AITA for not allowing my niece to use “promised” money from my grandma’s estate to go to college? My family is derisively calling me “Scott’s Tots” in order to get me to bend and give in, and it’s sort of working.

A 26-year-old is the executor of their late grandmother’s estate, which includes strict stipulations: any beneficiary not yet through college must spend their share on education, maintaining a 3.5 GPA to access the funds. Otherwise, the money stays in trust until they turn 27. When their niece (18) requested her share to attend the University of Arizona despite having a 1.2 GPA,

the executor refused, offering the money if she improved her grades. This caused family drama, with relatives accusing the executor of being like “Scott’s Tots” from The Office—a painful reference to broken educational promises. Despite having the power to bend the rules, the executor is torn between honoring the will and caving to family pressure.

‘ AITA for not allowing my niece to use “promised” money from my grandma’s estate to go to college? My family is derisively calling me “Scott’s Tots” in order to get me to bend and give in, and it’s sort of working.’

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Is the executor right to strictly enforce their grandmother’s wishes, or should they show flexibility for family harmony? Does the niece deserve a break, or is accountability for her grades important? How do you handle family conflicts over money, especially when legal and emotional responsibilities clash? Share your thoughts below!