AhoyGoFuckYourself OP t1_j8na1eo wrote on February 15, 2023 at 3:51 PM

Reply to comment by siamesecat1935 in What can I do about exorbitant rent increase? I know all municipalities have their own laws regarding rent increase, but who do I contact? by AhoyGoFuckYourself

Yeah, same boat. I just wish I could save to buy a house. This situation leaves me feeling financially insecure.

siamesecat1935 t1_j8ndrie wrote on February 15, 2023 at 4:15 PM

I totally get it. Although I am close to retirement, and have always rented. When I was younger, I never made enough to buy, as well as made some bad financial decisions. Now that I can maybe afford to, prices are so high its not happening. I just am grateful that I can still pay my rent and other bills. I know others who are really struggling.

ThatEcologist t1_j8ob2gt wrote on February 15, 2023 at 7:51 PM

I’m almost thinking of skipping the renting part and just sucking it up and living with my parents for a bit longer, to save for a down payment.

AhoyGoFuckYourself OP t1_j8olgrp wrote on February 15, 2023 at 8:56 PM

I know so many young adults (late 20s even early 30s) living with their parents in Bergen county. I grew up in ocean county and it always seemed like it was frowned upon. But up here it’s really difficult to survive without first living with your parents and saving