How to Find a Roommate You Won’t Secretly Hate

Finding a roommate may sound simple, but anyone who’s lived with the wrong person knows the truth. The challenge isn’t finding a roommate, it’s finding one that you can actually live with day in and day out. In this post, we share six frank questions you should ask roommate candidates before you commit to sharing a rental home or apartment. We’ll also provide a map showing the most in-demand rental cities, a real-life rental FAQ, and a home affordability calculator so you can gauge how soon you may be able to stop paying a landlord. Discover How Much Home You Can Afford Understand the costs associated with buying a home and find out what safe budgeting looks like. 6 questions to ask a potential roommate (to avoid mayhem) Here are some questions that can help you figure out whether someone is a healthy match for your space and your sanity. 1. What’s your real schedule (not your ideal one)? Turn this into a short set of follow-up questions. Ask about work hours, school hours, sleep habits, weekends, and what might increase their noise levels. For example, someone who loves midnight gaming sessions may not blend well with your daily routine if you’re an early-morning gym person. 2. Ho...