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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]No, you should not accept or request payment. Think of this as an opportunity to help your niece develop life skills she'll need but doesn't already have, e.g. cleaning up after herself, respectfully sharing space. Talk with her about expectations at the outset. Even if it's terrible, it's two months. You can handle it. And from the sounds of it, you may gain some life skills of your own in the process. [/quote] No one owes you free room and board. Op's niece is fortunate to have an aunt/uncle who would offer her a place to stay at a below market rate. Of course she should contribute to the household. I like the idea of giving her a shelf in your refrigerator to use for her groceries. She can buy and prepare her own meals. Signed- Mom of two older teenagers who would never allow my kids to impose on a relative like that without offering to pay rent.[/quote]
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