Finding someone you feel you can live with is the most essential part of living with some. Before moving together, it’s wise to talk through the details of what the living situation is going to be like. Here are a couple of crucial topics to discuss.

Splitting the rent:

This should be talked about with your new roommate. Also, all names should be on the lease. The monthly rent should be set on auto-pay for your checking accounts if possible. This way, neither of you has to worry about paying your roommate.

Paying the bills

:You will need to talk about whose name will be on the utilities, electricity, gas, internet, and cable, which should be all shared costs. Next, who will set up these accounts at your address? Being on the same page about these before you live together is wise so that when the bills roll in, you will have a plan for paying in full and on time

.Furnishing and decorating your new place

:You need to talk about how you will furnish and decorate your new place. You should discuss who has living room furniture and dining room furniture. I do not recommend you buy furniture together, mainly because if you decide to go different ways later on, who will take the items you purchased together.

Insuring your rental space:

You and your roommate should get your own individual renters insurance. You should be able to set this up with your auto insurance company.