My in-laws have keys to my house. However, they often come unannounced and because we live so close to each other, they visit us everyday and whenever they feel like it. They are both retirees. How do you tell them that we need space. My husband does not speak to them. Whenever they visit, he would be in his study. I have tried dropping all kinds of subtle hints and even obvious ones but they are not taking it. I feel like changing the locks to my house. Any other suggestions?

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i understand your situation, sigh :( my mil likes to stayover (without asking or even informing) at my house whenever she likes. i have a spare room with sofa bed. husband is the only son. no choice.

8y ago

and i really don't like how she treats my house like hers. i don't mind her coming over to visit her grandchildren. but what irks me is that she takes it for granted that she can stay whenever she wants. is there something wrong with me? i just wish she w