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This is part three of a five-part series on solving all-too-common roommate issues that arise when you move into your first apartment after graduation (click here for part one and part two).

Today I’ll tackle the sticky subject of: Mooching. All too often one roommate may think it is fine to eat another roommate’s food or use your shampoo, while someone else in the apartment is very protective of their stuff. So, what do you do? Just like with almost all other roommate disputes, communication is of the utmost importance.

Have a talk early on when a roommate moves in (try having a big potluck dinner the night they move in) to set the ground rules and explain pet peeves - explaining that you don’t want your things messed with at this point in time, will come off as a warning, not accusations. Having the talk early will prevent bigger explosive arguments down the road.

And remember: if you’re already living with roommates, don’t assume that it is okay to use their belongings. Check with them first to make sure it doesn’t bother him or her.

Stay tuned tomorrow for part four.

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