When family comes knocking for help, it’s usually expected that we lend a hand. But what if that family member has a history of cruelty and has never apologized for their actions? One woman (28F) is facing this exact dilemma as her stepbrother (34M) asks to live in her large, inherited home with his family, offering rent and claiming they have nowhere else safe to go. But with a past filled with emotional abuse and zero remorse, she’s not sure if she can let them in. Let’s dive into her story.
A Troubled Childhood
Feeling Left Out
Unfair Comparisons
Cruel Stepbrother
Grandparents to the Rescue
Inheritance and Loneliness
Unapologetic Stepbrother
Desperate Times, Desperate Measures
No Safe Options
A Plea for Help
Offering Rent
Standing Her Ground
Past vs. Present ⏳
Final Answer ✋
Divided Opinions
To Help or Not to Help: A Tough Dilemma
With opinions divided, our protagonist is left questioning her decision. Some argue that Ben has never treated her like family and doesn’t deserve her support. Others, however, urge her to consider the wellbeing of his innocent daughter, Adeline. After all, shouldn’t a child be protected from the consequences of their parents’ actions? As the debate continues, one thing is for sure: this is a complex situation with no easy answers. Let’s see what the internet has to say about this heart-wrenching dilemma…
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NTA. Refusing to house stepbrother’s family due to past bullying and potential financial harm.
NTA. Refusing to house evicted stepbrother and family is justified.
NTA. Commenters express concern over potential tenant’s history and behavior.
Don’t risk it, NTA. Stepbrother might not pay rent and stay.
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Woman justified in refusing stepbrother’s family to stay in her home
Don’t let guilt make you a doormat for users
Not heartless, NTA. Don’t let him burden you.
Stepbrother refuses to apologize, NTA for not housing his family
Not the a**hole for refusing to house stepbrother’s family.
No obligation to house stepbrother’s family. Other options available.
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Sassy NTA comment shuts down pressure to house family.
You don’t owe him anything. NTA
No obligation to house family. NTA, send them away.
Protecting yourself from an abuser is not heartless
Protect your peace and space. You’re not responsible for them.
NTA commenter suggests testing stepbrother’s loyalty in homelessness scenario.
Commenter expresses concern for OP’s safety if stepbrother’s family moves in, replies question the exclusion of wife’s family.
Stepbrother wants to use you now? NTA, don’t let him in!
Protect yourself and your inner child. NTA
Protect your future and mental health, don’t house those who hate you
Stepbrother’s family can’t be housed, NTA. Letting them move in is a bad idea.
When promises don’t pay the bills
Respectful boundaries should be honored. You made the right call.
Don’t feel guilty, NTA. Block Ben and move on.
Family and business don’t mix. NTA
NTA! Don’t let posers bully you into feeling ashamed.
NTA. Commenters agree Adeline is not OP’s responsibility
Stand your ground! NTA, your home your rules.
Prioritizing mental health over toxic relationships.
Family shows their true colors, NTA stands their ground
Forgiveness doesn’t mean letting the ‘wolf’ back in. NTA
Commenter suspects manipulation, supports OP’s decision. NTA
Compassionate but firm NTA comment with logical reasoning.
You have every right to say no, NTA
Stepbrother’s entitled request backfires, commenter says NTA
Protect your space and boundaries. NTA
Avoiding houseguests? NTA sets boundaries to maintain sanity.
Don’t let the abuse start again, stay strong OP!
Don’t let toxic family members disrupt your peace
It’s your home, your rules. Don’t let anyone make you feel guilty.
Trust your instincts and say no! NTA
Stepbrother refuses to apologize, NTA for not housing family.
Don’t let your childhood bully move in, NTA
Setting boundaries with family is tough, but NTA in this case
Step-sibling refuses to house family, calls out relationship. NTA.
No obligation to house stepbrother’s family. NTA
Standing up to a rotten stepbrother. NTA
Stepbrother being evicted, didn’t pay rent. NTA
Protect your peace , don’t let entitled family members in.
Set boundaries and stick to them. Your decisions are yours.
Protect your mental health. NTA.
Set boundaries and stand your ground. You’re not heartless.
No obligation to house stepbrother’s family. Condolences for loss.
Don’t invite discord into your home. NTA
Protecting yourself and your property is important
Stand your ground and say NO! You owe no one!
Protecting oneself is not heartless. NTA
Don’t let guilt make you do something you don’t want to
Prioritizing mental health and not responsible for stepbrother’s family. NTA
Stepbrother’s family denied housing, NTA says ‘they’ll figure it out’
Saying no to a problematic tenant. NTA
Setting boundaries with family: NTA for not housing stepbrother’s family
Don’t let them in, they’ll bully and take over. #NTA
NTA! Let them live by their words.
Setting boundaries with family – NTA for prioritizing self-respect
Stand your ground! NTA comment gets support
No obligation to house a bully. Stay firm.
Landlord troubles? NTA refuses to house stepbrother’s family.
