I've been offered first dibs on renting a super nice house. Unfortunately I need to find at least 1 and ideally 2 people to rent it with me. Just asking around my network if they know anyone hasn't worked out. I'm pretty sure Craigslist is the next best option...what should put in my post, and ask potential people in person, to weed out the crazies? [more inside]
posted by genmonster on Jan 27, 2013 - 21 answers

I’ve decided to get a roommate to offset my bills. What is this going to be like? [more inside]
posted by Amalie-Suzette on Sep 15, 2012 - 17 answers

My elderly neighbor lived in my rented room before I moved in. He still uses the public areas of the house as his own. What are my obligations? Lots of snowflake details inside. [more inside]
posted by dd42 on Oct 18, 2011 - 31 answers

Having terrible trouble finding a roommate, advice needed! [more inside]
posted by serazin on Jun 30, 2011 - 13 answers

Currently renting a room in a couple's house-- they are my housemates and landlords. I am not liking the situation-- it's extremely dirty. How can I make the situation better, or broach the subject of leaving after I just moved in? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 5, 2010 - 21 answers

What do you wish you'd known when you moved into a shared house? [more inside]
posted by madcaptenor on Aug 19, 2010 - 39 answers

Should I get roommates? [more inside]
posted by yohko on Jan 15, 2007 - 16 answers