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How Does Culture Affect Parenting Style?

Culture affects parenting styles through the emphasis placed on honor, the community’s norms and beliefs, socially accepted methods of discipline, the community’s role in childrearing, the roles of mothers vs. fathers, and the roles of sons vs. daughters; each of these factors may/will vary across cultures.

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Can My Father Sell His Property Without My Consent?

Property laws in the US specify that your father can sell his property without your consent if he is the sole property owner; unless you have a power of attorney over his affairs. There is no law regarding ancestral homes or inheritance that will allow you any influence over his decision to sell.

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Can a Father Sell His Property to His Son? [ANSWERED]

A father may sell his property to his son. If he sells it at a discount that exceeds $16,000 off of the value, the IRS considers that portion to be a gift, and he (the son) must report it. The IRS will deduct the difference between the selling price and fair market value from the son’s lifetime tax exemption of $12.06 million.

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Father Wants Nothing to Do With Unborn Baby [HELPFUL TIPS]

A father who wants nothing to do with their unborn baby should step up and become involved when the child is born. If the father refuses to be a part of the child’s life after birth, the mother can take legal actions for him to help out with child expenses, but nothing can be done to force an emotional or physical bond.

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Feeling Trapped by Fatherhood [HELPFUL TIPS]

Some fathers feel trapped by fatherhood. Multiple factors can lead to this feeling, including; loss of freedom, the endless responsibility of raising a child, parental burnout, and depression. Seeking support and certain lifestyle changes can alleviate this feeling.

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Can I Change My Last Name to My Stepfather’s?

You can change your last name to your stepfather’s. You will not need your parents’ approval if you are 18 years old or above. You can also change your last name to your stepfather’s if he adopts you, under the age of 18. However, your biological father must relinquish his parental rights if you are a minor.

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