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Moving in is a major step that brings unspoken patterns, habits, and expectations to the surface.

Before you take that step, watch for these signs:

1. How they respond to your boundaries around space and time

Do they respect your need for alone time or take it personally?
How they respond to your autonomy now often predicts how they’ll navigate shared space later.
Healthy cohabitation requires both connection and respect for individuality.

2. Their willingness to discuss practical matters

Money. Chores. Guests. Daily routines.
Someone who’s ready to live together won’t avoid these conversations or get defensive - they’ll engage with openness and maturity.
Research shows that couples who communicate clearly about logistics before moving in experience greater long-term satisfaction.

3. How they treat your space and belongings when they visit

Do they leave things as they found them? Ask before rearranging or using your items?
Small behaviours signal big patterns. Respect for your current environment often reflects how they’ll treat your shared space.

These conversations might feel “unromantic,” but they’re essential for building a healthy future together.

The right person will appreciate your thoughtfulness about this milestone, not resist the discussions.

Moving in together magnifies existing dynamics - it rarely solves underlying issues.

Make sure the foundation is strong before you share a roof.

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