Living on my own has really sharpened my negotiation skills and taught me how to spot fair prices.

Every time I look for a new apartment, I deliberately check out 10+ places in my budget range.

I want to know exactly which one fits me perfectly and gives me the best deal.

If I only looked at one, I'd probably end up overpaying.

What skills did you learn from living on your own and which one have really benefited you the most ?