Can you ask for gifts back?

When someone gives another person a gift, the gift becomes the personal property of the recipient. If the recipient wants to give the gift away or donate it to charity, the law says that this is just fine. The only time someone can ask for a gift back is if the gift was given in exchange for a promise.

How do you respond to a bad Christmas gift?

Things you can say or do when you get a terrible gift:

1. A simple, “Thank you,” or if you’re feeling a little extra kind, you might say something like, “Oh, wow!
2. “What an interesting gift.

Why do people complain about expensive gifts?

A lot of people complain about receiving expensive gifts because they think that’s too much and makes them feel in debt with someone. That’s a natural reaction, especially if you’re on a tight budget and don’t feel comfortable with exchanging gifts in a particular price range.

Is it okay to say no to expensive gifts?

If you feel good about it, you’re in good terms with a person, and things are clear between you two, there’s no reason you should refuse it. It’s okay to say no to expensive gifts too. You don’t have to take something you don’t want to have or take any obligation to yourself. Always be honest with the gift giver.

Do wealthy people buy expensive gifts?

Wealthy people don’t think too much about the gift price. They just give whatever they find suitable for the occasion. It can happen, though, that someone buys an expensive gift to wow you. Some people tend to gather up money throughout the entire year to buy one special (and pricey) gift.

How do you respond when someone says you appreciate the gift?

“Respond in the same spirit that the gift was given,” Gottsman said. “Smile, make direct eye contact, show genuine appreciation and say, ‘You are so thoughtful. Thanks for thinking of me.’ Decide later if you would like to give them a gift in kind, but there’s no obligation.”