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Questions to Ask Before Moving In Together

Discuss routines, money, chores, and boundaries before moving in so daily life stays smooth.

2/21/2026 · 1 min read

Moving in reveals differences quickly. These questions reduce avoidable friction.

Home routine questions

  • What does a clean home mean to you?
  • Which chores do you dislike most?
  • How quiet or social should evenings be?

Money questions

  • How should shared expenses be split?
  • What counts as a necessary purchase?
  • How do we handle unexpected costs?

Boundary questions

  • How much alone time does each person need?
  • How often should we host friends or family?
  • What does conflict recovery look like at home?

Talk through this before moving boxes.

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