using $600k on their children

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Many parents here tend to overspend on their children and neglect saving for themselves

Many parents here tend to overspend on their children and neglect saving for themselves.

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SINGAPORE – Most parents want to do the best for their children, but a couple here are enduring retirement with money woes after splashing out around $600,000 on their children’s overseas education.

Their plight is a stark reminder that parents must make plans for themselves first before overindulging their offspring.

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