Finding the right housemates can make or break your shared living experience. Most people fixate on the obvious stuff – location, price, whether the bathroom is big enough – and forget that the people you’re living with deserve just as much thought as the property itself.
After living with 20+ housemates, I can tell you this: without systems, a shared home is as tidy as its messiest person.
Most people aren’t expecting a show home – they just want a clean, uncluttered space that feels calm after a busy day.
You’ve met your new housemates, passed the vibe check, and life feels full of possibilities.
Fast forward a few months and shared living starts to feel…a little different.
