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I know a guy who got one through the internet. He interviewed him and luckily its working out. If I talk to him soon, I will ask him where to look it up. Sharon

No, because first my house is too small, and second, I can't live with anyone (just ask my DH Joe!) But damn if I'm not wracking my brains to cut expenses everywhere I can. It's scary for me, and I'm sure for all of us to a certain extent. I said this to Martha a long time ago, we should start a commune. Maybe the hippies of the 60's weren't so far off. But if I did have to take a roommate, I'd do the obvious - check and double check references, and go with your gut feelings. Any relatives willing to take up the offer? Hugs, Marsha

I thought about it....and that's as far as it got.

If you know of a Bible college in your area, post a classified
on their bulletin board, or ask the administration how to go about it.
I'm certain there are students looking for someplace quiet where
they could study. Just a thought.
Dennis

I have had roomates in the past, all of them worked out really good, I think I found them thru roomates.com...I always liked having 30ish or 40 something males...found them to be most reliable about paying rent...lots of them around nowadays due to divorce. Always be selective and interview them at least once and verify that they are working.

This is a good thread. Now that we have been thrust into a new situation we must find new ways to manage. I have thought about taking in a college student, which is still a possibilty down the road or a mother /daughter. Still trying to work out the logistics of it.

I have thought about it but I am scared because we don't have our spouses to protect us and I don't want to be taken advantage of so I changed my mind. I have two empty rooms but still cannot imagine sharing my house with a complete stranger. Be careful and just check them carefully before accepting anyone. Good luck. Linda

Just a thought that came to mind, have you thought about renting your house and downsizing to an apartment? I'm not suggesting this because I really don't know, but thought it might work for you. You should get good rent and could even go through a realtor. Sharon

I'd caution against renting your house out unless you have a good handyman. We rented in the past. No way I'd want to do it on my own. SOME things I could handle...like screening and bookkeeping, painting, cleaning....but those big things, like plumbing, repairing walls, etc., those were more in hubby's realm.

I have a friend back home, who called and wanted to know if he could come stay by me. He's gay, so there's no love interest there, but I know him too well. He's handy around the house and all, but very irresponsible when it comes to money. I said no nicely. Told him there wasn't much of a gay scene in these parts and he'd be unhappy here. Our friendship, which I thought was unbreakable, broke into pieces a few years back when my husband rented one of our apartments to him. He kept it nice, and it was beautifully decorated, but he kept "forgetting" to pay the rent. That bridge was finally mended, and I wouldn't risk it again, though it would be nice to have him closeby.