Redditor Gives Roommate Ultimatum To Vacate Their Shared Apartment Over Unpaid Rent, Gets Threatened With Legal Action

We've all heard stories of roommates gone rogue, but what happens when empathy and patience are tested to their limits? We found a relatable tale on the r/ChoosingBeggars subreddit, which narrates a Redditor's experience with a roommate who seemingly believes in the "live now, pay later" mantra.

Having a roommate is often a rite of passage. From shared bills to shared memories, it's a relationship that can be as fulfilling as it is challenging. However, the scales tip when one party refuses to uphold their end of the bargain, as was the case with our narrator's (OP) roommate

OP explained that their roommate, who has been jobless for four months, was currently 3 months behind his share of the rent. While OP was lenient enough to give him time, his lackadaisical attitude towards job hunting gave OP the feeling that he was taking their kindness for granted.

This pushed OP to threaten the roommate with eviction, thus triggering him to take job-hunting more seriously. Despite his "late efforts," OP was already convinced that he had no real plan to pay off his debts.

Interestingly, debts were merely one side of this roommate's frustrating side. He had a habit of being nonchalant towards household chores, often needing constant reminders to contribute to the cleanliness of the house.

What made this more annoying was that OP, despite a grueling 70-hour work week, managed their responsibilities with diligence. This disparity created tension, and the roommate's entitlement only added fuel to the fire.

So the question arises: Should OP keep trusting their roommate despite failed promises, or is it finally time to part ways for good?