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10 Tips for Solving Disputes
There is no easy answer to solving disputes, but this article gives you some tips as to the best ways to tackle flatmate disputes....
Advertising for a Flatmate
There is much to consider when advertising for a flatmate. This article offers advice on what to include in an ad and where to post ads for potential flatmates....
Checking References of Potential Flatmates
When you are about to invite someone to become a new flatmate it’s important to feel comfortable with your decision. Checking references of potential flatmates is one…...
Creating The Right Impression At Interview
How first impressions count when you are going for an interview to be considered as a flatmate. How it’s important to be positive and friendly but more important to be…...
Decorating Schemes for Shared Accommodation
Decorating schemes for shared accommodations can be hard to agree upon if flatmates tastes tend to differ. This article discusses how colours, fabrics, wall hangings…...
Ending a Living Arrangement
Most living arrangements end at one time or another. This article discusses ending joint tenancies, joint ownerships and informal living arrangements....
Fighting Fair with a Flatmate
All flatmates will fight at some time. This article discusses ways that flatmates can ensure they fight fair, including by having calm discussions, sticking only to…...
Flatmates and Disputes
At some point most flatmates have disputes. This article offers advice on how flatmates can discuss their problems and move forward in a constructive manner following…...
Flatmates and Friendship
Flatmates and friendship often, but not necessarily, go hand in hand. This article discusses becoming friends with flatmates, flatmates and mutual friends and becoming…...
Flatmates and Mediation
If flatmate disputes get out of hand, mediation may be an option to help end these disagreements. This article discusses considering and seeking mediation as well as…...
Flatmates Becoming Romantic Partners
When flatmates become romantic partners the dynamics of the home will change. This article discusses how flatmates can show respect for themselves and any other…...
House Rules for Flatmates
There are no hard and fast rules that will suit every set of flatmate's regarding their behaviour and possessions. This article discusses how flatmate's can compromise…...
Household Chores for Flatmates
Household chores are never fun, but flatmate's can decide how best to split them up so that no one is left with an unequal share of the responsibility. This article…...
Interviewing Flatmates
Interviewing flatmates is a big responsibility. This article discusses how to schedule, lead and end interviews with candidates....
Monetary Concerns for Flatmates
Every set of Flatmates needs to be able to trust each other when it comes to monetary responsibilities. This article discusses common monetary concerns for Flatmates…...
Questionnaire: What House Rules Are Acceptable?
Everybody had different standards when it comes to what is acceptable when sharing a house, this questionnaire should help you decide....
Questionnaire: Why Do You Want to Share Accommodation?
House sharing can be hard work, but these few questions should help you determine why it is you want to share your space...
Questions to Ask Potential Roommates
Asking the right questions when interviewing a potential housemate can be the key to success, here are some suggestions....
Removing a Flatmate
Removing a flatmate is never an enjoyable, or necessarily easy, act. This article discusses the legal standing of flatmate's and flatmate's and antisocial behaviours…...
Tenants' Rights: Changes to Your Living Circumstances
When tenants have a change in their living circumstances they should check the terms of their rental agreements to see what they agreed to in such circumstances. This…...