Marriage comes with its fair share of challenges and compromises, but what happens when your spouse's family becomes a source of conflict? One wife found herself in a sticky situation when her husband hinted at having his younger sister move in with them. The problem? The sister has a history of stealing, and the wife doesn't feel comfortable with her living in their home. Is she being too harsh, or is she simply protecting her space? Let's dive into the story. 😬

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This wife is caught in a tough situation as her husband hints at having his kleptomaniac sister move in with them. She's sympathetic to her sister-in-law's struggles but doesn't feel comfortable opening their home to her, fearing it would only create more problems. While she's willing to help in dire circumstances, she believes it's her in-laws' responsibility to provide a stable home for their daughter. Is she being too harsh, or is she simply protecting her space? Let's see what the internet thinks of this situation... 🤔
NTA for not letting untrustworthy SIL move in 😱

Kiwitechgirl | Kiwitechgirl
NTA. You both sacrificed for your own house. Be honest.

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Commenter is NTA for not letting sister-in-law move in 😱

milee30 | milee30
Sister-in-law not in danger, NTA for refusing to let her in 😊

Boss_R4ge | Boss_R4ge
NTA. Big bro needs to talk to parents about SIL.

lincmidd | lincmidd
Supportive comment with celebratory tone 🎉

WritPositWrit | WritPositWrit
👍 Not the a**hole for not wanting a potential thief.

You_just_never_know | You_just_never_know
Offer a safe space, but NTA for not wanting a thief.

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Klepto sister-in-law wants to move in? NTA for refusing 😱

ur_mom_cant_get_enuf | ur_mom_cant_get_enuf
Setting boundaries with klepto sister-in-law. NTA 👍

NorthCoastToast | NorthCoastToast
Commenter suggests sister-in-law needs help with family issues 🙏

Geeky-Chick | Geeky-Chick
NTA. No way you should take on klepto sister-in-law 😱

Maximum_System_7819 | Maximum_System_7819
Encouraging therapy for klepto sister-in-law, NTA but empathetic 🤝

Disastrous_Arugula_2 | Disastrous_Arugula_2
Don't risk your valuables, NTA. 🚫🔑

Please_no_autographs | Please_no_autographs
SIL's kleptomania is causing tension between couple. NAH judgement.

Pknuck88 | Pknuck88
Husband hurt by NTA response to sister-in-law's move-in request 😞

riley125 | riley125
Don't let a thief take over your home! NTA 🙌

TypicalManagement680 | TypicalManagement680
Protect your home and marriage, don't let klepto in-law in 😱

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Compassionate suggestion to help SIL despite not taking her in. 💜

mfruitfly | mfruitfly
Don't let a thief live with you 😱 NTA

sparrowhawk75 | sparrowhawk75
Don't let a klepto into your home! NTA 😱

The_Amazing_Username | The_Amazing_Username
Commenter supports wife's decision to not let sister-in-law move in 😊

Lordblight92 | Lordblight92
Protect your loot! NTA for not letting thief move in 👏

snarkravingmad | snarkravingmad
Compassionate reply suggests therapy for sister-in-law's kleptomania 👍

GC_Man | GC_Man
Set strong boundaries and don't let a klepto in-law in 😱

FurryChildren | FurryChildren
Curious about SIL's age? She's a teenage student.

Skull-Bearer | Skull-Bearer
Are the parents' marital problems related to the klepto sister-in-law? 🤔

Carolinamama2015 | Carolinamama2015
Sister-in-law wants to move in but she's a thief 🙅♀️

Splunkzop | Splunkzop
Commenter sympathizes with sister-in-law's behavior but agrees with wife's decision.

flax92 | flax92
NTA stands up to klepto sister-in-law. No room for thieves 🚨

nova9001 | nova9001
Protect your home from thieves 👮🏻♀️🚫

Kiwi_bri | Kiwi_bri
Sister-in-law banned from home for kleptomania 🚫

NJ2CAthrowaway | NJ2CAthrowaway
Commenter supports wife's decision to not house sister-in-law 😊

fibbi18 | fibbi18
Agreeing with the commenter's decision, NTA 👍

Gigafive | Gigafive
Former teenage klepto offers advice on showing sister-in-law support 👍

GFdesserts | GFdesserts
NTA - Sister-in-law's kleptomania poses a risk. Invest in security measures. 🚨

