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Sibling buying beside us

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apriljuneandnovember · 21/04/2026 15:56

How you would feel if you found out that a sibling had purchased a house in your estate?

And that they no intentions of telling you until after contracts were signed. Purposely told other family members to keep it a secret.

We find it bizarre.

But apparently we have no right to complain as we cannot dictate where anyone chooses to buy.

AIBU to think they should have given us a heads up?

FWIW I don’t think it’s healthy. I feel we spent enough time living in close proximity during our childhood. I value my space and privacy. I feel I am going to lose that.

Also said sibling isn’t the easiest to get along with

OP posts:
Selloonacup · 21/04/2026 15:58

Closeness- great.
Secrecy- very odd, but perhaps understandable in your case given that you're being a bit weird about it. They're moving to your estate, not your spare room.

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