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I have a big house

And now its just me living here.
I was thinking of getting a boarder and renting a room.
Will I end up buried in my cellar or will it be fine.🤷‍♀️
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Sell it and get a van
dancingtongue · 80-89, M
Selling it and downsizing might be a safer and better option. Sounds more daunting, I know. Didn't look forward to uprooting and moving to an entire new community when my wife's mobility issue pretty much dictated we needed to and I still miss the old neighborhood. But exploring new surroundings is fun as well. If you do decide on taking in a roomer I would read Talking To Strangers by Malcolm Gladwell, which is an eye-opening and scary look at how bad we are in judging people we don't know -- and it seems it is because of the way humans are wired to judge strangers -- and how those who should be best at it (law enforcement, judges, intelligence services) actually are the worst at it. Then if you still want to take in a roomer I would look to some screening/placement service (colleges needing housing for students, nonprofits serving those in need) which have done some background investigation on candidates for referral.
Zeroyasha · 26-30, M
If you can't find anyone you can always get a pet.
We were fortunate and our family was great, but it's not always the case.
Be exceedingly cautious, if you opt to rent it.
It's actually a risk, as some point out.

Perhaps, consider selling it or keep it for now.

If you do get a smaller house, you can also buy an RV and travel the country, sounds like a blast.
Mardrae · F
I have a small house and have been renting my two spare bedrooms for the last 7 years since my husband died. I also did Airbnb for a few months but hated it, so went back to renting my rooms. I’ve had some really good roommates and some really bad ones. Make sure you put everything in a rental agreement.
chrisCA · M
Just screen potential candidates. 😅
carpediem · 61-69, M
I had the same question. Tired of the maintenance. But nothing beats having the family over so I decided to stay put for awhile longer.
PoeticPlay · 51-55, M
Remember to be stoic and cryptic, sarcastic, and sensual.
And carry a big smirk.
You'll be fine.
whowasthatmaskedman · 70-79, M
You're American.. Dont do it.. You would be safer offering to share the place with a not for profit half way house..😷
gdon39 · 46-50, M
I hope not. I eventually sold my big house bc It seemed silly to live there all alone.
Teslin · M
A renter is cool. Maybe a friend?
But, you could always sell and downsize ?
Strict4u · 56-60, M
Better be very careful and check references close
More than likely it will be fine.
SumKindaMunster · 51-55, M
How about a pet first?
HoraceGreenley · 56-60, M
You'll be fine
Jimmy2016 · 61-69, M
🤔..........How big?
strongbow · 46-50, M
Sell it and downgrade

 
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