Dear,
I have found myself in a kind of a tough dilemma. This is my first post.
I have received and accepted a job offer to work for a multinational company in my home city, where my parents live. Sor far, 3 months have passed and I have been living with them while I have been looking for an apartment. Right now, I am considering 3 possible options regarding where to live.
First:
Live with my parents. In this option, I would stay where I am currently living. It is a middle class 3-bedroom house. It is only me, my mom, my dad, and a bird. Considering this option, I won't need to pay rent and HOA fees and would count with all the convenience like not concerning about laundry, preparing dinners, etc. Probably I would help with the monthly expenses, something very discrete (2 - 5% income). The cons would relate to lack of freedom and the 35 minutes commute time (driving). In this case, I would end up saving ~ 75% of my income.
Second:
Rent a 1 or 2 bedroom apartment in a very modest condo. In this option, I would have no air conditioning or any amenities (like pool). The apartment itself is very simple and the neighborhood would be loud (a lot of people and car noises). The apartment is close to work and I can get there walking (15 min) or 5 min by car. In this case, I would end up saving ~ 60% of my income.
Third:
Rent a nice 2 bedroom apartment with air conditioning and amenities. The apartment is very nice, very comfortable. The apartment is close to work and I can get there walking (15 min) or 5 min by car (same distance as the second option). In this case, I would end up saving ~ 50% of my income.
About me:
I am 32 years old, live in Brazil, no wife, no kids.
Thank you for the help.