I am planning on relocating internationally to a big city. My aunt (who I have only met a handful of times, but I know) has kindly offered her family home to me in this city while I sort myself out. My aunt lives in another country but my cousin (her daughter) lives in the house.
I offered to pay rent, but I just got a reply saying that will not be necessary. How do I politely accept the offer?
I know I am extremely lucky to be in this position and I don’t want to stuff it up
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I would say something like “thank you very much, that’s so kind of you. If there’s any way I can be helpful to you while I’m in the city, please let me know” and then I would also be really careful to be respectful of the house and it’s other occupant while you’re staying in it.
Personally I would call or text her and tell her how appreciative I am for her letting you stay there and then send her flowers or something to her house saying thank you again. Typically people prefer calls so I would likely do that unless there’s some kind of issue prohibiting calling. I would also offer to help out if there’s anything she needs done while you’re staying.
The posted comments are great and what a huge blessing for you. May you thrive in your new place.
You can say the things that are mentioned, but also continue to show your gratitude while you are there by doing little things perhaps you set aside some time every week to do a bit of gardening, or even look around the house for things that aren’t working correctly and learn how to fix them.
Gratitude should be ongoing and demonstrated