Money Battle: She Invites Him to Move In, He Wants Her to Pay His Termination Fee

Ever had a partner hint at wanting to move in together? Our 25-year-old homeowner did, and she thought she was doing her boyfriend a favor by inviting him to move in. Little did she know that it would lead to a heated argument over money. Let’s dive into this drama-filled story and see if she’s in the wrong for refusing to pay half of her partner’s termination fee.

The Homeowner and Her Boyfriend

Hinting at Money Issues

The Invitation to Move In

The Agreement

The Termination Fee

The Request and Blow Up

Her Stance

His Argument

Her Counter Offer

The Savings Situation

Loan History

Money Matters: Who Should Pay the Termination Fee?

Our homeowner heroine thought she was doing her boyfriend a favor by inviting him to move in, but now he’s demanding she pay half of his £600 termination fee! She’s covering the cost of her property, so she believes he should cover the cost of his. He argues that she’s the reason he’s leaving his tenancy early, so she should be responsible for half the fee. She even offered to let him stay at his place until his tenancy ends, but he got angrier, accusing her of not wanting an equal partnership. With both of them having enough savings to cover the fee, is she in the wrong for refusing to pay? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

NTA, cancel offer, don’t let him move in. He’s feeling entitled

Offered free rent, he whines about termination fee. NTA.

Moving in for the wrong reasons. Rethink it, OP.

Beware of the hobosexual! NTA, his behavior is a warning.

Letting him move in would be a huge mistake. NTA.

Stand your ground and reconsider the relationship.

Offered free rent, but he wants more? NTA, keep finances separate

Some commenters don’t understand why the guy won’t pay rent.

NTA, trust your instincts and don’t let him take advantage.

Partner wants equal partnership but won’t pay rent. NTA.

Don’t fall for his manipulative tactics and reconsider this arrangement.

Breaking the lease? Pay the price or think it through

NTA, but beware of red flags. He feels entitled to money.

NTA wants a serious money talk before move-in. Red flags

NTA commenter warns of potential moocher and red flag.

Agreement in writing is crucial before moving in together.

Red flag alert! Commenter advises to run away from situation.

Don’t let him move in! He won’t be a partner.

Protect yourself and your finances. Drop him and move on.

Be cautious before moving in with someone, study their behavior.

‍♀️ Don’t walk, run! He wants a free ride

Is he really the one for you? NTA. Think twice.

Protect your assets and finances with a legal agreement

Red flags are waving, consider consulting an attorney and counseling.

Beware of freeloaders! This guy wants a free ride

Inviting a financially irresponsible partner to move in? Not wise.

Don’t be fooled! This guy is trying to scam you

Red flags raised, cut ties and move on. NTA.

Set clear boundaries and don’t let him take advantage. NTA

Beware of red flags: commenter advises against moving in together.

Clear NTA response with a hint of communication advice

Don’t let him move in. He’s auditioning to be your live-in mooch. NTA.

Red flags everywhere! Don’t let him live rent-free. RUN!

Charge his entitled a** rent

Stand your ground! Don’t let him take advantage of you.

Owning a house isn’t just free money and saving money vs renting.

NTA suspects financial issues and warns of future problems.

OP, don’t let him freeload off you. You deserve better

Don’t let him guilt trip you into paying his fees

Don’t let him move in! You’re NTA, run for it.

Red flag alert! Trust your gut and rescind the offer.

Massive red flags, don’t let him move in with you.

Think twice before letting him move in rent-free.

He’s expecting you to pay for everything? NTA

Agreed not to pay rent, but should still contribute more.

A confusing comment with no replies.

Protect yourself from common law laws. NTA

NTA offers to let him move in rent-free but he wants her to pay his termination fee?

Partner or doormat? Comment advises self-reflection for NTA.

A warning to run from a manipulative and entitled partner.

‍♀️ Beware of money-hungry partners, it’s only the beginning.

Protect your assets and discuss household responsibilities before moving in.

Protect your assets! Don’t let him move in without agreement!

Stand up for yourself and find a real man. #NTA

NTA and financially illiterate partner, save yourself the trouble.

Think twice before letting him move in.

Don’t let him move in! He feels entitled to your money. #NTA

Don’t let him use you as a piggybank

Be careful, he may only be interested in what you can give him. NTA

Is he really worth it? Commenter advises against the move-in.

Don’t let him freeload! Get a tenancy agreement and run ‍♀️

Don’t move him in, he might quit his job and mooch off you. ‍♀️

Why doesn’t the person moving in pay rent?

Divorced commenter shares advice on moving in together without issues.

‍♀️ Helping him with termination fee? Relationship termination fee is 0. NTA.

Beware of potential red flags when moving in with someone

Stand up for yourself! Don’t let him use you.

Giant red flags! He wants you to pay his fees and rent.

Don’t let him take advantage of you! NTA

Offering to not split mortgage with ungrateful SOB? Rescind offer. YTA

NTA commenter warns about boyfriend’s true colors and gaslighting.

Beware of red flags – don’t let him move in.

NTA stands up for herself against money-hungry partner.

Dump the freeloader now.. and find ANY decent roommate.

Suspicious behavior from boyfriend who wants to move in for free. NTA.

Splitting expenses advice with a clear NTA judgement.

Recognizing signs of coercive control in a relationship. Why Does He Do That? book recommended.