Janelle Raises Concerns About Kody’s Financial Management
Expressing her frustrations regarding the family’s ongoing struggle to settle debts related to Coyote Pass, Janelle highlighted how Kody has frequently mentioned having “all these other debts” piling up. Despite these claims, she observed him acquiring various assets, including trailers and decorative items for their home. “I notice all the art on their walls,” she remarked, referring to the possessions in Robyn and Kody’s residence. “I see all these things. And that’s fine; I have money, and I’ve spent it on things, too.” In contrast, Kody defended his spending by stating that much of his cash flow was consumed by purchasing vehicles—”Basically had a fleet”—and covering insurance for the children.
While Janelle admitted uncertainty about the financial management strategies employed by Kody and Robyn, she remarked, “I used to always be surprised at how beautifully landscaped her backyard was. It was completely finished. There was always an abundance of items at her house, and I thought, ‘Wow. Huh.'” This observation underscores her growing concerns about their financial priorities.
Ultimately, she concluded, “He doesn’t prioritize what I need or what I want.” This financial disparity became increasingly burdensome for her over time. “After a while, I began to notice it, and my kids were getting very angry about it, especially my adult children. They would say, ‘What the hell, Mom?'” This indicates a significant strain on family dynamics resulting from financial mismanagement.
On the other hand, Robyn offered a different perspective, stating that she exercises caution with her budget after experiencing financial difficulties in her first marriage.
“I used to struggle with managing money effectively,” she shared in the episode aired on September 22. “During my youth, I faced many challenges, but I learned how to budget myself very, very well during my divorce.” Addressing her fellow sister wives, she added, “It seems your priorities regarding financial allocation just differed from mine, and that’s all.” This statement reflects the varying financial philosophies within the family.
