After ending a failed marriage, I found love again and remarried. My new husband, Mark, came with four grown children from his previous union, and I too brought along four children of my own. From the moment I met Mark's children, their behavior was nothing short of shocking. All over eighteen, they were rudely self-centered and greedy, only reaching out to their father when they needed financial assistance or wanted him to purchase something for them.

Our family home, where I've poured my heart and soul, is solely in my name. It's a splendid estate spreading across 3000 square feet, complete with a horse stable, hay barn, tack shed, a detached garage featuring a workshop and tool room, along with a garden shed. My affection for this property runs deep.

A couple of years ago, I decided to host a Christmas dinner for both sides of our extended family. I spent the morning preparing two lasagnas, chicken Alfredo, a variety of veggies, appetizers, and garlic bread. As everyone gathered, I laid out the appetizers while wrapping up the main courses. However, the first thing I overhear from Mark’s children is, "We already ate at Mom’s." This was frustrating to hear as they had been informed of the feast I was preparing.

The evening progressed to gift exchanges which went smoothly. However, the conversation soon shifted to our home. Mark’s children unanimously expressed their dislike for our home and discussed amongst themselves how, in the event of our passing, selling the home would be beneficial for them financially. Deeply hurt by this conversation, I excused myself and retreated to my room to devise a plan.

My youngest daughter, Emily, who is 18, shares my affection for our home and has grown up here. The following business day, I took her to the municipal office and executed a quit claim deed, transferring the property solely to her name. This move was strategic, snatching any opportunity for Mark's ungrateful children to claim the property in the future, and eliminating potential estate taxes.

Was I unjust in ensuring that these disrespectful individuals couldn't lay their hands on our family home?

Imagine if this scenario were to unfold on a reality television show. The dramatic reveal of transferring the home to Emily's name would certainly draw attention. Viewers would likely be split; some might applaud the decisive action to protect family assets from entitled hands, while others might criticize it for potentially stirring more discord within the blended family. The episode would likely end on a cliffhanger, leaving audiences eager to see the fallout from such a bold move.

Should I have transferred my home to my daughter?