I've decided to stop messing about and get off my lazy arse and find a new place to live! I've been complaining about being stuck at home with my parents for years and so far I've done nothing to change the situation. Now I'm taking action!
Ideally I'd like to live alone but on my income that's just not possible. I have a couple of prospective places that I hope to check out but I'm new to this 'house-hunting' deal and I want some tips as to what sort of things to look out for.
Obviously, if the person renting the room is a total nutjob then I'm not gonna take it but are there other, more subtle, things I should watch out for? What sort of questions should I ask at the 'interview'? Have any of you guys had problems sharing living space with people whom you didn't previously know?
I just need some tips. Any input here is appreciated.
Thanks. :bye:
Mossopp
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Wow, congrats on taking the action, Lorna! You'll love it. As far as roommates go, I've had some pretty interesting ones. The biggest problem is no matter how big the living space is, if you share a bedroom, there will be difficulties. (When does one person turn off the light? How loud is the TV gonna be? etc)
Right now, in my apartment we are all really different, but since we all have our own rooms life is very good. It really just takes people willing to give a little to make a happy home ;) I have 3 roommates and we get along well. We respect each other's space and privacy, and try to clean up after ourselves. That's really all there is to it.

I've had some pretty lousy roommates before though. It depends. I'd say you can get a pretty good vibe just when you meet for the first time if you two are gonna be good together or not. Ask about sleeping habbits: If one of you stays up late and one gets up early - that can be a real problem. Some people are really mean if you accidentaly wake them up when they're trying to sleep - and some people couldn't care less. Are they gonna throw huge parties? (Our own rule is you can have as many parties as you want, as long as you clean up afterwards) Are they complete slobs or neat freaks? (You'd be surprised how many fights begin over dirty dishes.) But pretty much, if you're both willing to give a little, it'll all work out. Good luck! :wave:

Congrats!:D I hope you have great luck!! Umm... Id ask if pets were allowed, heat and AC etc., any restrictions.. some landlords have rules that not everyone likes- you should def. ask what their rules are.

Good luck, Mossopp :)

One thing I can tell you, if you do move in with a room mate be prepared to share all your stuff (TV, DVD collection ect). With you being an only child all these years and having your own room, living with a room mate will take some getting used to.