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Okay, I just got the HTC Evo, 2 weeks ago. I want to get the iPhone 4S in March of next year when I will have my Evo for about 6 and a half months, just in time for my trip across the world. It's only going to be about $100 because my contract would be up and since it would be up, I would get a discount. So, I told my mom that I would like to get the iPhone in March and she freaked out calling me spoiled, I just got a new phone, I don't need another. I am talking six months away AND I will pay for the iPhone with my own money! This is what grinds my gears, my brother smokes weed, he buys it all the time thus leading him to be broke constantly. She is okay with him using his money for illegal drugs and I can't buy myself a new phone with MY money? What is her deal? My dad agrees with her and they both said they aren't letting me get it. Why are they being so ignorant to me? I don't get it! Also, how can I talk them into letting me get the phone without them freaking out again? I love my Evo, it's a great phone, honestly. The only thing that makes me hate it is the battery, it lasts 4 hours and when I go across the world on my trip, I want to be able to take pictures and send them to the friends that I am there with and play games and find local restaurants on the internet without worrying about losing battery every time I click my phone on like I do with my Evo. Please help ): (link)
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Did they buy you the HTC evo? If so, that's why they're upset. It's rude to tell them you're going to get a new phone if they've just bought you one. It's pretty much like a slap in the face to them because you sound ungrateful for the gift they've just given you. In this circumstance, I would advise an apology.
But, if you bought the phone with you're own money and now you're thinking of buying another phone, then I don't know what their problem is. They might just be being parents and trying to look out for you by helping you save money. I'm pretty independent but my mum still gets frustrated at me for buying things I don't need because she knows I could save that money and use it for something better.
If you want your parents to back off a little, I would suggest opening a savings account. These are usually cheap or free, but go to your bank and ask them about it. Bring one of your parents with you and promise to put a small amount every week or every month, whenever you can, into it. This shows them that you're independent and mature about your finances, and they'll be more trusting and understanding of future investments/purchases.
It doesn't seem fair that they're getting on your case about money and not your brothers, but it's difficult to deal with someone who buys drugs. Of course they can't stop him from buying weed and most parents don't know what to do about drug addictions so they tend to avoid it. They just care about you and want what's best for you.
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