I want my mother-in-law to move in with us. Multigenerational households are great for the family budget, and we love having her around.

The author (not pictured) is considering asking his mother-in-law to move in with his family.

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• My wife and I are considering asking my mother-in-law to move in with us.
• There are plenty of benefits to multigenerational households.
• We have room in our home for her, it's good for our budget, and we love spending time with her.

My mother-in-law was recently widowed. Although she is independent, in good health, and has her own home, my...