Ever heard of a love contract? Well, one man’s unique approach to handling finances in his relationship has sparked a heated debate. Our story revolves around a couple who’ve been living together for a year. The lady lost her job four months ago and has been job hunting ever since. However, she’s not settling for any lowball offers, which her beau respects. But when she started dipping into her savings and he ended up covering most of their shared expenses, he proposed a solution that’s causing quite a stir.
The Job Loss and Financial Strain Begins
Sticking to Her Worth
The Financial Burden Shifts ⚖️
The Fear of a New Norm
The Proposal of a Loan Agreement
The Accusation of Financial Abuse
The Demand for More Than Verbal Agreement ️
The Counter-Argument: Love Isn’t Transactional
The Domestic Contribution: Enough or Not?
The Fallout: A Relationship on the Rocks
Love, Trust, and Money: A Relationship in Turmoil
In an unexpected twist of events, a man’s attempt to secure his financial future amidst his girlfriend’s job loss has led to a relationship crisis. He proposed a loan agreement for the expenses he’s been covering, sparking a fiery debate about trust, money, and the essence of their relationship. She retaliated, arguing that love isn’t transactional and that her increased domestic contribution should suffice. The fallout? She’s temporarily moved out, refusing to sign anything, and insisting that trust should be the foundation of their financial dealings. The question remains: Is he wrong for wanting a written agreement, or is she wrong for refusing to sign it? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
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NTA. Demanding loan agreement sparks fiery debate on financial abuse!
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“NTA you can’t just expect people to cover you especially when you’ve had plenty of job offers. ‘Knowing your worth’ doesnt really make sense if you’re currently earning nothing”
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NTA for wanting financial security, but bad move for relationship
YTA demands loan agreement while expecting unequal housework.
Demanding loan agreement protects both parties. NTA for setting boundaries!
YTA. Relationships aren’t financial transactions. Support your partner
INFO: Seeking legal agreement for loan repayment sparks discussion on alternatives.
“NTA
Having a paper trail prevents misunderstandings & protects her. “
“ESH – You supported her turning down work, now what? “
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Demanding a loan agreement from girlfriend sparks fiery debate!
NTA! Always put loans in writing. Judge Judy agrees!
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Demanding a loan agreement? NTA! Get it in writing!
“ESH wagon” – Commenter suggests compromise for both parties’ benefit!
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Demanding girlfriend to pay bills? NTA sparks fiery debate!
NTA. Give her some time to cool off and discuss later!
Fiery debate on financial responsibility and work ethic in relationships!
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Trust issues after 3 years? YTA sparks fiery debate!
“YTA. You are in a relationship and you live together. I lost my job and was struggling to get a new one so I did more of the household duties then my boyfriend. Yes he paid the bills and food and laundry but when he got home he always had clean clothes and a hot meal which he wouldn’t have had otherwise. You need to rethink this relationship if this is how you will be in the future.”
NTA, but maybe consider a conversation about long-term finances.
Unpopular opinion: NTA for wanting loan repayment contract
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NTA. Her refusal makes me think maybe she was hoping you’d write the loan off. Please tell her beggars can’t be choosers.
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NTA wants girlfriend to sign loan agreement, sparks fiery debate!
“YTA. Demanding a loan agreement undermines trust and equality. “
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NTA. Unfair situation where you pay for everything and unlikely to be paid back.
“Protect yourself from being used. Get it in writing!”
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NTA: Judge Judy marathon will make her understand couples’ issues! ⚖️
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Trust issues over money? NAH, but suggest a sidejob
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NTA. Some would agree, others would say YTA. It depends.
“NTA. Relationships are transactional. Protect yourself. “
Fiery debate! NTA sets financial expectations, GF needs a reality check!
“NTA Even if she signs, you might never get it back! “
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“Give and take in relationships, have faith in your partner!”
Debate over loan agreement sparks empathy for both parties.
Transactional relationships can be cold and risky.
Demanding a loan agreement? YTA! Unsupportive and transactional relationship.
Debate over loan agreement: YTA for being unsupportive and inconsiderate!
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Demanding a loan agreement? YTA! Support your partner, not control.
Demanding loan agreement from girlfriend? YTA for being transactional!
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Love should be unconditional, not transactional. YTA.
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“YTA. You don’t trust her judgment or see her as permanent. “
Fiery debate over demanding girlfriend to sign loan agreement!
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