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1. Controlling

Some like to go with the flow, while others take the reins and don't back down.

If your roomie always has to have everything just so, that's fine to an extent. (Honestly, who doesn't prefer their own way of doing things?) This can become problematic i...

In the vibrant tapestry of shared living, where individuals from diverse backgrounds converge under one roof, the potential for both harmonious co-existence and simmering conflict exists. Among the myriad challenges that can arise in this unique ecosystem, the issue of food theft stands out as a...

Flatmates can be beneficial in helping pay expenses and assisting with household chores and duties. However, if your flatmate's actions begin to cause you difficulty and you cannot resolve the issue through negotiations or compromise, you may need to know how to evict a flatmate. Although evictin...

Back when I had a flatmate, how I should observe the holiday season was a big question mark. Prior to my home sharing, I either went to my mother’s house or my romantic partner invited friends over for the big day. But my first year with my flat-mate, I wasn’t too sure how I would ap...

How should you deal when your flatmate is late paying bills? Should you scream, throw a temper tantrum, or walk around silently resenting the person who hasn’t paid their bill? Nope, none of those are going to help the situation.

What you do need to...

Ah, celebrities. They often seem so different from us, living in luxurious mansions and leading glamorous lives. But believe it or not, many of them were once just like us – struggling to make ends meet and sharing cramped flats.

Before they became household names, some of Hollywood's bigg...

Sharing a flat can be a great way to save money and meet new people. However, there are regulations in place to ensure safe and comfortable living conditions. Knowing the limits can help you avoid legal issues and maintain a harmonious living environment.

Flatmate living can be a great way to save money, make new friendships, and even open doors for those moving to a new city/state. But let's face it, it can be a bit intimidating as well. Sharing a space, commingling lifestyles and work schedules can be a juggle at times, especially when you don't...