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[SandrA9810]

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[Kath2003]

Sounds to me like you know exactly what YOU want and haven't really given a second thought to the fact that this friend is opening up her home and losing her privacy etc. She clearly can't match what you want, so you'd probably be best looking for somewhere else.

 

[mjkacmom]

So you aren't going to use the kitchen? Are you keeping the dog in the bedroom the whole time? If you have no other options, I think you have to pay her what she wants - she wanted $5, you wanted to pay $3, so $4 seems a good compromise.

 

[tasha99]

If I had a friend opening her house up to me like that, I'd feel obligated to pay half the rent and half the utilities. Maybe not the cable if that was something I didn't normally pay, but definitely half the electric etc.

 

[Cool-Beans]

If you are going to spend ALL your time in your one room, you're renting a room. If you plan to be in the kitchen and living areas, you're a roommate and should be paying half.

If you're using something, you pay for it. If you don't want and won't USE the cable/internet, you shouldn't pay for it. But you will be using electricity and should pay for that.

You should also do your end of washing the toilet, etc.

I think that you'd probably be better off renting a room from someone who places an ad in the paper. It really doesn't sound like this is going to work out and it would be sad to lose a friendship over it.

 

[Mom2Nick]

You don't get to decide what you get to pay when you move into somebody's home - they get to decide and you get to decide if you want to take them up on the deal - or not.

Sounds like you need to find another place to live as you're already resenting this women before you've even gotten there.

 

[Youarehere]

I would pay at least half of both the mortgage and utilities. I think it is nice of her to offer. I would rather pay a little more than what I think is my share than have a friend feel like I am taking advantage of them.

 

[suevee]

So you are not going to use the lights, heat, showers, washer or dryer. And of course you are not going to watch the TV, listen to the radio, or use the internet........Also as the PP posted you have no intentions of using the kitchen, living area, or yard. You are going to stay in your room with the door closed right?

I'm sorry but her utilities WILL go up with you living there. Also most places would charge a premium for a short term rental, it would cost more not less that a long term rental. She is doing you a huge favor. I would not nickel and dime her not only because it takes advantage of a friendship, but also in case you need her help in the future. You don't want to close doors because of being stingy.

By the way, if there are two of you and one of her, you should be paying 2/3 of the utilities, not half. Also are you paying a dog fee? Most rentals require an additional monthly charge for a pet as well as a non refundable deposit for any damage........

 

[Cindyluwho]

I agree with every other poster that's replied so far. AND it's obvious that you've already got bad feelings about this person and the deal they've offered, I think it would be best if you just found another place. It would definately be best for the other person involved!

 

[Darcy03231]

I agree with every other poster that's replied so far. AND it's obvious that you've already got bad feelings about this person and the deal they've offered, I think it would be best if you just found another place. It would definately be best for the other person involved!

I have to agree here. You definitely need to find another place to go. From the tone of your post living with the friend won't work out at all.

 

[pfishgirl]

I also agree.. Move elsewhere..

If you don't want to live on her terms in her house, there will be issues..

 

[lulugirl]

You think $400 rent is too much....seriously????
Sorry, but you really need a reality check.

 

[SandrA9810]

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[iluvpluto27]

Sorry but I agree with all the other responses. If a friend offered to let me move in I'd expect to pay at least half of the mortgage and bills. You really do seem to have bad feelings towards this woman which could make an uncomfortable living situation for all involved.

 

[crashbb]

She's keeping you from living on the street, and you whine about having to pay a share of the utilities?

I have to say - no way in heck would you be moving in with me.

 

[The Mystery Machine]

You don't get to decide what you get to pay when you move into somebody's home - they get to decide and you get to decide if you want to take them up on the deal - or not.

Sounds like you need to find another place to live as you're already resenting this women before you've even gotten there.

Yes...I did not read past "I don't like her much". She is not a friend.

That spells trouble to me. Look elsewhere.

 

[SandrA9810]

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[pooh6890]

Just a thought........hmmmmm.........Judge Judy!

 

[Disnydad]

If you were applying to "rent" from me, I'd tell you to take a hike. JMO

 

[mjkacmom]

We're not big electric users, nor water users. And trust me, we have enough clothes to last 2-3 months without doing laudry. That's including enough socks and underwear. And Kari can go to costuming to get a fresh costume every week, if it comes down to not using her W/D.
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Ninety pair of panties?! I can't imagine going a week without doing laundry (although I admit I do laundry 365 of the year). You mentioned a motel and boarding the dog. It's about $20 a day to board a dog. Then you have to pay for the hotel. Granted, I don't think it will work out if you are having issues with her before you even move in.