You just have to emphatize with them. You don't necessarily have to give them monetary "thank you" but you have to give your fair share for the utility bills and other stuffs that you are mutually consuming by living with them. This where the problem always start, so if you think you are consuming more of (for example) the electricity then add a little bit more to your share of the bill. It's all about being sensitive to their needs also without neglecting your own.
Always be respectful, learn how to effectively compromise, help with the chores.. stuff like that. They will appreciate that in the long run. :)
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Magbasa pa