Brazen Roommate Tricks Their ‘Friend’ into Paying 2x the Rent Every Month, Gets Caught Redhanded

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Jesse Kessenheimer • Writer and Editor
Jan 9, 2024 1:00 PM EST

Nobody likes a moocher, yet it seems like they're the ones always coming out on top. Symbiotic acts are rarely rewarded and it seems like the folks riding the coattails of the hard workers are easily flung to the top of the ladder. It's easy to rebuke the moochers of the world with a scoff and a glare, but does a simple slap on the wrist ever teach them a lesson? Usually not. 

However, catching a moocher red-handed can point out their dirt-baggery in the most satisfying way, reminding good folks that we too can have our moment in the sun. 

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  • In our next story, a moocher gets exactly what they deserve after attempting to take advantage of a friend's ignorance. Counting on the assurance of their homie's deep pockets, one audacious roommate decided to see how long they could ride out being a lecherous parasite in their shared home. 

  • Scroll onward to enjoy a bad roommate story that will make your dorm-mate in college seem like an angel in their own right. How could a few late-night wake-up calls and a lack of cleanliness in the kitchen compare to the malicious intent of making your best friend unknowingly pay your rent? 

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    r/r/badroommates Posted by u/raemissiii 17 hours ago HAS MY FRIEND TRICKED ME INTO PAYING HER RENT ALL YEAR? I typed it out but can't paste it here so please read it from the notes picture and help me! Sorry and thank you guys!!
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    < Notes *** 7 January 2024 at 22:03 I'm a uni student and last year a friend of mine asked me if I'd like to move in with her as her boyfriend was moving out of the house that her parents had bought for her. She initially said that the rent was 200, bills included as that's what her and her bf were paying each to her parents. She then told me (4 days before moving in) that the rent is 400 (bills included).
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    Which I was shocked about as that's not what I had agreed on but because I had no other plans or accommodation for that uni year, I agreed. She said her mum (the landlady) gave her a contract for me to sign and me being young and dumb, signed it without reading it properly. Moving in was the worst thing I've ever done as
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    she has been one of the most disgusting and dishonest person to live with and keeps the place nearly inhabitable. Which is why I want to move out ASAP and looked at my contract. It says it's JOINT contract and has both of our names and both of our signatures and says it's £400 a month. Which has now made me suspicious that I've been paying her part of the rent too since I've never discussed it with her mum.
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    Tenant Agreement Document

    X Tenancy Agreement.pdf ASSURED SHORTHOLD TENANCY AGREEMENT This de 4 Û IMPORTANT This agreement contains the terms and obligations of the tenancy. It sets out the promises made by the landlord to the tenant and by the tenan landlord. These promises will be legally binding once the agreement has been signed by both parties and then dated. You should read it carefully to ensure it contains everything you want and nothing that you are not prepared to agree to Whilst every attempt has been made to
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    Signed total amount of $400/mo

