{"id":14939,"date":"2021-11-24T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-24T20:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/content-manager\/?p=14939"},"modified":"2023-07-22T11:36:33","modified_gmt":"2023-07-22T15:36:33","slug":"6-tips-for-finding-a-roommate-when-youre-50-plus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/blog\/6-tips-for-finding-a-roommate-when-youre-50-plus\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Tips for Finding a Roommate When You\u2019re 50 Plus"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Having a roommate isn\u2019t something that is restricted to any specific age. Sure, it\u2019s true that people are more likely to room together when they are younger, but there are still plenty of reasons\u2014new city, divorce, increased living expenses, etc.\u2014people who are 50 years and older might be looking for a roommate.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

In fact, according to one recent study, searches for roommates done by people over 50 have been increasing twice as much as they have been with any other age group. Looking for roommates is especially common in cities with larger populations, such as New York<\/a>, Los Angeles<\/a>, or Chicago<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Finding a new place to live can be exciting. But it can also be a bit overwhelming at times\u2014especially when you know you\u2019ll need a roommate that is yet to be discovered. And if it\u2019s been a while since you last went hunting for a roomie, you might not know the best way to get started.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Fortunately, there are quite a few things you can do to help make your search for the perfect roommate just a little bit easier.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Use a Roommate Matching Website<\/h2>\r\n

These days, there are resources on the internet that can help you find just about anything\u2014including responsible, likeable, and compatible roommates.<\/p>\r\n

RentHop<\/a> is a great resource that you can use throughout the apartment hunting process. The website allows users to search different NYC apartments, along with other apartments in a growing number of cities. By finding an apartment (or list of apartments) you know you\u2019d like to live in, finding your roommate<\/a> when you’re 50 or older should be a bit easier.<\/p>\r\n

Identify Your Personal \u201cMust Haves\u201d\u2014and \u201cMust Not Haves\u201d<\/h2>\r\n

Not everyone you meet is necessarily someone you\u2019d want to live with\u2014and that\u2019s okay. However, there is no denying that creating a clear list of wants and don\u2019t-wants will help significantly improve the odds of finding someone who is compatible. Start by thinking about the kind of place you\u2019d like to live in. Do you need a place that is pet friendly<\/a>? A place with a garage? A place that is in a certain neighborhood or within a certain commuting distance from your work?<\/p>\r\n

You\u2019ll also want to think about your own personality. Are you a morning person or a night owl? Do you enjoy taking it easy or are you always trying to socialize? Whatever your answer to these questions might be, taking time to consider these things will make it much easier to narrow down your options.<\/p>\r\n

Use Social Media<\/h2>\r\n

Just about everyone seems to be on social media these days (including 69 percent of people between 50 and 64), which can be a great resource for making new connections. And, in fact, there are often groups created to specifically help people find roommates or make friends in a brand-new city.<\/p>\r\n

Facebook is particularly helpful for finding roommates. If you\u2019re looking to live in a large city like New York, you should be able to find dozens of these groups with just a few minutes of searching. However, to ensure that the person you are considering living with is compatible\u2014and is who they present themselves as online. It is usually a good idea to meet up in person, at least once, before committing to a lease.<\/p>\r\n

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