My sister-in-law just dropped off three chairs and assumed I'd strip and stain them for nothing. I'm torn between helping and getting paid. What would you do?

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Last summer my cousin left a dresser at my place assuming I'd fix it up. I used to just say yes to stuff like that to be nice... but doing that one favor meant she started telling everyone I was her free restoration service. It totally changed how I see these asks. Now I'd be honest and say you'd love to help but your time and materials have real cost.

nina_butler4d ago

Ugh that exact thing happened with my baking... made cookies for a neighbor's kid one time and suddenly I was getting texts asking for two dozen cupcakes for a birthday party. It's crazy how one yes turns into an open invitation for them to assume your hobby is their free resource. I had to shut it down fast because butter and sugar aren't cheap!