Tag Archives: house

Latrines’ Galore

Today we’re talking about some sweet unconventional housing, hardwood floors, and figuring out how much rent each housemate should pay. Dear Splitwise, I am trying to arbitrate a living situation for my daughter and want to share some thoughts. Your … Continue reading

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Saving the World, One Microwave at a Time

In today’s Dear Splitwise, we consider the troubles of a super-intense treehugger who lives off-campus with his roommates (and their girlfriends). Dear Splitwise, I live in an student-style apartment with 3 roommates, and we all have separate leases. The only … Continue reading

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Fridge Overlord

Dear Splitwise returns this week to settle the issue of shelf space in a fridge that is owned by a roommate. This is common in places like Europe, where household appliances being included with a rental isn’t necessarily the norm. Hi Splitwise, I … Continue reading

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Rentin’ Rooms in your House

If you are going to rent out a room in your house, especially to a friend, you need to pick a fair price that also reflects the market. One reader asks: Dear Splitwise, How would you charge if you rent out a … Continue reading

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Guests in bedrooms

I neglected to post a link here to my most recent Forbes article yesterday – the last in the three-part series on guests. In it, we consider the merits of cold mutton and show some data on the question of … Continue reading

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