Wife Seeks Raffy Tulfo’s Help, Says Ex-Husband’s P20k Monthly Support Is Not Enough
A wife approached Raffy Tulfo in Action because she said the P20,000 monthly support provided by her ex-husband was insufficient.
The case involved a legally married couple who are no longer living together and are now facing disagreements over financial support for their two children.
According to the mother, identified as Maria, the monthly support she receives from her ex-husband is not enough to cover the needs of their children. She explained that their eldest child is studying in a private school, while their younger child requires regular medical checkups and other daily expenses.
Maria argued that child support should take into account the financial capacity of both parents. She shared that she only earns a minimum wage and is the one taking care of the children on a daily basis.
The woman believes the parent with the higher income should shoulder a larger portion of the expenses.
During the episode, the former partners also exchanged statements regarding their relationship and responsibilities as parents. Their conversation emphasized the ongoing tension between them, not only about finances but also about personal issues that led after their separation.
The father, identified as John, reportedly provides between P20,000 and P25,000 each month. Aside from the monthly allowance, he was also said to be helping with certain school-related expenses and groceries when needed.
Despite this, Maria maintained that the amount was still insufficient and expressed a desire for the monthly support to be increased to around P30,000. This sparked discussions among viewers about how child support should be determined and what factors should be considered when calculating a fair amount.
Many netizens shared their own experiences, with some saying the current support was already substantial, while others pointed out that raising children has become increasingly expensive due to education, healthcare, food, and other necessities.
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