Living With Strangers Instead of Friends After College; Worth It
Business Insider • • technology
Key Points:
- After graduating college in 2023 and moving to San Francisco for work, the author chose to live with strangers rather than alone or with old friends to encourage socializing and shared expenses.
- The author found three roommates through Facebook groups, all of whom were also new to San Francisco, which motivated them to explore the city together and form genuine friendships.
- Living with strangers allowed the author to confidently communicate household expectations without fear of damaging pre-existing friendships, improving their living situation.
- Despite initial awkwardness and potential compatibility challenges, thorough vetting via video calls helped ease anxieties and build trust before moving in.
- The positive experience has led the author to value living with new people and plans to continue this approach if relocating in the future.