Roommates

Once in awhile the news reports a story about a crazy roommate who has done this or that. It can shake people up, making it kind of scary to find a roommate. If you are looking for a stranger to share your living space with the best thing to do is prepare and beware. Figure out Who Suits […]

Living with a roommate has its pluses and minuses. Sometimes, your roommate is not happy with life or living in the apartment, which can result in a lot of nagging. This will affect you emotionally at some point, and you’ll have to deal with it before it gets out of hand. However, you don’t want […]

When you’re looking to post a “roommate wanted” ad, it might be a good idea to think through how this kind of rental transaction might go. One of the first considerations is advertising. This is where you get into some very deliberate decisions about how you want to advertise your offer for living space. These […]

Roommate pranks can make living together fun. You never want to play a prank that will anger your roommate or cause hurt feelings. On the other hand, you don’t want to miss out opportunities to make them (and you) laugh out loud. Use your best judgment as you try one or more of these 4 […]

Making the decision to take on a roommate, or to be one, guarantees at least a conflict or two during the rental agreement. Any two people living together under one roof for an extended period will clash from time to time. However, there are ways to minimize and not elevate roommate drama: 1. Compatibility Don’t […]

Bonding with your roommate is important for emotional, mental and safety reasons. You need to get to know who you share your living space with. If you’re just strangers passing by, paying rent together, you’ll mistrust your roommate and open the door for conflicts. Try these 5 activities to foster bonding, and to help build […]

One great way to save money on renting an apartment is to have roommates to share the rent. However, it’s important to carefully choose those who you’ll be living with. The wrong choice can often end up disastrous. Given the pitfalls of choosing a bad roommate, some people think that moving in along with your […]

Roommate matching services are much like dating services in that you hope to find the perfect match based on personality and other traits. Many services require you to create a profile, and some allow you to post an ad, while others find prospects for you. Whether a roommate matching service works or not depends on […]

If you are going to evict your roommate, the unique situation can determine how much time you should allow for the departure. Most states require a 30 day notice in the event of an eviction. There are other options to try before the eviction. Too Close for Comfort If you feel as though you no […]