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What are your thoughts on living in your childhood home with your spouse as an adult if its the city you are currently working in (i.e. LA/SF)?
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, living in your childhood home as an adult with your spouse can have both advantages and challenges, especially in cities like LA or SF. Here's a breakdown:
Advantages: 1. Cost Savings: Avoiding rent or mortgage payments in high-cost cities like LA or SF can significantly ease financial pressure, especially early in your career. 2. Familiarity: You’re already accustomed to the area, which can make the transition smoother and provide a sense of comfort. 3. Proximity to Family: If your family is nearby, it can be a great support system, especially if you plan to have children.
Challenges: 1. Space Constraints: Depending on the size of the home, it might feel cramped or less private, especially if it wasn’t designed for multiple adults. 2. Independence: Living in a childhood home might feel like a step back in terms of personal growth or independence, which could impact your relationship dynamics. 3. City-Specific Issues: In cities like LA or SF, factors like commute times, neighborhood desirability, and local amenities could play a big role in whether this setup is practical or enjoyable.
Ultimately, it depends on your personal circumstances, relationship dynamics, and long-term goals. If the home meets your needs and aligns with your lifestyle, it could be a smart move financially and logistically. However, if it feels limiting or doesn’t suit your vision for adulthood, it might be worth exploring other options.
Sources: Help Convince me to go to San Francisco, Why would anyone willingly choose to live in NYC / SF / CHI?, New York or LA, Why would anyone willingly choose to live in NYC / SF / CHI?, Worth It: Moving from NYC to SF/LA?
With or without parents? If its without parents who cares, if it's with parents and you didn't have a spouse then that'd be a barrier to finding someone, but if you've already got a spouse then all that matters is you are both on the same page about your goals and lifestyle (i.e. it's only maybe a problem if your spouse isn't happy with multi-generation living and you're forcing it)
Personally I couldn't stand living with my parents or in-laws, but just like having kids it's more about a compatible answer than finding the "right" answer
Without parents. Wouldn't it be weird to raise a family where you grew up?
I’ve thought about buying back my childhood home in Hawaii. I’m social media friends with my old neighbors from 20 years ago. We had to sell it early in my career after my dad had a stroke and I found out there was a second mortgage on the property and that we could not afford to keep the home.
Raising a family there would be so awesome in my opinion (we had a pool!). However, we have a good life here in San Francisco, so probably won’t happen. Definitely crossed my mind.
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