I Bought A House, But My Family Expected Me To House My Sister's Family For Free....-Reddit Family

I Bought A House, But My Family Expected Me To House My Sister's Family For Free....-Reddit Family
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I Bought A House, But My Family Expected Me To House My Sister's Family For Free. I Refused, Cut Them Off, And I'm Moving To London.
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The story follows a woman, 35F, who worked hard to build a successful career as an investment analyst while her older sister, Victoria (38F), was constantly handed everything by their parents. From a young age, the favoritism was clear—Victoria received a brand-new car, full college funding, and endless parental support, while the woman had to work, save, and secure scholarships for her education.
After years of careful financial planning, she finally achieved her dream of buying a small country cottage. However, when she casually mentioned her house search at a family dinner, she unknowingly triggered a firestorm. Her parents and Victoria had secretly expected her to buy a house large enough for Victoria's family to move into rent-free. When she refused, their entitlement exploded—her mother tried to manipulate her, her sister bombarded her with messages, and relatives pressured her to "help family."
Despite their relentless harassment, she stood firm. She cut them off, moved into her dream cottage, and found peace. Without the emotional and financial burden of her family, she thrived—excelling at work, securing a major promotion, and eventually receiving a director-level job offer in London.
Meanwhile, Victoria and her family faced eviction due to financial mismanagement, forcing them to move back in with their parents. Her father attempted one last guilt trip, revealing their dwindling retirement savings and hoping she'd take them in, but she simply recommended a financial advisor and walked away.
With her mountain home turned into a luxury vacation rental, a new life in Kensington, London, and a circle of supportive friends, she completely freed herself from her family's toxic entitlement. As she prepared to board her flight, she knew she had won—not by fighting, but by leaving the battlefield entirely.
Now, while her family struggles, she is thriving in peace, success, and true independence.
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