The 12 Biggest Mistakes You’ll Make The First Time You Live Alone

Mistake #6: Misjudging the responsibility of pet ownership

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You can have a puppy, or you can have nice things. Not both. One. (And by the way, ‘free time’ counts as a nice thing).

Once you understand that, you are ready for the joys of pet ownership.

 

Mistake #7: Not cleaning up after yourself

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You may think that you can get away with leaving the occasional plate in the sink – but don’t. It’s a trap. You let things slide for one second, and suddenly you’re sharing your shiny new apartment with ants, flies, and maybe even the occasional raccoon.

Written by Mary McCaw

Mary is a freelance writer and editor. She's based in San Francisco, but lately, home is wherever her suitcase is. If you really are what you eat, she is at least 50% pizza.