Janelle Expresses Concerns About Kody’s Financial Management of Family Resources
During a candid discussion about the family’s ongoing challenges in settling the debts related to Coyote Pass, Janelle voiced her frustrations regarding Kody’s approach to managing their family finances. She pointed out that while Kody often spoke of having “all these other debts,” she had observed him acquiring new assets, including trailers and home décor. Janelle remarked, “I see all the art on their walls,” referring to the lavishness at Robyn and Kody’s residence. She added, “That’s fine; I have money and I’ve spent it on things, too,” highlighting her own choices in expenditures. In contrast, Kody mentioned that a significant portion of his finances was directed toward purchasing vehicles—”Basically had a fleet”—and securing insurance for their children, indicating a different perspective on spending priorities.
While Janelle admitted her uncertainty regarding how Kody and Robyn managed their financial affairs, she expressed surprise at the apparent affluence displayed in Robyn’s backyard. “I used to always be surprised at how nice her backyard was. It was completely finished,” Janelle observed, noting the abundance of items at Robyn’s house. This observation led her to reflect, “And I was like, ‘Wow. Huh,'” indicating her growing awareness of their financial discrepancies.
Ultimately, Janelle conveyed a sense of neglect, saying, “He doesn’t prioritize what I need or what I want.” Over time, this realization took a toll on her, especially as her adult children expressed their dissatisfaction. “I think after a while, I began to see it, and my kids were getting very angry about it, like my adult children. Like, ‘What the hell, Mom?'” This emotional turmoil underscored the strain within the family dynamics, raising questions about their shared values and priorities.
In contrast, Robyn shared her perspective on financial management, reflecting on her journey after her first marriage ended. “I used to be not so great with money,” she admitted during the episode aired on Sept. 22. “When I was young, I had hard knocks, and then I learned during my divorce really how to budget myself very, very well.” Robyn emphasized that her financial choices were shaped by her experiences and suggested that her sister wives had different spending priorities. “You just must have had a different priority of where your money was going to go than I did, that’s all,” she explained, highlighting the diverse perspectives on financial responsibility within their family structure.
