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Moving in together

RukisaRukisa
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My boyfriend and I are finally ready to take that next step and move in together, and although we are not buying a house, I felt this board would be the most appropriate to post to.

We will be living in a condo that is under my grandmother's name and essentially renting it from my parents.

I am currently living in an apartment with two roomates and he is still at his parents. This is a big step for both of us and we are both a little nervous to be on our own together.

Any tips to help us get started? What should I know about moving in with my s.o.? 

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  • LarissaBLarissaB
    Congrats!  The thing I suggest the most is to make sure you discuss and are on the same page with the finances.  Are you going to split the bills 50/50, will you cover the electric and he covers the water?  Agree on what you are responsible
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  • RukisaRukisa
    Thank you! So far all our purchases have been split 50/50, but I will definitely make sure we talk to each other about financial plans and how we'll deal with it in the future.
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  • RainzzzyRainzzzy member
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    You may want to consider establishing a joint "house account" that you each contribute a designated amount to. That way the rent payment and other house expenses such as utilities and groceries can come from this account. This may be easier than each writ
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  • quiltedinkyquiltedinky member
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    What worked for my husband and I when we first moved in together was we set a certain amount a week for each other to cover gas, cigarettes and $20-$30 extra pocket money for the week. The rest was put into a joint checking account to pay bills. This w

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  • SisugalSisugal member
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    Have the lease agreement in your name at an amount you can afford alone (stuff happens and not all relationships last - be financially prepared to be on your own.)
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  • RukisaRukisa

    Thank you for the insight! He and I have been together for a little over 3 years, so we are right behind you guys!

    I am very excited and I know it will be a HUGE change. I'm sure we will definitely learn a lot of new things about each other livin

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