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How to deal with bullying housemates.?

Im a male, and I live in a flat with a couple and a girl.

The couple are a nightmare. They blame me for electricity bills cos I've a computer (even though they cook more, wash more, use radiators more, and use virtually everything else more than I do),

They pester me with complaints if I leave a plate out or drop crumbs (even when they do it consistently too) they try to criticise every aspect of the way I do laundry, they send messages to me when I'm away complaining of minor things like a missing tea spoon,

They falsely accuse me of not cleaning or buying things for house (when they disobey the their own cleaning rota and kitty system.

They say nothing to the other girl, cos the women are friends, so she sees nothing wrong. I can't leave the house cos there's no where else to go.

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  • 6 years ago

    Why can't you leave? It really isn't worth putting up with that behaviour and it is unlikely to change. "There is no where else" doesn't make sense as this world is full of possibilities. It might not be easy to find the right one in the right area, but if you don't hunt you will never know.

    It also doesn't sound like you are doing everything you can to keep them off your back. Leaving plates laying around and dropping crumbs are easily sorted (eat at the table, eat in your room, pay attention and clean up after yourself). Maybe some of their complaints are valid?

    As for bills, buying food, cleaning etc, you need to have a clear system that everyone agrees on. Pay a set amount or pay an exact quarter, whichever it is should not be debated because you know where you stand. As for the computer, they use very little power, if the bill is high it will be due to the big use devices like hot water, heaters, dryer and cooking.

    You should make sure the system is clear, make sure you clean up after yourself, and get the place as happy as it can be until you find somewhere better.

  • 6 years ago

    If you are in a roommate situation, it's often horrible; I've learned that.

    It sounds like the three of them were already there, and you moved in? it means, the three of them have a system, and they needed extra rent.

    You do have rights. Look up (Google search) your state's Landlord/Tenant Laws and compare them to your lease. You might have a right to move, depending on what you signed, and you might be able to get your security deposit back.

    Unless rules are in writing, it's hard for either side to enforce any "agreement," and it's your responsibility to understand rules you agreed to. If it's important enough, you might be able to contact a lawyer.

    When I'm in an awful situation, I usually start hunting for apartments and don't say anything about it until I give 30 days notice. But, again, you have to figure this out on your own.

    I've found it's easy to FIND a roommate, but whether they are the one you want to LIVE with, is a whole other story.

    Be sure to always to background checks and drug screens unless you know the people. Also, if they are doing anything like using illegal (other than weed) drugs or giving alcohol to minors or stuff like that, you can go to the police and almost always invalidate the lease.

  • 6 years ago

    Given the impact this living arrangement is having on your life, it would be beneficial for the four of you to have a sit down, honest discussion about the situation. Keep it non-aggressive, non-confrontational and have each of you share your experiences/observations about what has been happening under your roof. If you feel you are being isolated or targeted in some way, ask the couple to clarify. If you are going to continue to remain in this flat, together you need to set and understand the ground rules and boundaries for your household.

  • 6 years ago

    Time to find another flat, mate. You and your flatmates need to sit down and talk about things. Clearly you all prefer to be passive-egressive that deal with issue as adults. There should be clear agreement about how costs are split, the standards for housekeeping and the like. If you are not comfortable with those rules (fair or not) and you are not the primary tenant, you should give notice and find someplace to live with people who are more like you.

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  • Anonymous
    6 years ago

    Show them how the bullying feels. Late at night, take a dump in the middle of the floor. Then blame the couple for doing it. Demand that they clean it up immediately or else you will call the landlord. This should teach them a lesson.

  • 6 years ago

    Your best bet is to try to move out. Are you working? is there anyone that can help you move out? Ask around for anyone to help parents, relatives or friends.

    In the meantime if you can sit them down and be honest with them and tell them how you feel might help not sure.

    If you can talk to a counsellor about this may help too.

    Hope all works out for you.

    God Bless~

  • 6 years ago

    find somewhere else to go, that way you wont have to live with bullies

  • Anonymous
    6 years ago

    stop being a pig and leaving crumbs everywhere.

  • 6 years ago

    They sound awful. Sorry I cant help.

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