<prompt> Human: Im just recently out of college, and I know this isnt something people my age usually think of, but is this a realistic thing to want? Ive been looking to rent, but with prices being so high I cant justify spending nearly 900month to not even own the place. Im thinking I could find a one bedroom and live there with a friend who would pay rent. Other than saving for the down payment what would I need to do in preparation for this kind of a purchase? Any advice welcome!  <response>: No, just no. You have no down payment, you have no savings it sounds like to handle a crisis situation like the boiler dying in the middle of winter, it sounds like you dont have a super stable job and hence could need to move quickly.Youve fallen into the trap of thinking that you dont get anything out of renting in reality you get a place to live where all of the maintenance is taken care of and you can leave it quickly if need be 