A Moochmate is an individual,
male or
female, that is welcomed into a group living situation with others, but is unable to pay rent or contribute to the group’s general living expenses. The Moochmate attempts to offset their inability to pay for rent and other expenses by providing services which can include, but not be limited to
cleaning, laundry, dishes,
dog watching, fruit picking and occasionally, assisting others with bathing, showering and washing their hair. However, the Moochmate is eventually asked to leave because of their drain on the wallets of the others. Moochmates typically will find another rooming situation where they can continue to
mooch. But in some instances, the Moochmate must return home to a parental dwelling. In those instances, the Moochmate is often required by the
parent to repay the most recent roommates of the Moochmate with cash after being required to get a job.
Leslie and Tanna welcomed
Donna into their apartment as a new
roommate. However, after about 3 months, they realized that
Donna was not a roommate, but rather a Moochmate and they asked her to leave.