[stevej37]

I recently went through the same experience. I would say accept what they offer you because it could upset them if you don't. My parents were put off by my insistence of not being paid to help them to the point that that my dad took some things he knew I could fix to someone else because he knew I wouldn’t accept payment. The way I handled the situation was, I told my parents, I’d keep track of my time and they could pay me what they feel is appropriate. And let him know there’s nothing saying he can’t get them a nice “gift” or two with the money they’re paying him.