You've decided to move in together! You picked the perfect spot! So you should just start packing right? Wrong!!
There's a lot of conversations to have before you move in together. It's important to work these things out prior to the move as it will definitely help to prevent a lot of stress and possibly even a lot of fights later on.
Here are some of the pre-move in convos I recommend having:
- Paying the bills- How is it going to work? Is it going to be an even split? Are you going to pay the rent, while he covers the rest of the utilities? These are important decisions to make prior to the first bills rolling in. Also, be honest about what you can afford!
- What you're bringing, what he's bringing- Imagine moving in together and you both brought a couch or you move in and see he packed that leather chair that you just hate. Prior to moving in it's important to discuss what you're bringing and also what you plan on getting rid of. Prior to moving in with my fiancee I had to get rid of SO much stuff that I couldn't believe I accumulated over the years. It may be difficult, but also probably necessary.
- The new items you plan on buying- There might be a few new large items that you guys need to purchase. This is your chance to start crafting your living style as a couple. Do some shopping around and don't break the budget
- Chores- This may sound like a ridiculous conversation for 2 adults to have, but a necessary one I think. One person cannot and should not clean an entire house or apartment all of the time. I'm not saying make a chore chart like from back in the day, but have a discussion.
- Routines- I'm sure you've had a lot of sleepovers, but sleepovers and living together are 2 totally different ideas. If you're someone who falls asleep early or needs to make their own morning coffee or have 10 minutes to themselves after getting home let your significant other know ahead of time.
- "House rules"- Boys night in on a Thursday when you have work the next day? Having your sister over for Real Housewives every night? Your usual routine of having friends over all of the time or having your parents come over whenever they want is going to have to change. You have someone else to think about now.
What other conversations did you have before moving in with someone? Or did you skip the convos altogether?
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