After living alone for 5+ years, I have to now decide if I want to (1) still do so at the expense of my wallet or left kidney or (2) go back to living with roommates/flatmates.
I’m also reading up on rent control and the Rental Adjustment Program and…buddy, it’s quite easy to tell which buildings are rent-adjusted based on available amenities or appliances alone.
I will say that the pandemic has resulted in some amazing deals (e.g. 2-3 months off rent), but knowing that my future leases will have an effective ~25% rent increase is…oof.
Just…breathe.
