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Counting On ‘s Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar have been silent for quite some time. Though they’re often spotted in family gatherings posted by their children. The Duggar parents are still supporting a handful of kids as well. However, reports claim that they’re now struggling financially. An insider also revealed that the 57-year-old father is starting to come up with tough decisions to financially recover.
Counting On: Jim Bob & Michelle Duggar Dropped Big Money For Josh
According to reports, Jim Bob and Michelle spent a lot of money on their son, Josh, during his trials. They were also helping Anna and her kids at the same time. An insider also claimed that they spent over $3.5 million. The father of 19 has yet to share updates about his daughter-in-law. Though there have been sightings of her at the Duggar compound. Anna was reportedly considering moving to Texas. But sources claimed that the convicted Duggar thinks it’s an unnecessary move.
Jim Bob Starting To Offload Properties?
An insider close to the Duggar family claimed that Jim Bob’s financial struggles are getting worse, which is why he decided to offload some of his properties. According to the source, the Counting On alum has sold multiple lands over the past two years, including five acres of land worth $46,000. The insider also claimed that the reality TV personality sold some of his cars, including a 2006 Dodge RM 3500 and a 1979 trailer. However, the claimant said it still wasn’t enough. Due to this, the Duggar parents began to trim their groceries and teach the kids to prefer hand-me-down clothes.
Counting On: Will TLC Bring The Duggars Back?
TLC has yet to share if they’re planning to bring back the Duggars to the small screen. The recent documentary about the family and church they follow received mixed reactions online. Due to this, some fans think their complicated situation will make it harder for them to return. But despite the criticism, some of the Duggar kids are still trying their best to stay positive online. One of them is James Duggar, who’s been sharing vlogs with his siblings.
Jim Bob and Michelle have been focusing on their new grandkids as well. At one point, the Duggar parents came over to Joy-Anna Forsyth’s hospital to welcome their latest grandson, Gunner James.
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