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[quote=Anonymous][quote]All fine and dandy when both sides are on good terms. I understand that since HF is paying someone anyway to clean or babysit or do whatever the non-program extra is, then why not benefit the AP by letting her do it and earn the cash ... seems like win-win all around. But like PP said, when things start to go bad, it is ammunition. As a HF, it is not worth the risk for me. There is enough drama as it is. [/quote]

I also think there is a big difference between AP who goes the extra mile and does extra around the house, dog walking, etc and then HF gives card/gift card, etc to show appreciation for AP going above and beyond.  The problem arises when AP and HF have a "set agreement" of $/week for extra jobs and/or hours.  This quickly enters into the realm of a "contract" which is so explicitly against the program and visa rules.  Yes, things may appear "perfect" in your relationship now, but the minute things head south, this arrangement is low hanging fruit for AP.  AP will use it and you as the HP will be the one on the wrong side because you are the "grown-up".  It just isn't worth it.  [/quote]

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