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Real-life MMD: If I'm paying rent, why should I tidy my room?

Former_MSE_Debs · 2013-08-08 11:40:10

Money Moral Dilemma: If I'm paying rent, why should I tidy my room? I'm 24 and just moved back into my parents 4-bed house. I work full time and pay my parents rent, something I suggested and an amount which we all agreed on. I think my room's an organised mess, but my Dad thinks it's a tip, and wants it to meet his…

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Dovblack Posts: 3 Newbie

29 August 2013 at 5:50AM

You're 24 years of age so take some responsibility and get your own place as I'm sure your parents do not need the hassle of your lack of respect for THEIR house. If you rented a home with a garden there might be an expectation that you mow the lawn so would you moan about that or risk eviction for being lazy! Get it tidied or get lost!

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