Finding the Right Room or Roommate
You should begin looking for a roommate as soon as you know a move is in your future. EasyRoommate.com gives room or roommate finders a good head start.
Review as many profile as you can, be comprehensive. The more thorough your search, the more likely you are to find a good match.
Your Profile
The more information you provide, the greater your chances are for finding that perfect room or roommate. Typically, the more detailed your profile is, the better your matches will be.
Be Honest
Don't try to pass yourself off as something your not. The best roommate for you is someone that's similar to you or has the same goals. For example,
do you want to live with a male or female, non-smoker, pets or no pets, etc. Do you mind rooming with a student if you’re working?
Although your criteria such as age, gender, sexual preference is important, it may be less important to you than on behavioral attributes, such as cleanliness, partying habits, guest policies etc.
Communication
Most roommates are proactively contacting their matches to find a room or roommate. Check your messages, email or phone calls regularly and reply
immediately if you are interested.
Hopefully, these tips can help make living with your roommate easier. Staying open-minded and being respectful may also make life easier for you both.