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[quote=Anonymous]NO way NO how would I do this, primarily because the whole living situation thing sounds like a disaster and it sounds like if you move him out here he's your responsibility forever, starting now.  You can find a good in-home daycare for less than $1500/month.  I don't know the costs for senior housing but I can't fathom how you could pay someone's rent on an apartment, plus the bare minimum anyone would need for food, clothing, phone, health costs not covered by Medicare, etc. and still come out ahead of that.  ANd even if you could, it's NOT WORTH IT.

BUt you've probably thought about all of htat.  Here's what you may not realize:  Right now your baby seems theoretical and you look at your FIL as a decent enough guy who is probably responsible enough to care for a child.  When your baby gets here, you will realize that is not enough.  You are going to want a loving, knowledgeable caregiver with years of experience, who absolutely loves caring for children.  If that person is in your home, you will expect him/her to interact with the child, keep the TV off, maintain a nap/feeding schedule, spend lots of time on the floor playing with her, take her out for walks, to playgroups, music class, storytime, etc.  You will want the best for your baby.  You will NOT be satisfied with a responsible-enough elderly man who sees an opportunity to live rent-free in exchange for what probably seems like a not-too-difficult job.  RUN from this idea.   [/quote]

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