What are some less obvious “pros” and ”cons” to getting a roommate when you move to a new city for work? It would be a roommate from Facebook Marketplace that you don’t know and you’re responding about an open room

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Pro: likely new to the city as well and will become a friend
Con: social anxiety

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If you pick the right person, a good way to build a friend group.

Think wfh changes things a bit you'll need to discuss how you'd split space with them, or if one of you started to work from home if you don't already.

Also great way to save money.

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I would encourage you to vet them well to make sure you vibe, your lifestyles generally align. And ofc use that intuition of yours to determine if they are a decent person or has psycho/asshole potential. Better safe than sorry! And ofc be mindful that the space itself is nice. And big enough for 2 people + guests. Not an easy equation to solve, but rather take your time to get it right. Airbnb in Brooklyn for a couple months if you have to.

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You can move with Uhaul pods and they will store it until you need it. If you are going to nyc, it’s especially important to be careful if you decide to share, as the chances of getting a crazy roommate or landlord are very high.

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After COVID made everyone anti social you couldn't pay me enough to take on a roommate.

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Very true - seems like a no win situation lol

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