It seems living on our own after college has become overrated. We have the concept that the economy is down, it's going to take many years to pay off our student loans, and we'll probably struggle finding a job to become financially independent. Therefore people in their twenties are not rushing to obtain those hardships.
Let's be honest, you're lying if you're saying you wouldn't want to take advantage being rent-free, as long as possible... We complain, but we love it. I'm sure we can all agree on the fact, "there's no place like home."
Living at home truly isn't the worst thing in the world. Oh and of course I complain, and there's no doubt others that live home don't complain as well. My mom and dad are not the coolest roommates in the world, but I do love coming home to a home cooked meal and I love even more not having to buy household essentials. For example I'm sure no one at home is saying, "I can't wait to live on my own so I can buy my own toilet paper, dish soup, and laundry detergent." We all have much better things to spend our hard earned paychecks on.
As long as you have the motivation and drive to plan a future life on your own, you're going in the right direction. You must have the mindset that one day you'll be able to rent or own a place. For now, it's about being optimistic for the time being, in order to make decisions that will better your future.
The best advice I can give anyone is if you have the ability to live home after college, put a dent in your loans, and save for your future.... DO IT.
For numerous reasons, especially the following...
Not having to cook dinner.
Not having a roommate drag you out on nights you want to stay in.
Your parents will never question why a twenty three year old is taking a bath.
Still being able to live with you pets!
Having your parents believe things your friends would automatically call you out for.
Your childhood bedroom.
Family movie night..."More popcorn please!"
Your mom's Sunday dinner.
Being able to ask your dad for a few extra bucks before a weekend at the shore.
Not having the same rules you had before you left for college.
Having your parents appreciate watching you grow and all you've accomplished.
Yet sometimes I'm not sure who's luckier, myself, or my parents...
