Would you accept a down payment on a house as a gift? From someone other then your parents or grandparents (in-laws included)?
What about a whole house free and clear?
My boyfriend and I are at that point where we're ready to get engaged and married. He's been torturing me by waiting to ask the question, and continuously mentioning marriage, houses and everything that comes with it.
Anyways, yesterday he told me that one of his friends wants to give us a very early wedding present. 5 - 10% down payment on a new house. He also said that if we wanted, we can get a house tomorrow free and clear... as a gift. I have no idea from who, but I'm assuming from one of his family members.
I feel extremely uncomfortable accepting something this big. I feel like we should work for it ourselves.
Even though they would be gifts, I think I would feel in debt to the gift giver. Am I being irrational for feeling this way? My boyfriend seems to have no problems accepting this gift.
2006-08-17
03:46:01
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