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.