If you are reading this, you have probably already decided that you want to share a flat with a roommate. However, it's a good idea to have a clear idea from the outset what this means and what the pros and cons of living with another person under the same roof are.

In this section, we will introduce you to some of the most important benefits of living with a roommate: 

- Lower costs: you'll certainly save money - usually renting a room or flat with someone will work out cheaper than paying for a whole flat/house on your own.

- More security: many people feel better when they have company, and more secure and protected from intruders and theft.

- Less housework: you can share chores like cleaning, laundry, etc. Exchanging music, movies and all sorts of other things. Doesn't sound bad does it?

- New acquaintances: your roommate can become your friend, you can meet many new people, make new personal or business contacts. You may find yourself inspired, discovering or achieving many things that would not have happened if you didn't know each other or live together.

- If you chose the option of sharing a private apartment without landlords living with you, you would avoid the conflicts that would arise from ownership or generational differences and lack of privacy.

In the sequel, in order to be objective, we will also list some disadvantages that accompany sharing an apartment with other people:

- More and more frequent cleaning - although when there are 2 or more of you you may share the work, having more people in the accommodation also means that the rooms get dirty more easily and quickly, which will also lead to a greater need for cleaning and decluttering.

- Less personal space - even when everyone has a private room, it will be almost very difficult to stay alone for a longer period of time. 

- Availability of landlords - many people who have decided to rent accommodation on their own go for the option of renting a room in an apartment with landlords or other people. This again leads to less freedom and privacy, as well as the potential for conflict.

- Harder decision making - when sharing accommodation with other people, any decision regarding the property must be agreed between you to avoid disputes and conflicts

 By presenting these pros and cons, we hope we have been helpful to you in deciding whether to share or rent your own accommodation.