It’s official. Signed and deposited for an apartment. Next door to where I am now basically. It is much more than I ever thought I would be spending, much more than I am comfortable with spending. I actually started bawling on the phone with my mom. The guilt is crazy, my anxiety was out of control.
I will be real. This place is amazing. It is a great price for what it is but thanks to rent control I get an awesome deal, plus half the month rent off in August. And I move in next Friday. Add in fitness center, indoor pool and lots of young people with a common area to hang out. Holy shiz. Why cry Alex?
I was luckily reminded by a good friend that this is temporary, I can afford this, my parents are willing to help out a little, I am smart with money. I need to breathe and be happy with what I just did, not beat myself up that I couldn’t find a better deal.
Woof, lots of emotions. Luckily, I will be saving a lot by getting second hang furniture or even free furniture.
Now who wants to help me move!
Yes, emotions are expected and totally okay
Congrats!!!
YAY!! Congrats!!!
Thank you thank you!
Fact: I did this same thing last year (moving into an apartment that was seemingly giant and vast and not affordable alone) and am about to do it again this year (greatest possible location, super high ceilings, questionable kitchen… but that can be overlooked) and logic-ed myself out by reasoning that if I’m spending all my sleeping time here, as well as lots of my other time eating, cooking, bathing, etc, I should try to be as happy as possible, eh? You can always make more money, but once that lease is signed, it’s a little harder to change.
Congrats!
aw I needed to hear that. Thank you so much for your kind words, I am always needed that little push cause right now I feel defeated.
Congrats on the new apartment. I’m reminded of the time my inlaws loaned us $30K to make a down payment for our house. Don’t feel guilt, just remember. 25 years later I’m getting ready to make my first tuition payment for my daughter. I’m more than happy to do whatever she needs to get her started, be safe and live happy. I’m sure she’ll do the same when the time comes.
Hug your parents, be happy and move forward!
Great advice, you are so right. They know how grateful I am hopefully!
Wahooo congrats girl! I of course know you have been nervous and anxious over this, understandably btw, but you have been dealing with it wonderfully, and I am proud of you!
Aw thanks Tessa! I can’t believe it actually happened.
YAY!!!!! SO stoked for you, congrats!!
Thanks girl, I am pretty excited.
Congrats on singing for the new apartment! It must be such a relief to get that out of the way. Now you can focus all your energy on the moving aspect. Hope all goes well and you like the new place!
I know I have to move in all alone, eek.
Yay! I think you will love living there! And don’t feel bad about accepting help from your parents. They will feel better and happier knowing that you are somewhere nice, fun and safe! And in no time you’ll be making more money!
I hope so, right now it seems a little overwhelming but I know I can do it in time.
Ooooh boy! It must feel good to have that checked off the list! One thing at a time.
It really does feel good
yeah yuhhh! Congrats. I’m waiting for the pictures
It will be bare for a while but there will be pictures next week for sure.
Can’t wait!
I am pretty excited…
AAAAH CONGRATS!!!!!!! so, I’m guessing you went with place #3?
So exciting. And of course it’s overwhelming, especially with the price, but you have awesome parents willing to help you out and your’e finally gonna have a place that’s JUST YOURS and where you can be happy, comfortable, be yourself etc. It sounds incredible! I would totally help you move lol!!
Yep, #3. Sad part is I have to move in all alone and won’t have furniture until I get some free stuff. I am gonna need help, I don’t know how I am going to do it yet.
Congratulations! So happy for you. You deserve this.
Thank you lovely!
Congrats on your new apartment!! That must be so exciting, and nice to have the weight off your shoulders so to speak!
It is true, it was a big weight off my shoulders.
1. Congrats!
2. Don’t feel guilty, this is temporary/ it is a great deal and will make you happy!
3. I would love to help you move!
4. HOUSEWARMING PARTY!!
5. I will bring arctic zero to said housewarming party!
I may have to take you up on the move although it is only a block away, I have to move all alone because my parents won’t be able to come down and my roommate is away. Eeek. I will keep in touch. Best housewarming party/gift ever! Can’t wait to hold a brunch there. I need to get furniture first.
Yayayayay!!! What an awesome news!! Congrats! It will all work out in the end
. Good luck with your move!
It was a good feeling for sure.
Yay! congrats! everything will be awesome and workout for the best! just you wait
i’ll come crash the apt when you’re all moved it 
I hope so! Plenty of room even though it is a studio, I just need to find some free furniture now. Haha
Aw thanks Alex!
Yay!! I am so happy for you! Even though it’s been stressful, I know signing and making it official must have been a load off. Just take one day at a time.
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It was a total load off, despite having some anxiety about the right decision.
Congrats!!! You’ll be so happy once you get settled in. I wish I was closer – I’d totally help you move!
Ha thanks! I have no idea how I am moving, somehow I have to do it all alone. Without a car…
You can do it! Trust me – I moved myself from FL to GA all by myself once. From the top floor of a building to the 3rd floor with not elevators. You’ll find a way, and then you’ll be so proud of yourself!
Wow, that sounds brutal.I am already starting the planning now so I know by next week I will be prepared.
Yayyyy congrats!!!
It was definitely one of those happy moments!
Congrats on the new place!! It sounds amazing and I sincerely hope it’s a positive step in the right direction
Thank you so much, I really feel this is going to be great.
Good luck with moving! Our apartment was a little pricey, and my parents thought it was out of our price range. They still do, but they’re a little happier now that they’ve actually seen it (being 26, they do not help out anymore). But… I spent so much time here. I work here, sleep here, eat here, spend my whole day here minus maybe 2 hours doing gym or other errands. So it’s important to like where you live. Plus the common area and workout room can help you meet people. Congratulations and good luck with moving and finding furniture!
I think the overall great pros of it really outweigh even a little bit heftier price tag then I wanted. I just had unrealistic expectations about what I would find in DC.
Congratulations!! It’s normal to feel a little anxious after making a big decision but from your previous posts it’s clear that you really did your research when it came to finding the best option. You seem to have a good head on your shoulders – you’ll be fine! Congrats again!
Thanks the reassurance is really helpful, especially because I still get really nervous about making big decisions like that.
I’m so happy you found a place Alex! It really sounds like it will be perfect for you
The extra money will definitely be worth it for the amenities and peace of mind. Enjoy the rest of the time with your dad!
Thanks Kimberly, I really am excited.
Oh Alex, I can so relate to this! My husband & I are currently doing a rent-to-own deal with a builder in a new construction house. We ended up going waaay over what we wanted to be spending monthly, but we are getting a lot for it. I know the EXACT feeling you’re talking about though. Feeling stressed about money is not fun. BUT, we haven’t had any issues yet & everything seems to be working out just fine. That’s great that your parents are willing to help out if necessary too!
I think I need to remember that I am pretty smart with money and it will work out. Thanks for that story,I always need inspiration.
AAAAAH,such great news! I’m so excited to getto see pictures of your apartment soon!
I’d totally come help you moving if I’d only live somewhere nearer… Sorry,Alex!
I know I need some help badly!
AHHH congrats! What area of DC are you in now?
Same area, literally two buildings down. Haha, way better building though with so much more!
Yay, congratulations!!!
Thank you!
Haha I can totally relate to being freaked out about money. But congrats!!
Aw thanks, I know I can handle it. Just have to breathe!