Brody Thiele is a social person who's 'never really wanted to live alone', but says share housing also has the obvious benefit of cheaper rent.
Living in a share house is a common rite of passage, but it can come with pitfalls as well as benefits.The 31-year-old social media producer says share housing also has the obvious benefit of cheaper rent.It's long been a rite of passage for young Australians looking to fly the nest, but amid worsening rental affordability, share houses look to be further in demand.
Damien Patterson is the director of policy advocacy and engagement at Tenants Victoria, which gives free advice to people who rent homes in the state."It's really important to treat each other fairly to communicate often, and to offer grace where it's appropriate."An increase can leave "someone being unable to pay the rent and perhaps needing to move out", which can "destabilise" a share house.
"One good tip is to check the condition report on the property before you sign on. That way you'll understand what condition you'll be asked to return the property in when you leave."Mr Patterson says moving in with someone who you already know is reliable is a "good step".Get a mid-week boost and receive easy recipes, wellbeing ideas, and home and garden tips in your inbox every Wednesday. You’ll also receive a monthly newsletter of our best recipes.
Now 32, the primary school teacher has navigated her way through four or five share houses in Naarm/Melbourne. In her current share house, "everyone really values each other" and helps each other out with tasks such as airport pick-ups.
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