Meet our 24-year-old friend who has a well-paying job and lives with his girlfriend. They moved to another state for his job, and his girlfriend ended up with a toxic work environment. She switched jobs, but now earns less and has asked him to cover most of the rent. In return, she’s been handling the majority of household chores. But when she asked him to vacuum the living room, a heated debate ensued. Is it fair for him to expect her to do most of the chores since he pays more rent? Let’s dive into their story!
The Big Move
New Job, Less Pay
Chore Division
Her Cleaning Duties
Eight Months In
The Vacuum Incident ️
His Argument
Unspoken Cleaning Tasks
Her Frustration
His Workload
Her Contributions
The Big Question ❓
Edit: Common Questions
Time for Reflection
Update: His Realization
His Plan for Change
Chores vs. Rent: A Relationship Showdown
So, our friend believed that since he paid more rent, his girlfriend should handle most of the chores. But after a heated discussion and some reflection, he realized he was in the wrong. He’s now committed to making changes, including doing more chores and paying even more rent to support her. Will this be enough to mend their relationship? Only time will tell. Let’s see how the internet reacts to this situation…
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“YTA. She works the same hours, does all the cleaning? “
“YTA – Her making less salary does not make her your indentured servant.”
“YTA. Paying more rent doesn’t mean she’s your maid. “
Where’s the vacuum? Hiding places, breakup stories, and laziness.
YTA thinks paying more rent means less chores? Relationship doomed.
“YTA. Sharing chores equally is not about the money.”
“YTA. You don’t respect her. Time for change! “
Commenter questions why chores weren’t split equally, relationship in trouble
Rent doesn’t buy you a free pass on chores, buddy!
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How has she not left you yet? Definitely YTA!
YTA thinks paying more rent means less chores? Think again!
“YTA. Split chores fairly. Don’t assume her job is easier.”
“YTA. Expecting her to do all the chores is unfair. “
Sharing household tasks equally is fair. YTA for expecting otherwise.
“YTA. Fair share of chores based on income? Nope! “
Entitled partner neglects chores, risking relationship.
YTA. Unfair distribution of household chores. Step up and apologize!
“YTA. Splitting chores evenly is fair when both work full-time.”
Entitled man thinks paying more rent means less chores.
Transactional relationships are trash. YTA
