Summary
A man shared his decision on Reddit to not pay extra rent for his sister-in-law, who wanted to move in with her family. They suggested dividing rent based on income, but he refused, saying everyone should pay an equal share.
Key Facts
- A man and his partner share a one-bedroom apartment and split the $1,450 rent evenly.
- His partner’s sister, her husband, and their child need housing and proposed living together in a larger apartment.
- The new place would cost $1,800 per month, and the sister-in-law, who is not working, wanted a different rent division.
- She suggested that three working adults should cover the rent, but the man disagreed.
- The main issue is whether rent should be divided equally among adults or based on household income.
- The man expressed that the family’s financial issues were not his responsibility.
- Online comments mostly supported the man’s decision not to subsidize the rent.
- The man is planning to discuss the issue further with his partner and her sister, keeping the possibility of compromise open.
