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Calculators, planners, and quizzes for roommates. All data stays in your browser.
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Rent Split Calculator
Split rent by room size, income, or custom weights. Handles couples, private baths, and weird situations.
Open Tool →Utility Split Calculator
Fairly divide electricity, water, gas, and internet. Accounts for AC units, space heaters, and usage differences.
Open Tool →Moving Cost Estimator
Estimate truck rental, boxes, deposits, and first-month expenses. Don't get surprised by hidden costs.
Open Tool →Roommate Compatibility Quiz
Answer 12 questions and get a compatibility score. Better than finding out you're incompatible after signing the lease.
Open Tool →Security Deposit Calculator
Track what your landlord can and can't deduct. Know your rights before you move out.
Open Tool →Shared Budget Planner
Plan monthly shared expenses before you move in. Groceries, cleaning supplies, toilet paper — all of it.
Open Tool →From the Blog
I Lived With a Couple for a Year. Here's the Real Math on What They Should Pay.
Couples as roommates are controversial. I lived with one for 12 months and tracked every dollar. Here are the actual numbers.
2026-10-07How Much Should You Budget for Move-In Costs? (The Real Numbers)
First month's rent plus deposit is just the beginning. I tracked every move-in cost for my last three apartments. Here's the real total.
2026-09-21The Truth About Craigslist Roommate Ads (From Someone Who's Read 500 of Them)
I've read 500+ Craigslist roommate ads. Here's what the language actually means, and how to spot a bad situation before you waste your time.
2026-09-08What to Do When Your Roommate Brings Home a Pet (Without Losing Your Mind)
My roommate brought home a dog without asking. Here's how we handled it without anyone moving out.
2026-08-29I Made a Roommate Schedule and It Changed Everything (Even the Bathroom)
We were fighting about the bathroom every morning. A simple Google Calendar fixed it in a week.
2026-08-16How to Break a Lease Without Losing Everything (I've Done It Twice)
Breaking a lease doesn't have to mean losing your deposit and paying penalties. Here's what actually worked when I had to leave early.