We all have friends who need a helping hand from time to time, but what happens when the timing isn't right? Meet 'Bill' and his childhood friend, who are now both 30. While our protagonist has built a successful life away from their hometown, Bill is struggling, stuck in a dead-end job and living with his parents. Years ago, the protagonist offered Bill a place to stay rent-free, but he declined. Now, with the possibility of a new home on the horizon, Bill wants in on that spare room. But is it too late? 😬
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Heartbreaking Decision or Necessary Boundaries? 💔
Our protagonist is torn between helping a struggling friend and maintaining their own boundaries. They feel guilty for not offering the spare room, but life has changed since the initial offer years ago. With a girlfriend, a goddaughter, and a desire for privacy, is it fair to deny Bill the opportunity to turn his life around? Let's see what the internet thinks of this emotionally charged situation... 🍿
Friend relies on OP too much, but OP still cares. 😢
SSH16 | SSH16
Commenter urges OP to be a better human and help friend 🙏
brecollier | brecollier
Don't let Bill's immaturity become your problem. NTA 😊
JeepersCreepers74 | JeepersCreepers74
Old offer, expired kindness. NAH, but room denied.
SCKR | SCKR
Setting boundaries is important. NTA for enforcing them. 👍
moburkes | moburkes
Age and life changes can alter past agreements. NTA.
dsteere2303 | dsteere2303
NAH suggests finding alternative living arrangements for struggling friend.
PM_popcorn_toppings | PM_popcorn_toppings
Friend's entitled reaction justifies NTA's decision. 😒
zwergschnauzer | zwergschnauzer
Offered a couch, not an open-door policy. Reshaping life without charity.
thefrozenfoodsection | thefrozenfoodsection
Friend in need or toxic mooch? NTA stands firm. 😱
PuffyPinkCow1 | PuffyPinkCow1
Friendship tested: NAH for wanting space, but be an amazing friend.
tnharwal55 | tnharwal55
When offering a spare room, be prepared for long-term guests 😕
Squinky75 | Squinky75
Offering a spare room was a temporary solution. NAH.
thatonepersoniam | thatonepersoniam
Take action and respect boundaries. NTA in this scenario. 👍
ecmcgee1997 | ecmcgee1997
Don't owe anyone a place to stay. NTA reigns!
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Saying no is okay, and it's how someone handles it.
Mollzor | Mollzor
Keeping your spare room is reasonable 😊
girlgirlgir7 | girlgirlgir7
Living with a buddy while having an SO: NTA or AH? 🤔
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Can offering assistance be a better alternative to outright refusal? 🤔
PerkyLurkey | PerkyLurkey
Encouraging response to friend's denied spare room. 👍
SnooMemesjellies7547 | SnooMemesjellies7547
When a couch surfer expects a permanent room. 🤔
dcoleski | dcoleski
30-year-old still living with family, NTA for denying room. 😱
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Friend can't see past his own situation, NTA for declining. 🙏
Lady_Purrsia | Lady_Purrsia
Friend denied spare room, justified or heartless? NTA explains.
Half_Man1 | Half_Man1
Offer expired, NTA. 👍
ninjaguy7 | ninjaguy7
Friend wants a free ride, but NTA won't be his ticket! 🙌
Witchynana | Witchynana
Offered couch for months, friend still living with parents. NTA.
ashburd | ashburd
Growing apart: Friend's denial of spare room is justified 😍
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Old deal, no appeal. NTA for not giving spare room.
NoApollonia | NoApollonia
Changing circumstances justify denying spare room. #NotTheA**hole
d1scworld | d1scworld
No spare room, no problem. NTA for setting boundaries. 👍
HermineLovesMilo | HermineLovesMilo
Offering a helping hand to a struggling friend 🙏
mcgar1 | mcgar1
NTA. Friend declined spare room offer years ago. Moved on.
calyxium | calyxium
Don't let him stay unless you want a long-term guest 🤷
CJsopinion | CJsopinion
Setting boundaries and standing up for yourself. 💪
mythicalkitten | mythicalkitten
NTA. Friend declined offers to improve his situation. Keep spare room.
boudicadabitch | boudicadabitch
Having a girlfriend changes everything, NTA. Life lesson learned 👍
InYourBabyLife | InYourBabyLife