<prompt> Human: Hey everyone. I just graduated from college with a decent-paying job 36,000 per year and I currently pay 400 in rent for a room in a house with 6 other roommates. I keep readinghearing advice that its irresponsible to get a place of my own and a pet. See here: My parents, bosses, friends all say that its a terrible idea, but Im really tired of living with that many other people.The place Im looking at now would raise my rent to 700. I have student loan payments of around 50 a month. I think I can afford it. Is this decision really that irresponsible? Anyone else have any experience with this?  <response>: Fuck this noise OP. YES live alone if you want to. Its a sacrifice, but you can do it if you want to spend money on rent instead of a couple good nights out. I dont live with other people well. I found a cheap ass apartment and I find that living alone and having complete control over my bills like only heating one room in the winter to save money, and not worry if my roommate is going to pay rent. works best for me. Do what you want as long as you can afford it. I love alone. I have pets. No regrets. 