<prompt> Human: Sorry if wrong sub.So I moved into my grandmas old house as shes in assisted living. The deal from my family was that I could live there rent free if I pay utilities and do all of the maintenanceupkeep the house needs. Im not sure what the long term outcome is here but lets say I do a great job and my family is happy. Theyll probably let me truly and fully own it at some point. Zillow estimates the house about 120,000. If I sink money in, Id probably sell it eventually as its more than enough for myself but probably not if I have kids some day. This would probably be split between 5 unclesauntsparents and myself after putting in some work for the next few years. 1. How can I increase the property value? Zillow says the house has a good solar rating. Would that help? How long does that take to pay for itself? 2. Should I do anything to stake my claim after sinking in the money? I dont imagine my family would screw me but Ive been on reddit long enough to know. 3. If I keep receipts of paint, wood, etc.. what can I do with them? Tax breaks? My name is not on the deed, does it matter? PART 2:Household stuff:Theres a couch, bed, possibly some cabinets if the family doesnt want them a table and light fixtures. Thats about it besides fridges, stove, microwave, washer, dryer. I need some personalfinance life pro tips as I set out to purchase things to make it feel like home. Television, bed sheets, Im not gonna list more I just need like everything. Went with the cheapest internet plan, no cable.  <response>: Dont put any money into it. Get the money for repairs from the family or whoever owns the house. When she passes and if the family decides to sell the house theyll typically have to repair anything anyways. Family can suddenly turn into enemies when a family member passes away. 