Living with roommates can be fun, but it can also be chaotic. It’s not always easy to figure out how to share utility bills, the bathroom, kitchen cabinet space, and chores. If you’re wondering whether or not you’re ready to live on your own, check out these five major perks of solo renting.
1. You have total control over your bills.
Sick of fighting over the thermostat, Wi-Fi speed, or the ability to get ready in the bathroom before work? When you live alone, you have (almost) total control over everything. Keep the temperature set as you like it, stream your favorite shows without question, and shower leisurely in the mornings. You can’t get more stress-free than that.
2. You don’t have to worry about anybody else.
When you live alone, the only person you have to worry about is you. Gone are the days of passive aggressive notes on the fridge, incomplete chores your roommates suddenly abandoned, and loud parties you didn’t agree to host.
3. You can decorate the way you like.
Trying to piece together decor from several different people (and their individual styles) can be difficult. Once you rent alone, you get to choose exactly how you decorate and style your home. Your landlord might even allow you to paint!
4. Your productivity will increase.
Being alone helps enhance both productivity and creativity. This makes sense, as living with roommates provides a daily distraction. During your residency, moving into your own apartment might be a great step.
5. Budgeting will become a priority.
You might pay more in rent while living solo, but there are other ways to keep costs low. Try negotiating a lower monthly rent with your potential landlord, and look for a place that includes utilities. You might even be able to score a complex that includes an on-site gym and a covered parking spot. Regardless of what you find, budgeting will become a huge priority, and this is a great skill that will stick with you for the rest of your life.