Woman Sparks Debate: Should Rent Be Split Equally Regardless of Space Occupied?

We’ve all heard of roommate drama, but this story takes it to a whole new level. A 25-year-old woman finds herself in a pickle when her boyfriend and his friend expect her to pay equal rent, even though she’s been living in a smaller room. And to add fuel to the fire, the friend refuses to switch rooms in their new apartment. The woman, feeling taken advantage of, decides to step back and not move in with them, leaving the guys in a financial bind. But is she in the wrong? Let’s dive into this spicy tale of roommate conflict.

A Helping Hand

The Roommate Agreement

The Money Matter

The Promise of a Better Room

The Search for a New Home

The Broken Agreement

The Unfairness Unveiled

The Hygiene Concern

The Gaslighting Begins

The Financial Fallout

Roommate Drama: A Tale of Broken Promises, Unequal Spaces, and Dirty Toilet Seats

So, here we are, at the end of a drama-filled tale of roommates, rent, and respect (or lack thereof). Our heroine, a 25-year-old woman, found herself paying equal rent for less space, all while dealing with a roommate who refused to uphold his end of the deal. When the time came to switch rooms in their new apartment, he flat-out refused, leading to a fallout that left him and her boyfriend in a financial bind. But was she wrong to stand her ground? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this…

Avoid moving in with them! They’re using you. NTA!

NTA. Don’t move in with them. Take care of yourself

NTA. Friend’s entitled behavior and disrespect towards partner is concerning.

NTA. Unfair rent split, bf and roommate are AHs

Logical rent split based on room size and amenities.

“Not US but if you’re sharing a room, I don’t think you should not be paying a 1/3 of the rent, tbh. The rent should be 1/2 each room, and all bills paid a 1/3 each. In fact, in the UK I’d expect to pay a little extra rent for having the bigger ensuite room. This guy is trying his luck. If they’re stuck with this appt, you’re in a great position to renegotiate the rent- or I just wouldn’t move in. NTA” ‍♂️

NTA. Run and enjoy your own space. No guilt necessary.

“NTA, you shouldn’t have to live with someone you don’t want to. ‍♀️”

Rent split debate: utilities per person, room size, NTA dodged

Fair rent split? NTA says smaller room should pay less.

NTA. Your bf’s loyalty to his friend almost cost you.

NTA: Stand your ground and demand the big bedroom!

NTA: Negotiations and backing out when unsatisfied

Fairness in rent: bigger room, bigger payment.

NTA. Everyone agrees. Are you still with the guy?

Debate on rent splitting: NTA defends unequal apartment arrangement.

NTA. No contract, no problem. His choice, his problem.

NTA. Fairness and living conditions should determine rent distribution.

Not the a**hole for questioning equal rent distribution

NTA. Unfair roommate tries to corner you into signing first. Smart move!

NTA: Split rent fairly based on room size. Don’t move in.

NTA, US norms: 2/3 rent for couple, master room, separate bathrooms

Fairness in rent: Stand up for yourself and demand equality!

Dump your bf and live alone. You deserve better!

Fair rent split, don’t let them rip you off!

NTA: Paying more for less space? You’re being used.

“NTA, you deserve better. Your bf stood up for you! “

Being taken for a ride by two losers? YTA, girl!

NTA stands up against unfair rent split, sparks debate.

Experienced renter shares clever approach to handling roommates.

NTA. Run! Your BF’s BFF is taking advantage of you

NTA – Friends signed a reckless lease they can’t afford.

NTA. Rent should be split based on space occupied.

Don’t move in! Your friend is using you! #NTA

“American here. NTA. He is an entitled AH taking advantage of you. If two roommates are paying 2/3 rent, they get the bigger room because HELLO they are paying the bulk of the bills. Then he should’ve picked his battle Nd let you hVe the bigger room. Not your problem.”

Friendship betrayal: NTA for not moving in with user.

Debate over rent fairness: should bigger room mean higher payment?

NTA: Stand up for yourself and find a better partner!

Fairness in rent split: NTA, they’re using you. Get out.

Fairness in rent and utilities: You don’t owe him anything! NTA

Debate on equal rent split vs. size of rooms

NTA: Leave him in his expensive a** apartment and move on

Friend gaslights and insults, gets stuck in financial mess. Karma.

Fair split: Couple pays less for shared room, others pay more.

NTA: Don’t put up with their bullshit. Stand your ground!

“Sucks to be him. NTA.” – Debating rent split etiquette.

NTA sparks debate with bold stance on rent distribution!

Stand up for yourself! Demand better treatment. You’re NTA

NTA: Boyfriend and friend are leeching off you. Stand up!

Fair rent split, but demanding friend makes you NTA

NTA – Fair rent split, couples pay more but less/person.

NTA. Negotiate fairly and find your own perfect place.

NTA: Laugh at him and let karma teach him a lesson!

NTA. Fair rent split should be more than 1/4 and less than 1/3.

NTA. Run! Rent should be split by square footage.

NTA – Splitting rent fairly based on room sizes is reasonable

“Dump this ‘BF’ and find someone who wants to build a life with you!”

NTA: Unfair rent split, unsupportive boyfriend. Time to dump them both!

Communicate your needs and find a place that works for everyone

NTA. Avoid moving in with these people.

Don’t move in with these awful people!

Fairness in splitting rent and utilities, friend takes advantage. NTA

NTA. Watch out for your bf’s support of friend’s behavior.

Fairness in rent split: NTA shares experience of equal arrangement.

Equal rent split? Not the a**hole. Let’s discuss!

Roommate drama: NTA, boyfriend’s a pushover, get your own apartment

NTA – Fair rent split based on square footage and amenities.

NTA: Roommate debate sparks tension over space and fairness.

NTA. You were doing them a favor and paying more.

NTA: Roommates should split expenses fairly based on space occupied.

NTA: Splitting rent evenly, but couples get master room.

NTA. Roommate debates: Should rent be split equally?

Run away from this messy situation! ‍♀️ Don’t have a baby!

NTA: No ‘American standard’ of rent splitting, avoid those losers.

Fair rent split: pay more for bigger room or equal?

Debate on equal rent split based on space occupied in NA