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6 Tips to Find a Great Roommate

Decatur Roommates Having Fun Cooking Dinner TogetherIf you’re going in search of a new roommate, you understand it can be stressful to discover the perfect one. You wish for someone reliable, responsible, and compatible with your lifestyle. How can you make certain that you surely find the best possible roommate for you? Here are some tips and tricks to effectively help you out!

  1. Define what you’re hoping for in a roommate. Make a list of qualities that are important to you and utilize it as a screening tool when you’re talking to potential candidates. Make it a point to include any deal-breakers (things that would make you sad and miserable), and make it a point to ask about them when you conduct interviews. Though you may have an ideal roommate in mind, it’s similarly essential to stay as realistic as possible. Setting your standards too high could make it extremely difficult to identify and find a new roommate.
  2. Scan your contact list. You know more people than you realize who might be going after a roommate too. Thus, an excellent place to initiate this process is with your list of contacts. Scan your list and distinguish if you already know someone who might make the best roommate. Then reach out and ask them! Letting people know that you are inquiring about a roommate could end up with you spotting and finding someone who would be a perfect fit for your lifestyle.
  3. Ask friends and family. If you don’t know anyone in search of a roommate, it’s fine! Just ask your friends and family if they know anyone who would be looking. Chances are, someone you know knows someone looking for a place to dwell and rent. Furthermore, since your friend or family member also knows you, they would be able to recommend someone you would get along with quite well.
  4. Use social media. To widen your search, try using online resources like Facebook groups, Craigslist, and Reddit to let people know you’re searching for a roommate. You can additionally post a status update on your own profile or ask if anyone who follows you might know someone. Be clear about what you’re looking for, and be heedful regarding giving out too much personal information.
  5. Try a roommate locating service. If you’re going all out to find a roommate on your own, there are services already available that can be useful. These services will match you with potential roommates based on your preferences and lifestyle. Different services operate in different ways, and there would be fees involved. Make certain to research any service thoroughly before you sign up.
  6. Choose the roommate that is the best fit for you and your lifestyle. After you’ve discussed with a small number of potential roommates and checked out their references and rental history, it’s time to make your selection! If you’re trying to decide between more than one great option, go with your gut feeling and choose the person you think would best fit you and your lifestyle.

 

Now that you know how to find the perfect roommate for you, all you need to have is the perfect Decatur rental home! Browse our listings online to easily find what you’re looking for.

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