StormingBlitz91 | StormingBlitz91
Set boundaries with spouse to keep klepto sister-in-law out 🙌

rizuliz | rizuliz
Offering a stable home to SIL is not feasible. NTA 👍

Ladyughsalot1 | Ladyughsalot1
IL stands for In Laws, TIL!

nancee23 | nancee23
Husband's past inaction justifies wife's refusal to let SIL move in 🙅

AelinAGalathynius | AelinAGalathynius
Compassionate advice to help troubled teenager turn her life around 👍

aXeworthy | aXeworthy
Clear and concise judgement - NTA! 👍

Rhm85 | Rhm85
NTA, living with a remorseless thief is a no-go 😱

Flippn_Freddy | Flippn_Freddy
You're in the clear! Don't let her steal your peace 😊

saros19 | saros19
Commenter agrees with wife's decision, no drama here 😊

youm3ddlingkids | youm3ddlingkids
NTA for not wanting Little Miss Thievery to move in 🙌

moonlettuce13 | moonlettuce13
Trust issues with sister-in-law. NTA for refusing.

quaterlife_crisis | quaterlife_crisis
NTA advises checking SIL for kleptomania 🤔

searchfordankest | searchfordankest
Protect your home and belongings - NTA for setting boundaries 👏

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Feeling safe in your own home is important 🙌

sycarte | sycarte
Setting boundaries with klepto sister-in-law. Therapy recommended if accommodating.

Chrysdelight | Chrysdelight
A cautionary tale about involving family in marital decisions 😢

Dani2386 | Dani2386
NTA for refusing klepto SIL. Empathy for her, consequences exist.

Wildracheonappears | Wildracheonappears
Don't let her move in. Protect your relationship and sanity. 😱

TheDevilsAdvokaat | TheDevilsAdvokaat
Standing up to a klepto sister-in-law. NTA 💪

Narshalla | Narshalla
NTA. Don't let a proven thief move in with you 🙅

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Lost in translation? Commenter confused by IL abbreviation 😕

soepie7 | soepie7
No room for a**hole kleptos in this house 😡

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Husband's sister stole, wife says no to living together 😕

Maladict33 | Maladict33
Setting boundaries with a kleptomaniac SIL. NTA 💪

emotional-hedgehog | emotional-hedgehog
👍 Stand your ground against klepto sister-in-law

daisy_no | daisy_no
Security over sister-in-law, NTA takes no chances 🚨

pkkballer22 | pkkballer22
NTA! Don't let a klepto stress you out at home 🙌

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SIL's manipulative behavior and kleptomania could damage marriage and family 😱

Swedishpunsch | Swedishpunsch
Commenter thinks OP is not the a**hole. 👍

AnnaBanana3468 | AnnaBanana3468
Commenter supports wife's decision to not let sister-in-law move in

ahy27r | ahy27r
Sister-in-law not homeless, just doesn't like rules 😒

reptilesni | reptilesni
Husband's family drama affecting daughter, NTA for setting boundaries 🙏

ZoukDragneel | ZoukDragneel
NTA shuts down klepto sister-in-law with no mercy 😎

Spiral-knight | Spiral-knight
Protect your sanctuary! 🏠 NTA, install cameras 📹

SnowWhiteCampCat | SnowWhiteCampCat
Commenter believes wife is not the a**hole 😊

Talithathinks | Talithathinks
Sister-in-law stole and didn't apologize. NTA for refusing.

JWJulie | JWJulie
Suggests installing cameras to catch klepto sister-in-law. 📹

evam1985 | evam1985
Setting boundaries with a kleptomaniac sister-in-law 🚫

secretlyacunt | secretlyacunt
NTA. Confrontation and consequences may help klepto sister-in-law understand.

BowTrek | BowTrek
Setting boundaries with family is important for a healthy marriage 👍

kilabot123 | kilabot123
Commenter agrees with wife's decision not to enable sister-in-law 😊

mkr3611 | mkr3611
Stand your ground! Don't let a klepto move in! 🙌

EnvironmentalSafe9 | EnvironmentalSafe9
Compromise and set conditions for sister-in-law to stay? 🤔

Geofery-the-Pig | Geofery-the-Pig
Commenter agrees with the wife's decision not to enable sister-in-law 👍

jessikatnip7 | jessikatnip7
Avoiding teen drama and marital problems with sister-in-law 🤔

starkistuna | starkistuna
Compassionate response to SIL's behavior. 🤔

Surfer_wave_dolphin | Surfer_wave_dolphin
Commenter supports wife's decision to not let sister-in-law move in.

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