I can't make up my mind!

[singtopher]

Posted: 6/21/07 at 4:56pm

I have lived in my apartment for the past year, and I really like it, especially my large room with a bay window. I've decorated it to my tastes, and I feel comfortable there. I look forward to spending my last year in College there.

Both of my current roomates are moving out, and I have two roomates who are moving in. The lease is signed and the deposits are in. The two other rooms are a large one like mine, and a smaller bedroom that isn't too small, but still much smaller than the other two.

One incomming roomate claimed the big room, and the other was content with the small one until recently. Both of them absolutely want the big room and will not settle for the small room. One of them called me today and proposed an offer. If I agree to move into the smaller room they will cover half of my portion of the rent.

On the one hand: Moving is a pain in the butt, even if it is down the hall. I love the room i'm in. I worked hard to make it look good. (everyone compliments my decor) I bought furniture for my room and I won't be able to fit it all into the smaller room. I wanted a place to settle while I was in college and I found it.

On the other hand: Being that this would be my final year of college, I really need to save money since I'll be moving away in a year. I could put more money towards paying off my credit cards. Also I was trying to budget so I could afford a NYC trip to see friends over Thanksgiving.

I'm looking for your imput. What would you do?

[tazber]

Posted: 6/21/07 at 5:01pm

Don't move. Never underestimate the importance of having a "home base" that you are comfortable in, especially since you've spent so much time on it. It's nice to have a little sanctuary that is all your own and to your liking.
Saving money is always good, but not if you're going to wish you hadn't moved all year.

[blueroses]

Posted: 6/21/07 at 5:04pm

I'd stay. I hate ultimatums. Also, moving is a pain in the ass.

[Unknown User]

Posted: 6/21/07 at 5:34pm

Go to sleep on it tonight, in the morning you will know what to do...