Summer Bills

Sharing a roof with three other males has proven itself to be a fun experience yet trying and hard task. Most of the craziness died when two of my three roommates moved home for the summer. Now, the question arises about how we split the bills when the roommates are not living here.

We decided they are still responsible for the utilities. It was their option to move out during the summer, while they are still legally bounded by the 12 month lease. It might be a waste of money, but it was their decision to maintain two residences. My other roommate and I will still continue to follow energy efficient practices and conserve all forms of energy. After all, they could have found someone to sublease their room.

Other amenities like internet and cable were optional to all four of us. My remaining roommate and I have decided to do away with these luxuries during the summer. We could have paid double and continued to enjoy the high life. By ending these services, we should save about $80 per month. We can go to campus or to friends’ houses in order to enjoy their cable and internet.