1. They avoid video calls
If someone refuses to hop on a quick video call before you commit, that's suspicious. It takes 10 minutes and tells you more than 100 messages ever will.
2. They're vague about their job or income
You don't need their payslip, but "I'm into business" with zero details is a flag. You need to know they can consistently pay their share of rent.
3. They want to move in immediately
Urgency isn't always bad — but if someone is pushing to move in tomorrow without wanting to discuss logistics, ask yourself why they're in such a rush. Were they kicked out?
4. They have no online presence at all
In 2026, having zero digital footprint is unusual. It doesn't mean they're a bad person, but it makes verification harder. Use Flatmate's ID verification to be safe.
5. They dismiss house rules
When you bring up cleaning, quiet hours, or guest policies and they wave it off with "we'll figure it out" — they won't figure it out. People who respect boundaries discuss them upfront.
What to do instead
Trust your gut. If something feels off during the matching process, it probably is. The Flatmate app lets you see vibe scores, read reviews from past flatmates, and verify identities before you commit.