I couldn't afford to move out when my boyfriend and I broke up. We're still roommates a year later because it makes works for us.

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The author, not pictured, still lives with her ex-boyfriend.

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My roommates and I share groceries. We save about $300 a month by bulk-shopping.

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René Morrell (not pictured) and her roommates share groceries and have figured out a system that works for them.

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I fell for my neighbor, and he's now my boyfriend. We struggle with boundaries since we live so close to each other.

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The author, left, met her boyfriend, right, when he moved in next door.

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An NYU freshman is suing her roommate, accusing her of stealing $51,000 of her jewelry and designer handbags

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According to the lawsuit, one of the stolen items was a ruby necklace.
According to the lawsuit, one of the stolen items was a ruby necklace.

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I moved from Paris to a house in New York with 15 roommates. The $2,000 a month rent is fair for what I get.

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Cohabs are shared houses in cities around the world.

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I'm no longer embarrassed to have roommates at 37. Splitting rent hasn't even been the best part.

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I decided to move in with two roommates at 37.

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No partner? No problem. People are joining forces with friends to afford to buy a house

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A recent survey found that 48% of people would consider buying a house with a friend.

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I bought a house with my ex 14 years after we broke up. We're saving so much money, and I'm happier.

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Elisa Ball and her roommate, John.

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Everyone fled big cities during the pandemic. So why is your rent still so damn high?

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If you're wondering why your rent is still so high, look no further than all the people who ditched their roommates over the past few years.

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Because people ditched their roommates

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