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Students struggle to find affordable accommodation

Australia’s largest share accommodation site, Flatmates.com.au, has experienced a 26 per cent surge in students urgently looking for accommodation in the lead up to semester one. Despite a large ...

25 Questions to ask potential roommates

Finding a roommate can be as tricky as swiping right on a dating app—there’s potential for love, friendship, or total disaster. While you’re on the hunt for that perfect living arrangement, askin...

17 Best Suburbs in Adelaide

So, you’ve made the bold decision to uproot your life and land in Adelaide—great choice! Whether you’re an international student chasing that Aussie dream or a local looking for a new vibe, the sub...

When Flatmates Become Best Mates

When Toby and Tayla answered Fiona and Sean’s ad on Flatmates.com.au, they didn’t know they’d be getting more than just some new housemates - they were making besties for life. From international ...

Can you evict a housemate?

When things go sour between you and your housemate, you may find yourself wondering, “Can I evict them?” If you’ve tried chatting it out and compromising and it ain’t working, eviction may be your ...

The Best Suburbs in Perth

All right, so you’re thinking about packing your bags for Perth? Smart move! This sun-soaked gem in Western Australia has got everything you need for a killer lifestyle. Why Live in Perth? Whet...

The Best Places to Live in Melbourne

Welcome to Melbourne! If you’re diving into uni life here or working as a young person, you’re in for a treat. With a killer café scene, endless events, and plenty of green spaces, the suburb you c...

Insurance basics for flatmates

Okay, we know: insurance is a total yawn-fest at the best of times. It adds to your monthly costs, and when will you ever make a claim? We get it, but hear us out: life happens. The unexpected crop...

Australia’s most expensive share house suburbs 2022

Are you feeling bad n boujee? Or just bad? Whether you’re after a villa with beach views, a chic pad close to the city’s best nightlife or need to avoid expensive rent where possible, we’ve compile...

Packing Tips for Moving House

Moving to a new place can mean a fresh start, new flatmates, and a change in your lifestyle. Great! The only hurdle is the move. Ugh. We’ve never met anyone who actually enjoys moving house. That...

How to budget for weekly expenses when you move into a share house

You’ve found a new place to live! Congratulations! But a new share house means new flatmates, a new lifestyle and … new expenses. Whether you’ve shared before, or this is your first share house ex...