Becoming a homeowner is a huge milestone, and it’s natural to want to share the excitement with friends. But what do you do when a friend wants to move in, but has no savings or plan? One homeowner found himself in this predicament when his friend Bobby asked to move in. The homeowner was initially excited about the idea, but after learning about Bobby’s lack of financial responsibility, he had to lay down some tough love.
New Homeowner’s Excitement

Bobby’s Interest in Moving In

The Offer to Move In

Bobby’s Financial Situation

Expectations and Boundaries

The Shocking Revelation

Bobby’s Plan (or Lack Thereof) ♂️

Questioning Bobby’s Spending

Bobby’s Excuse

The Homeowner’s Request

Bobby Gets Defensive

The Tough Love Ultimatum

A Mutual Friend’s Opinion ️

The Homeowner’s Stance

Tough Love or Justified Boundaries?
The homeowner’s decision to set boundaries for Bobby has sparked debate. While some believe he’s being too harsh, others argue that it’s important to protect oneself from potential freeloaders. The homeowner insists he’s only trying to avoid living with someone who has no plan or money, which could lead to him taking care of Bobby financially. What do you think? Was the homeowner justified in his decision, or should he have cut Bobby some slack? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this situation…
“NTA. Bobby wants to mooch off you, not pay rent.”

NTA. Friend’s entitlement and lack of responsibility is clear

“NTA. Dodging a bullet with rent-free expectations. “

NTA for not wanting to be stuck paying for everything.

NTA. Protect yourself and your investment with a written contract
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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. Friend needs to get his stuff together before moving in

NTA: Friend wants you to support him, but you’re smart.
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NTA. You set boundaries and they accused you of using them
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“NTA. Tell him you’ll cut him a break if he pays all of Bobby’s bills. “

NTA, beware! He wants a free ride
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NTA. Friend playing manipulating game to live with you free

Being practical with finances is important when considering roommates.

Dodged a bullet! NTA for setting boundaries and asking questions

Can’t save money on parents’ dime, how will he make rent?

NTA. Protect yourself with a rental agreement, even with friends.

NTA. Hilarious! You’re wise, don’t give in to ridiculous demands.

NTA. Dodged a bullet there bud

NTA! He was *totally* planning on mooching

NTA. Don’t let him mooch. Find a better roommate

Friend refuses to pay, commenter supports OP, NTA

NTA. Protecting yourself and your friendship from financial disputes.

Last Updated on January 31, 2024 by Diply Social Team