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    Jimmy-T
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      QUESTION: My flatmate and I have shared for years and we’ve both had friends, family or lovers stay over for a few nights, but nothing regular.

      However, I really don’t like my flatmate’s new partner. Thankfully, they’ve been away for about three months but they’re about to return.

      I don’t want to live with a couple and I want to limit the overnight stays to two nights per week, max. Is this a reasonable thing to ask? If not, is it fair to ask my flatmate to move out? – Crowded House, Coogee.

      ANSWER: It’s perfectly reasonable to say you’re not happy with this change in your flat-sharing relationship.

      But there are two things couples do when they are travelling – they either make plans for a more permanent relationship or they realise they hate each other.  Either way you might not have to ask the question.

      If you do, give her a couple of days to get over her jet lag then gently tell your flatmate (alone) that you never intended living with a couple and either you agree on a limit or they look for somewhere else.

      Just don’t make it about her bloke’s personality – no good can come of that.

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      The opinions offered in these Forum posts and replies are not intended to be taken as legal advice. Readers with serious issues should consult experienced strata lawyers.
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