A recent survey conducted by Compare the Market reveals that over half (54%) of UK renters believe that their wealthier flatmates should contribute more to shared household expenses. This sentiment arises as many renters, facing rising living costs, have resorted to taking on additional jobs or side hustles, with 50% admitting to doing so just to afford rent. Despite these efforts, 61% of respondents feel they have not achieved the financial independence they expected, and 68% claim saving for a deposit is unattainable due to high rents. The survey of 2,005 renters also highlighted that 73% believe more should be done to make renting affordable, with many spending about 30% of their income on rent. Additionally, renters are often uncomfortable managing shared expenses, with 59% feeling uneasy about asking housemates for owed money. The research underscores the pressures of shared living, where financial strain and differing lifestyles can lead to conflicts among housemates.