<p>I do it and don’t feel ashamed whatsoever. It was always my plan to do so for a couple of years out of college while saving up enough for a down payment/rainy day fund if I decide not to buy… I never comprehended the desperate need to have your own place when it’s financially imprudent. I completely understand those who don’t get along with their parents feeling the urge, but that’s not the case for most.</p>
<p>Co-workers and acquaintances are usually surprised when they find out, a healthy mix of jealous (“you save so much money!”) and japery (“Don’t tell the ladies!”). Overall I haven’t experienced much judging for it, including with women. So I don’t know why this is a big deal.</p>