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How do I ask someone to be my roommate?

How do I ask someone to be my roommate? This is a question that many grapple with. The idea of ...
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How to get my roommate to put used toilet paper in the toilet and not in the trash?

Why We Flush Toilet Paper in the Developed World In many developed countries, flushing toilet paper is the norm. This ...
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How Does Living with a Roommate Compare to Living with Your Parents?

Financial Considerations Living situations have a massive influence on our financial well-being. Whether you’re bunking with a roommate or nestled ...
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Is Moving in with Your Best Friend a Bright Move or a Recipe for Disaster?

Advantages of Being Roommates with Your Best Friend Disadvantages of Being Roommates with Your Best Friend Common Misconceptions About Living ...
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How to Apologize to an Old Roommate

Apologizing to an Old Roommate: Mending broken ties with an old roommate can be a cathartic experience. After all, this ...
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How to Deal with a Roommate Who Talks on the Phone Late at Night?

Understanding the Why Behind the Late Night Calls Before jumping to conclusions or letting annoyance take the front seat, it’s ...
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Roommate Pooped on Floor and Refuses to Clean it up

Possible Reasons Behind the Deed 1. A Cry for Attention For some, the feeling of being neglected, misunderstood, or overshadowed ...
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How do I deal with passive aggressive roommates?

What is Passive Aggression? Passive aggressive behavior is a form of indirect hostility that manifests through actions, rather than direct ...
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My roommate’s friend wants to sleep on our couch. Should they pay part of the rent?

Understanding the Duration The length of the friend’s stay can significantly influence the decision of whether or not to ask ...
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What to Do When Your Roommate Plays Guitar Non Stop?

Understanding the Passion Behind the Music Music, in its various forms, has always been a mode of expression, allowing emotions, ...
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