First Week With a New Roommate Checklist

The first week sets the tone — use it to build good habits and open communication.

Day 1: Exchange contacts, share Wi-Fi, give keys, and do a quick home tour.

Day 2-3: Discuss house rules, set up shared accounts, and establish a chore rotation.

Day 4-5: Do a shared grocery run, set up expense tracking, and plan a casual dinner together.

Add them to HomeCo immediately so they can see the chore schedule, shared expenses, and house agreements.

Download HomeCo — the free app that makes splitting rent, tracking bills, and managing your shared home effortless. Available on iOS and Android.