Living with a roommate off-campus during college or university can be fun and exciting. It can also provide constant companionship and someone to split the bills with. Roommates come with benefits; but inevitably, there comes a point when students may begin to feel the desire to step out and live on their own.

Here are 5 signs a student may be ready to live alone:

1.  Alone time sounds appealing

• The noise and bustle of roommates may have become overwhelming
• Coming home to relax and unwind without interruption is important to you

2.  Finances are stable

• Expenses and income have been compared in a budget and going solo is feasible
• You have some savings put away for a rainy day

3.  Adulting isn’t a problem

• You are capable of paying all the bills on time
• Cooking and cleaning is okay with you
• You can keep up with your laundry!

4.  Independent character

• Rainy days can be handled emotionally on your own without a roommate
• “Rolling with the punches of life” is a sign of being ready to live alone
• No fear of living individually

5.  Living essentials have been dealt with

• You know the commute to school, stores or other amenities and transportation is arranged
• Furniture (or a furnished unit), linens, kitchen utensils, toiletries, etc. are all lined up
• Awareness of fire safety, security precautions and lease requirements

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