Living with roommates is very often a challenging experience. It is common to have problems with roommates regarding noise, food, space, cleanliness, and other issues. It can be said, though, that most problems arise from lack of consideration of one roommate for another, and also from not establishing rules beforehand. What are the pros and cons of having a roommate? What should you take into account when looking for a roommate? And what arrangements should be settled before moving in?