Picture this: you?re officially married to the love of your life. You?ve had a beautiful wedding, you?ve spent an incredible week at a romantic honeymoon spot, and now it?s time to officially begin your life as a married couple. You get an Uber from the airport, still glowing from your week of rest, relaxation, and romance, and get ready to head home?to your parent?s house.
Not exactly the idyllic fantasy you had in mind" The truth is, this situation is more common than you might think. Between the rising cost of living, the weight of personal debt like student loans, and the sky-high housing market in many major cities, more and more millennial newlyweds have no choice but to live at home after they tie the knot.
There?s no shame in living with your folks while you and your spouse save up for your own place or make alternative living arrangements. However, if you?re going to put everyone in one house, there are a few things you need to know. Here are a few tips to help you navigate living with your family when you’re newly married. Ground Rules Are Essential
If you are even considering moving in with your parents (or your in-laws, or your grandparents, or any other family members) after your wedding, the first thing you should do is sit down with your family and have a heart-to-heart. Make sure everyone is on the same page with your living arrangements, and make sure you all know what to expect from the situation.
All family members should have the opportunity ...