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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I would either tell her she’s on her own for groceries and cleaning, (and follow through to make sure the cleaning happens) or[b] I would charge a nominal amount like $400 to cover groceries and extra housekeeping visits.[/b] [/quote]

Uh... $400 is NOT a nominal amount, are you crazy??

She's staying for 2 months, not being put on the lease. [/quote]

DP. $400 is not a lot for DC. Maybe in Wisconsin or something, but it doesn't sound like you live around here and have an understanding of what many families spend. [/quote]

If it was $400 for the 2 months that would be an amazing deal but even at $400 per month it's a good deal because the alternative is the niece has to find temporary housing in the DC area and even if she manages to find a room in a house share for such a limited amount of time it  will cost more than $800 for just one month.

I actually think the OP should not go through with this because she has so much anxiety surrounding the situation and that will continue once niece is living there. [/quote]

None of this is relevant.  OP needs to talk to her sibling and say she needs financial help for the extra utilities and food.  She also needs to ask how additional needs will be paid - metro/bus, social things, etc.  She has no additional costs in rent/mortgage so that's a non-issue.  OP isn't used to someone living with her and that is probably the bigger issue.  [/quote]

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