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Would this put you off?

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Lizaaaa · 29/06/2024 14:42

I went on a LOVELY date a few days ago with a man. He was courteous, sweet, we got on so well and he's asked me on a second date already. It felt very natural and like we'd known eachother for ages. I do really like him.
Anyway, I'm a bit concerned that he told me he's still living with his mum at 29. He told me he did have a roomate but they moved in with their girlfriend so now he's back at home and saving for a house. He's a tree surgeon but he works for a company, not self employed. I've got my own place and I'm younger than him.
I'm looking for a man who is financially stable and who can take care of himself so I don't have to mother him basically. Do you think this a red flag that he possibly can't or shall I give him the benefit of the doubt?
What are your thoughts? Would this put you off?

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Overthebow · 29/06/2024 14:48

If he’s got a decent career, works hard and is actually saving for a house deposit then no, at his age it wouldn’t put me off.

innerdesign · 29/06/2024 14:44

No not at all, as long as he was working and had plans to move out in future. The fact he lived with a roommate before is a good sign. Life is expensive, if you can live with parents and save to buy it makes sense to. DH lived with his parents when I met him (aged 27) and I owned a flat. No issues.

LadyWhistled0wn · 29/06/2024 14:43

No, not everyone can afford to rent and save for a mortgage at the same time. You sound really judgemental, maybe best to let him find someone kinder.