Living with a roommate can be challenging, especially when financial disagreements are involved. One Reddit user shared her story of living with a messy roommate who charged her extra rent and utilities. The situation escalated when the roommate asked for even more money, making the Reddit user feel like a freeloader. After being offered a better living situation, the user decided to move out, causing financial stress for the roommate. But was the Reddit user in the wrong for putting her own needs first? Read on to find out and weigh in with your own opinion.
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Living with roommates can be difficult, especially regarding finances and responsibilities. In this case, the poster has been charged extra rent for utilities and feels like a freeloader. On top of that, she has to take care of her messy roommate’s animals and clean up after her. To make matters worse, her tiny room barely fits her bed, while her roommate has a bedroom and a spare room for herself. After her roommate demanded even more money for utilities, the poster decided to move out and was wondering if she was in the wrong. It’s understandable why she would want to leave a stressful situation and live with a friend who offers cheaper rent and emotional support. But is it fair for her to put more financial burden on her roommate? What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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Moving out was the right call! Cheaper and better roommate
Don’t be a freeloader in your own space! ♀️
Prioritize your wellbeing, NTA for moving out
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Breaking agreements and charging extra rent? Good call on moving out
Good call, prioritize your well-being and leave toxic roommate situation.
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Don’t let roommates take advantage of you! NTA
Leaving was the right choice. Boundaries are key
Don’t be guilt-tripped! Move out and save money
Good riddance to bad roommates Enjoy the new place!
Moving on up! NTA found a better situation and gave notice.
It’s your life, your rules . J can find someone else ♀️.
Moving out? NTA!
Not the a**hole! Short and sweet judgement.
Sounds like a smart move! Win-win for sure.
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Don’t let anyone charge you extra for utilities!
Not the a**hole for leaving over unfair rent charges
Don’t let her take advantage of you, move on ♂️
Take care of yourself first! Good luck
Protect yourself! ✍️ NTA gets written agreement.
Don’t let anyone take advantage of you. Stand up for yourself!
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Escape the roommate scam! NTA, get a written agreement
NTA. Sometimes, moving out is the best option.
No need to pay for someone else’s bills. NTA!
Standing up to unfair rent charges, NTA for moving out
Protect yourself: always get agreements in writing!
Don’t be a doormat again! Move on to a better home
Secure your new deal in writing! ️
Leaving toxic roommate and their finances behind. ✌️
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Document your stay and departure carefully.
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Standing up for yourself is the best thing you did
Make sure to remove all your info and logins before leaving!
Moving out after extra rent for utilities, NTA wins.
Just get out of there ♂️ NTA obviously ♀️
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Setting boundaries and having written contracts is important. NTA
Friend charges OP more rent and utilities, NTA for leaving ♀️
Stand your ground! NTA! ♀️
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Don’t let anyone take advantage of you!
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Fair to leave after 2 years of extra rent charges
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Put yourself first! NTA
Roommate gets roasted for charging extra rent, NTA wins
Roommate charged unfair rent and utilities, OP not the a**hole
Escape the cramped room! ♀️ NTA for moving out.
Good for you! Moving out is the right decision.
Don’t let guilt keep you in a crummy living situation.
Escape while you can! Moving out is the best decision. NTA
Always get it in writing! Good advice for any agreement.
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Don’t be a maid, move out! ♀️ NTA
Always prioritize yourself, NTA!
Don’t feel bad for leaving! NTA all the way!
Rent is a business transaction Stand up for yourself! NTA.
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Find a considerate roommate and leave greedy J behind!
Escape the nightmare . NTA for moving out.
NTA for leaving over unfair extra rent charges ♀️
