Mom reveals the 'controversial' reason she doesn't charge her adult children rent and it's resonating with many parents
Being a parent is a role of a lifetime and many love to support and look after their children even when they become adults. Though several parents have different perspectives about the said situation, each has their own way of ensuring what’s best for their kids. A mom named Lori (@loriscowsandstuff) revealed that she has three selfless and productive rules for her adult children. The woman acknowledged that her approach might be controversial but she has brilliant reasons that make it work and many parents agree with her. Lori revealed that her kids are 22 and 24, respectively, and she has 3 specific rules set for them.
Firstly, the mom noted that her kids are welcome to live in her home for as long as they’d like. There is no rule or set period as to when they must move out. While this may seem like an unusual rule, Lori has a noteworthy way of making it productive too. She has set boundaries for every rule. “They can live here forever, as long as they’re doing what they’re supposed to do and being respectful and working hard. They can stay here as long as they want,” the mom said. The second rule is that the kids are allowed to invite girlfriends or boyfriends over.
The mom noted that both her kids were over 18 so she didn't mind having their partners over at any given point. The catch, however, was that they needed to be in a committed relationship with the person. “This is their home and they can have whoever they want over whenever they want, within reason, of course,” the woman remarked. Lastly, the mom mentioned the most unusual rule she follows. Lori doesn’t charge her kids rent, no matter how long they’re living in her home.
While contrary to many parents, the mom had a decent reasoning behind the same. Lori noted that her kids pay their car insurance but she skips rent for them. “If they weren’t working hard and saving their money and trying to do all the right things, I might reconsider that one. But for now, I don’t have them pay any rent. I feel like that little bit they pay toward the insurance is at least some responsibility,” she said. Several parents agreed with Lori’s ingenious rules. However, others also had tweaked versions of the same.
For instance, @mymonday77 explained, “I charged my kid $300 a month. When she moved out at 25, I was able to give her $25,000 (the rent she paid).” @nyotanderson1 added, “My son is 24. He doesn’t pay rent. He works full time and pays his car and cell insurance. He’s not our healthcare. He buys his own food, he can stay forever if he wants.” @fuquitbuquit noted, “The key here is, ‘They work hard, are respectful and do what they need to do,’ I’d support that too.” @wfmama remarked, “I agree with this. I want my kids to be able to afford a home one day. Work, save and leave when you’re ready without a debt.”
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