Shortly after getting married, my husband and I had the idea to rent out the spare room in our two-bedroom apartment to help rebuild our savings. We'd just spent a lot on our wedding and honeymoon, and reducing our biggest living expense meant we'd have more money in our pockets each month. Our spare bedroom is at the far end of our apartment, far enough away to maintain our privacy, making it an ideal space to rent. Plus, a friend of a friend was looking for a place to live. Getting a roommate