How to Find a Male Roommate
Whether you're a female looking for a male roommate, or a guy looking for another guy to live with, you can make the roommate finding process easier by following a few simple tips. Living with a roommate has its benefits, such as cutting your expenses, dividing up chores evenly and possibly having someone to hang out with when you're not busy working or attending school.
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Create a check list of certain requirements and qualities your male roommate must demonstrate. Formulating a list helps you write your online advertisement to attract the guys you want while keeping those who do not meet your criteria at bay.
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Find an online classified or roommate service website. Commonly used classified sites for finding new roommates, include Craigslist, Backpage, Roommates, Roomster and Easy Roommates. If you conduct your own online search you may discover other useful websites to post your classified ad on.
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Post your advertisement on one or multiple websites. The ad should be specific, outlining the type of property you are renting, the amount of rent, details about the place, what amenities are included and why the person should rent a room from you. If your criteria is tough to meet, make sure you include the requirements in your ad. If you have general criteria for a male roommate, then write your classified accordingly. There may be a cost associated with posting your ad, so be prepared with a credit or debit card to make payment.
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Include pictures with your classified ad. It shows potential male roommates you are serious about finding someone who meets your criteria.
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Include your contact information in the advertisement, such as a phone number or email address. Also, list the best times to contact you.
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Answer phone calls and emails promptly. If you cannot pick up the phone, be sure to return the person's call in a timely manner.
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Set up interviews with your best candidates. Though it is best to meet the potential renter at your house, apartment or loft, only meet there the first time if you feel comfortable with the person.
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Pick the best candidate and negotiate the terms. If possible, have the new roommate sign an agreement form or contract about how much and how often he will pay, the lease term length and other important details or requirements.
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Tips & Warnings
Consider asking your social network or circle of friends about potential male roommates they might know. Referrals are valuable social recommendations and may save you time hunting for a roommate or posting online ads.
Post your ad on multiple websites to increase the amount of people who will see it.
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