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The Regret of Solo Living
An author reflects on their decision to live alone during their studies, contrasting it with the social and financial advantages of shared housing and the different types of shared living arrangements.
German
Germany
Germany LifestyleHousingFinancialStudent LifeSocial LifeShared Living
Che (Gemeinnützige Centrum Für Hochschulentwicklung)
- What is the author's main regret regarding their housing situation?
- The author regrets never having lived in a shared apartment, missing out on the social benefits and shared experiences that come with it.
- What methods do some shared apartments use to select their residents?
- While some shared apartments have rigorous selection processes that include interviews or 'casting calls', others prioritize practicality and shared financial benefits over close relationships.
- What are the primary financial advantages of living in a shared apartment?
- Shared apartments are significantly cheaper than living alone, especially regarding rent and shared costs like utilities and groceries.
- What specific event made the author realize the benefits of shared living?
- The author's experience of watching the US election results with friends in a shared apartment highlighted the social benefits and companionship that they had missed by living alone.
- What are the two main types of shared apartments discussed in the text, and how do they differ?
- There are two main types of shared apartments: 'Zweck-WGs' (purpose-built shared apartments) which prioritize financial savings and may lack close personal relationships and traditional shared apartments that emphasize community and friendship.