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Paying Apartment Expenses... and Your Roommate Relationship

By , About.com GuideJanuary 21, 2012

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When it comes to rent and other apartment-related expenses, you no doubt want to pay everything in full and on time. But if you live with a roommate, it's important that you agree on who pays what.

Many people think it's best to make these decisions as you go.

But deciding upfront how much you and your roommate will contribute toward expenses and putting your agreements in writing is the best way to avoid misunderstandings and arguments that can threaten your roommate relationship.

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