Miss Manners: Can I send my tenant a baby gift?

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Is it appropriate for this landlord to send a tenant a baby gift?

I own several rental properties. Good tenants can be hard to find, but I have a fantastic younger couple renting one of my properties. They keep the place spotless, are never late on rent, and are just the nicest and most respectful people.

The lady of the house called me to say she was expecting their first child and asked for permission to paint the bedroom that will be the nursery. Of course I congratulated her, and gave her permission to paint the room any cheerful color she likes! I feel like I should also send a small shower gift because I appreciate how much they care for and respect my property. Nothing extravagant, just a nice card with a gift card enclosed, and perhaps a pack of diapers with a bow on it. My husband seems to think this is unprofessional and may create awkwardness. I receive gifts from business associates occasionally and feel it’s perfectly acceptable. I will let you make the judgment call.for the baby seems perfectly suitable to Miss Manners.

 

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