Ever found yourself in the middle of a domestic spat that spirals out of control? Well, one man certainly did when a simple storage argument with his girlfriend turned into a full-blown ‘my house, my rules’ showdown. As this man and his girlfriend navigate the tumultuous waters of cohabitation, the question arises: Who’s really in the wrong here? Let’s dive into their story and find out.
The Domestic Bliss Begins to Crack

The House Layout: A Potential Battlefield ️

The Decorating Dilemma: A Colorblind Compromise

The Garage and Basement: Ground Zero

The Basement: A Man’s Last Refuge?

The Girlfriend’s Complaint: A Storage Showdown

The Man’s Reluctance: A Security Standoff

The Girlfriend’s Plan: A Mystery Unveiled? ️♀️ ♂️

The Man’s Response: A House Rule Hammer

The Girlfriend’s Reaction: A Cold War Commences ❄️

The Verdict: A Domestic Dilemma or a Simple Storage Spat?
In the end, it’s a tale as old as time: a man, his house, and the woman he shares it with. The conflict? A room full of ‘his stuff’ that she wants moved out. His response? ‘It’s my house.’ But is he being unreasonable, or simply protecting his turf? As the cold war commences, we’re left wondering: Is he the antagonist in this domestic drama, or is there more to the story than meets the eye? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this intriguing situation…
“Strong NTA. You pay the mortgage. Your rules.”

INFO: She won’t tell him her argument, causing disagreement.

NTA. House, house rules. Respect and accept each other’s belongings.

NTA: She’s controlling everything, and defacto laws may apply.

NTA for setting boundaries, but concern about her intentions

When ‘My House, My Rules’ goes too far

Is hoarding the issue? One commenter sells and donates regularly.

NAH. Compromise is key in this storage spat.

NTA: Homeownership and shared decision-making can be challenging

“My House, My Rules” card causes tension over storage space

NTA: Asserting authority or just being a responsible homeowner?

House rules clash: who’s right in the storage dispute?

NTA, but using ‘my house’ language with partner is problematic

NTA. Expensive gear needs climate control. Possible pregnancy office conversion?

GF’s sense of entitlement and control: red flag or not?

Setting boundaries in your own house? NTA, take control!
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“NTA: Close the door, it’s your room! “

NTA vs. Control Freak: Battle of the Home Turf

NTA: Asserting authority in your own home

NTA. Your house, your rules. Maybe compromise on storage alternatives?

NTA defends their right to keep their storage room.
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Not the a**hole – let’s hear the juicy details!

NTA: Your gear, your rules! Safety first

NTA- Camping gear is valuable, discuss the real issue with her

Not the a**hole. Let’s hear the juicy details!

NTA: Set boundaries in your own space, stand firm!

NTA: House rules and relationship red flags
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Entitled gf vs. ‘My House, My Rules’ – Who’s right?

NTA. She’s being unreasonable. Your stuff is safe there

NTA. Your house, your rules. She needs to back off.
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NTA: Stand your ground and don’t let her steamroll you

Contributions vs entitlement: Who’s right in this storage spat?

NTA: Set boundaries and stand your ground, it’s your house

NTA: Your house, your rules. She’s upset you said no.
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NTA: Taking a stand or just being a control freak?

NTA: Set boundaries and let her find her own place

NTA – Compromise needed for storage spat with freeloading roommate

“NTA. It’s your house, your rules. She should humble up.”

NTA: Giving control but setting boundaries. Stand your ground!

Generosity questioned: Is OP really NTA?

Asserting boundaries in your own home

NAH here. Understandable concerns about belongings and shared living situation.
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NTA: Enjoy your kayak-filled office and hobby room!

NTA: Your house, your rules. She needs to respect that.

NTA about your stuff, but reconsidering relationship over house dispute
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Engaging in open communication and compromise is key for success!

Valid reasons for keeping room organized, firm response to control.

Man claims ‘my house, my rules’ but neglects partner’s needs
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NTA- She’s feeling excluded from a shared home.

Engaging suggestion for camping trip with toddler to appreciate nature

Embrace your inner rule-maker! Your house, your rules!

NTA wants to keep basement for ‘gear’, but open to compromise.

NTA: A common household disagreement, but better phrasing could help.

Homeowner asserts authority: NTA, no arguments.

NTA – Who’s in the wrong? Let’s find out!

GF gets free reign over awesome rooms, NTA.

NTA. GF wants to control OP’s hobbies and space. Boundaries needed.

“NTA. She wants you to move your stuff first.”

NAH. A compromise is needed for the basement storage spat.

Partner wants storage out, but doesn’t give a good reason.

NTA. Your house, your rules. Don’t let her take over!

Power struggle over storage: who’s really in control?

NTA, but maybe there’s a bigger reason behind her request

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NTA. Partner wants veto power, uncomfortable feeling, moving out

YTA for ‘my house, my rules’ comment. Power dynamic alienates.

“YTA. Power playing instead of coming to a partnership point.”
