Why would my newer boyfriend joke about me being his sugar momma?

[Anonymous]

I do well in my career but he does too. He treats me like well and I’ve met his friends and family. We have been together for 5 months now. Why does he joke about me being his sugar momma? Should I be concerned?

[Anonymous]

I had a man do that at one point, thought it was a joke then 8 months into the relationship he’s asking for favors and help with this or that. He had a great job so it was like huh? Not saying that’ll happen to you but based off my experience I can’t say it’s not red flaggy.

[Billlewis]

It sounds like he's hoping you'll provide for him financially, which is traditionally a male role.

[Asker]

I mean I would provide my portion for a future life together but I’d expect him to pay his half too.

[Billlewis]

I guess im old fashioned, because I prefer to pay for essentially everything, to the extent im able to, at least. I don't want her paying for anything whatsoever, unless it's something for her.

[boggboss]

Why does it have to mean anything past a joke?

[RHK36]

How old is he?

[Asker]

33 and I’m 35

[RHK36]

Sounds like it's probably a joke, just keep an eye on that. Some shit I would say especially if she was getting annoyed lol. Annoying loved ones is one of my love languages lol