I, at 34, live passively after inheriting 3 rental properties

My parents moved to Dong Nai Province, which neighbors HCMC, to establish their career over 30 years ago. Their assets include a three-story house where we live, a rental house, and two boarding houses with a total of 25 rooms.

I am 34 years old and married with two daughters. I have a university degree but currently manage the two boarding houses I inherited. Since I am an only child, all the other properties will eventually be entrusted to me. Financially, my family earns about VND90 million (US$3,580) per month from rent alone.

Looking at my situation, people will likely think I am quite fortunate. However, I have my own struggles. When I graduated from university and got a low-income job, my parents forced me to quit and manage the rental properties so they could focus on their other businesses.

Managing only involves collecting rent and calling repairmen when there are issues like broken electrical outlets or leaking pipes. At that time, partly due to my laziness and reliance, I gradually accepted this passive lifestyle. I spent all my time playing games like I was a high school student.

After some time, I overcame my gaming addiction, decided to find a job again, and got married. When my wife gave birth to our first child, I left my job to stay home and take care of the baby so my wife could go to work.

Some old high school friends say that I was born with a silver spoon in my mouth and that I do not have to do anything but still get by. Although it might sound like a compliment, I feel like their comments were mixed with insults. I did not dare to attend class reunions because years of staying home made me feel isolated and inferior to my friends, who had become successful.

Sometimes, I crave the experience of going to an office every morning, chatting with colleagues in the afternoon, and occasionally receiving praise or criticism from a boss. But having stayed home for over a decade, I have no boss or colleagues.

I often feel frustrated for being so dependent and complacent. If I had stayed at my old jobs, I might not feel as unaccomplished. Whenever I hang out with friends, I now avoid sharing my problems because I know I will quickly be brushed off due to my family’s wealth.

I share my story to show that not everyone who inherits a fortune lives happily. Although financial worries are absent, personal issues and dissatisfaction can still plague you. Inheritance is not always a meaningful gift to children.

What are your thoughts on this situation?

Reader PM

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