Posts Tagged ‘Roommate Issues’

There can be some drawbacks to having Christian roommates, if you yourself have an opposing lifestyle. It is possible that your lifestyle choices may offend them. Here are four things you shouldn’t do around them. 1. Swearing Swearing in front of your Christian roommate is likely to offend them. Generally, Christians don’t use bad language, […] read more

When taking to steps to being an easy roommate to live with, common sense dictates many actions. Rules that were learned as children come into play as adults. The kind of roommate you are can make or break any shared living arrangement. Be sure to go the extra mile to be an easy roommate to […] read more

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 […] read more

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 […] read more

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 […] read more

If you have been sexually harassed by your roommate, what options do you have? What can you do if your name is on the lease as well as the roommate harassing you? There are a number of steps you can take to rectify the situation. Setting Boundaries First, it is very important to inform the roommate […] read more

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 […] read more

One of the first things you need to decide when you share a space with one or more people is how you are going to split the rent. There’s really no right or wrong way to do it. You all have to collectively decide what works best for your living situation. Since rent is a […] read more

Learn your legal rights if your name isn't on the lease. Understand how to protect yourself in a roommate situation and avoid potential disputes. read more