It is almost impossible to live with a stranger, or even a friend, and not have problems once in a while. However, the worst kind of problem you could ever really have is with money. Whether it be a problem with paying rent, one with paying utilities or a problem with theft, money is often the root of all truly serious roommate arguments, so here are a few things you can do to solve any lingering problems.

Sometimes, people worry that they had money or something valuable stolen by a particular roommate. Before you force a confrontation and possibly end a friendship, you need to make completely sure that you are, in fact, missing what you thought you were missing. Calling the police in a situation like this is pretty much pointless, so you are going to be left to resolve the issue yourself.

Once you’ve confronted your roommate, it will likely spell the end of your situation, no matter if they are guilty or innocent. It would be tough to live with someone if they just accused you of theft, so be prepared to move out or to have your roommate move out after the argument ends. If you feel that nothing is getting resolved, you can speak to a lawyer to see what your options are. Most lawyers have a free consultation service they offer that can help you figure out if you have a case without spending any money. Remember, don’t act unless you are absolutely sure there is a problem.