Latest Co-Living Posts - Page 5

How to Deal With a Crazy Partying Flatmate
Whether you're sharing a dorm room or your first flat with a flatmate, it's hard to discover all his quirks before you live together. If you end up with a flatmate who likes to party and who dominates your home with loud music, flowing drinks and plenty of friends, it can be difficult to approach...

First Time Moving Out: What Should You Consider?
Apart from the essential items you need for your new home, here are some ideas to consider to make sure your moving-out experience is as enjoyable and comfortable as possible:
FlatmatesMoving out for the first time comes with substantial financial responsibilities. If you want a...

A Moving List with Flatmates for the First Time
The moving process can often be filled with a lot of emotions — excitement to make your new space yours, but perhaps even sadness to leave what you’re already familiar with. And when you’re moving with flatmates, there’s an extra layer of planning needed to ensure you’re on the same...

How to Make an Unwelcomed Flatmate Move Out
Flatmate living or co-living is a common part of adulthood, and unfortunately, it's also common to have a bad flatmate. Whether your flatmate is loud, messy, smelly, or doesn't pay the rent, sometimes it just doesn't work out. If you love your flat but hate your flatmate, start by having an hones...

Is Your Flatmate's Boyfriend or Girlfriend Always Over?
Is your flatmate's girlfriend/boyfriend over so often it feels like you have a third flatmate? Having someone else in your space can be annoying, especially when they’re not paying rent. Fortunately, by talking to your flatmate you can set clear boundaries and work on a solution. Read through thi...

Learn How to Deal With a Messy Flatmate
It seems like no two flatmates have exactly the same sets of standards when it comes to maintaining the cleanliness of their common areas. If you're frustrated with your flatmate's mess, talk to them about it. Keep your discussions solution-oriented, and make sure you're leading by example. Toget...

How to Evict a Dangerous Flatmate
If your flatmate is violent or temperamental, you need to be careful when kicking them out of your home. Kicking out a dangerous flatmate involves careful planning and awareness of your legal rights as far as your rental agreement goes.
Think about an objective look at what your flatmate i...

How to Find a Flatmate You Are Compatible With
Ah, flatmates. Sometimes you can’t stand to live with them, but with rents and home costs these days it may be impossible to live without them. Since bunking up with a best friend is usually not a risk worth taking, most people looking for a flatmate find themselves wondering where to start.
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