    COMMENCEMENT date; from and including: EXPIRY date; to and including: 1.10A RENT 400.00 £ 1.11 A security DEPOSIT of £0.00 14 July 2023 13 July 2024 1.10B. NOTE: A PART RENTAL PAYMENT OF £200 IS PAYABLE ON JULY 14TH 2023 A PART RENTAL PAYMENT OF £200 IS PAYABLE ON JUNE 30TH 2024 per calendar month of rental period Rent is payable in advance and is due upon the LAST DAY OF EACH MONTH and the first payment (or proportionate part) is to be made on or before the signing of this agreement. #400 то CA
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    -_Marcus Aurelius_-- 17 hr. ago Looks like you have lol I would not consider that a friend confront them. 1.4k Reply Share Mrmastermax 15 hr. ago Yea OP she does not consider you as a friend too.
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    raemissiii OP 17 hr. ago Thank you guys! I just wanted to make sure that I am getting scammed by her before I took further steps. I feel absolutely disgusted by her and didn't know how of a person she was until i movies in with her. Thank you for your advice guys!
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    wethecrime edited 16 hr. ago 16 hr. ago. So can you talk to your landlord, her mom, and see how their relationship is and see if your terrible roommate, her daughter, can find a new place? She hasn't paid rent and clearly you do.
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    Ancient-Coffee-1266 - 16 hr. ago A great lesson to heed at a young (any really) age is to stand up for yourself. Many imagine yelling and aggression, but it does not have to be like that. Stay calm and just speak your truth. Don't be afraid. If you lose resolve, think about how much money she owes you or how much you could have saved without her being deceiving.
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    raemissiii OP 16 hr. ago You're right!!! There's nothing more I want to do than do things to her that'll land me in jail. But I need to keep composure! I must stay out of jail and get my degree...and move elsewhere
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    Ancient-Coffee-1266 16 hr. ago Of course. The more calm you are, the more your point will get across even if you continuously repeat the same things. Calm and firm. 19 Reply Share ... brucecali98 12 hr. ago "If you're right, you have no need to get angry. If you're wrong, you have no right to get angry." -Unknown
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    198 Blueberry-Common 9 hr. ago . Agree 100% with the advice. Do not shout and get angry because all the mother/landlord will remember or take from the conversation is that you shouted and were and angry. State facts rather emotional feelings. She is naturally going to want to defend her daughter but if you have facts is will make it easier for her to understand. If you have any evidence or photos of her making the place uninhabitable offer to share those too. Good luck!
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    reallybigloser 16 hr. ago . hoping it works out for you! i'd be so disturbed by the idea of someone tricking me into paying their rent and not even having the decency to live cleanly. that's a whole scam x2 62 Reply Share raemissiii OP 16 hr. ago Thank you!!! I think I've let it go this far because her boyfriend is my boyfriend's best friend and everything just puts everyone in an awkward situation. But I just can't take it anymore !!00
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    tgcam4 8 hr. ago Polt twist: her boyfriend broke up with her cos he found out he'd been paying her rent for the last year. Reply Share 22 anxiousjellybean 14 hr. ago Her boyfriend moved out too though, so there's a chance he'll fully understand.
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    nuggetghost 15 hr. ago be sure to threaten to take her claims court for the $200 each month you've been paying extra 27 Reply Share to small cubangirl537 15 hr. ago OP should definitely do this, take her scammy roommate to small claims court. Unless she pays it all back within 30 days.
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    ksteph22 12 hr. ago Odds are her mom has no idea she's doing this and is sending her 200$ a month still for rent.
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    ZookeepergameDull848 12 hr. ago She will pretend she didn't read the contract correctly again, but obviously she is aware she's paying zero. I think it's smart you review the contract with her mom first. Play dumb. "I was re-reading the lease and just to confirm I'm reading it right, tenant 1, friends name, pays $200 and, tenant B pays $200, right?" And let her respond. If she confirms yes, then tell her you've been paying the full amount. How is she not realizing no transfer by her daughter is
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    AlternativeBusy9980 15 hr. ago Just go straight to the landlord/parents. Let them confront it. If they aren't terrible people they should deal with her personally.
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    Ohmygoditskateee 14 hr. ago I think you should contact her mother without her knowing so she can't come up with some . Maybe her moms legit and would side with you. It's worth a try.
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    FAASTARKILLER. 16 hr. ago If shes willing to pull a fast one like this over 200/mo on you, she is 100% the kind of person that would pull the "i dont have enough for my part of the rent this month due to [insert excuse here]". Do not trust her for going forward and for the love of god never blindly sign a contract like that
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    raemissiii OP 16 hr. ago I'm aware now! I only did it because she's was a good friends (or so I thought). I'll never be making this mistake again. Thank you!!
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    HAS MY FRIEND TRICKED ME INTO PAYING HER RENT ALL YEAR? FOR RENT
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