House sharing tips

If you’re the housemate that seems to always take care of everything, the burden can soon add up, and it can start to feel like your home life is another full time job. Fear not – we’re here to help you share the load, getting more people to pitch in with chores and freeing your time up to do more important things, like watching TV, mindlessly scrolling on your phone or having a well-earned nap.

Sharing a house at university can be a very different experience to sharing a house when you’re working. Not only are people less likely to be up for an all night sesh on a Wednesday, you also have different things to consider to create a living situation that suits everybody.

We’ve rounded up our best advice to help you get on just fine with your new professional housemates.

Harmony at home is what everyone dreams of – but sometimes things don’t go to plan. Here are some of the most common disagreements and how to resolve them.

Working from home in a shared house has its drawbacks. Here we look at common issues housesharers face while WFH and offer practical tips for overcoming them.

Here are our top tips for moving into a shared uni house. From getting to know your housemates to what you need to pack, here’s everything you need to know.

The move from first to second year at university often comes with a lot of change as most students will have to start paying bills for the first time. In this feature we discuss how you can keep your finances organised and pay bills responsibly.

Need some tips for cleaning your student room​? It’s hard to stay organised during each semester – discover how to keep your student room clean​ like a pro!

The move from first to second year at university often comes with a lot of change as most students will have to start paying bills for the first time. In this feature we discuss how you can keep your finances organised and pay bills responsibly.

There are actually some very easy ways in which you can take pressure off your finances and keep a student loan manageable. Click to find out more!

Whether you want to live in a massive house with all your mates or share a flat with a couple of close friends, there’s a privately rented uni house to suit you!  Split The Bills has put together this guide with our 5 top tips to help you find the perfect second-year uni house. 

Research reveals 18-34-year-olds main concerns about living in a shared house. We offer advice and tips on how to deal with these concerns and live peacefully in a house-share.

Living in a shared house with a messy roommate who always leaves their dishes in the sink can quickly get frustrating, and resentment can start to build up. If you’re wondering how to get your housemates to clean, we’ve got the solution – create a house cleaning rota! Read on to find out more.

We’ve put together some of the most popular pieces of advice for couples considering taking the next step in their relationship – especially whilst at uni. Follow our top tips to make sure you’re ready to live together and you don’t make a decision you’ll regret later on.

The move from first to second year at university often comes with a lot of change as most students will have to start paying bills for the first time. In this feature we discuss how you can keep your finances organised and pay bills responsibly.

Finding the perfect student accommodation can be tricky, and even after you’ve found the right place, you’ve got to navigate the student tenancy agreement. It’s essential you know what a student tenancy agreement is and what it typically includes before you sign on the dotted line.

The move from first to second year at university often comes with a lot of change as most students will have to start paying bills for the first time. In this feature we discuss how you can keep your finances organised and pay bills responsibly.

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If you’re in your first year of uni, you might be thinking about where you’ll live in your second year.

While living at home instead of student halls or a house share can be a great way to save money, we know that you might be worrying about missing out on that authentic student living experience. We’re here to help you weigh up the pros and cons of living at home during university, all so you can decide on what’s right for you and make the best choice for both your wallet and your wellbeing. 

If you’ve decided to leave your student accommodation before the end of your tenancy agreement, you’ll probably have to find a replacement tenant. Otherwise, you might be stuck paying rent for somewhere you’re no longer living!