Moving in is hard, but moving into your partner’s current home?
Here, find six expert tips for moving in with your partner to their home.
Jacob Kountz is a marriage and family therapist based in California.
Verbalize your expectations prior to moving in
Who puts away the dishes?
Who cleans the toilet?
Who pays for groceries?
Emmy Crouter, LSW, is an individual psychotherapist based in Denver, Colorado.
Identify what expectations you have…and let [your partner] know by sharing this information with them.
double-check to ask how you might respect their existing space and routine.
Get clear on finances and expenses
Are you expected to split their current rent and utilities?
How much money can you realistically afford to contribute toward living expenses?
Scheduling aregular money datewith your partner can help facilitate this.
Asserting boundaries in the situation of moving in is technically a tilted process, says Kountz.
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Emmy Crouter, LSW, is an individual psychotherapist based in Denver, Colorado.
