My partner and I are both single parents and have been together for five years. We’ve decided to move in together at his house. I’ve been renting until now.
His daughter (19) works full-time and pays him £300 a month as she’s no longer in education. My daughter is 18 and still in college.
He earns £52,000 a year ( mortgage around £1400pcm) and I earn £28,000. I’d like to contribute fairly to the household, but I’m not sure how much is reasonable. Of course, I’ll pay for food, bills, and my own expenses.
I was thinking around £400 a month rent, plus half of the household bills, in addition to covering my food and personal costs.
Does that sound fair, or should I contribute more (or less)?
We didnt discussit yet. His daughter expects my daughter to pay too same amount, as she wants it to be fair. My daughter only works part time.
In that case should I pay £600?
I didnt discuss it with him yet as I dont know whats right and I tend to be overgenerous and than regret...
We are engaged but not planning on marrying anytime soon. We first want to try it out, see how it goes.