We all dream of owning our first home, don’t we? But what happens when this dream becomes a test of friendship? Meet our 23-year-old first-time homeowner who’s been working hard to turn his new house into a cozy haven. But when his friend Bobby decides he wants to move in, things take a dramatic turn. Let’s dive into this emotional rollercoaster ride.
The Home Sweet Home
Enter Bobby, the Friend ♂️
The Offer Extended
The Plan Unveiled
The Unsettling Revelation
The Tough Love
The Defensive Response
The Final Verdict ️
The Aftermath ️
The Homeowner’s Dilemma: Friendship or Responsibility?
Our homeowner’s dream of having Bobby as a roommate quickly turned into a nightmare when he discovered Bobby’s lack of financial planning. Despite working full time and living rent-free, Bobby had no savings, and his plan was to ‘find a job’ after moving in. Our homeowner, remembering a past experience with a freeloading friend, decided to lay down some tough love. He told Bobby he couldn’t move in until he ‘grew up’. The fallout? A defensive Bobby and a mutual friend accusing our homeowner of being too harsh. What do you think? Was he right to stand his ground? Let’s delve into some internet reactions…
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“NTA. Bobby wants to mooch off someone other than his parents.”
NTA. Roommate’s freeloading intentions exposed. Mutual friend’s suggestion dismissed.
Dodging a bullet! Friend expects free rent, still lives with mom.
NTA: Friend expected OP to pay for everything, dodged bullet
NTA. Protect yourself and set clear expectations with a lease
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“NTA. ‘Cutting someone a break’ is for when they’re actually having a tough time, not when they’ve knowingly spent all their money on going out and therefore don’t have enough financial security to afford even one month’s rent.” ♂️
NTA.
“You just want someone to help pay your mortgage.”
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NTA. Tough love for a roommate who needs to grow up!
Parents fed up with supporting him, now wants you to.
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NTA. You set boundaries and they accused you of using them?
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“NTA: Tell him to foot every bill or payment for Bobby.”
Being practical about finances and friendship when renting out a room.
No free ride here! First-time homeowner lays down the law.
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NTA. Bobby’s manipulative game could jeopardize your trust and home.
Dodged a bullet! NTA for wanting a roommate.
Struggling to save money? Good luck paying rent!
NTA: Hilarious! You’re wise, don’t give in to ridiculous demands.
NTA. Set boundaries with friends to avoid future conflicts.
Dodged a bullet there bud! A**hole friend guilt-tripped you.
Mooching roommate? Not the a**hole!
Protecting yourself and your friendship when money’s involved.
NTA. Find a new roommate and avoid moochers!
No money? No roommate! NTA stands up for themselves.
