I wouldn't even dream of trying to manipulate friends and relatives against my wife. That would blow up in my face SO fast...maybe your situation is different, but if I had a gripe that I took to her sister to try to get her to mention discretely, the conversation would go something like "So, twisted wanted me to tell you you're getting fat and should try dieting, but he wanted to make it sound like it was my idea, because he was afraid to tell you"
Or whatever. Which would lead to....
Welcome to couch. Population: Me.
The financial issue needs to be dealt with, but do it without manipulation.
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