WITH the cost of living crisis making it tougher than ever for young people to fly the nest, finding an affordable, comfortable place to live feels like winning the lottery.
Sky-high rents and deposit demands mean many are staying put in the family home for longer.
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But one savvy TikToker has revealed how she’s managed to get her own luxurious two-storey place which is essentially her own apartment – and all for a mere £100 a month.
When TikTok user @yamajammehh shared a video of her immaculate, all-white loft space, complete with a stunning skylight, it quickly went viral with 1.4million views.
But it wasn’t just the plush aesthetics that caught people’s attention; it was her candid revelation about her incredibly affordable living situation.
The video starts with her jokingly referring to her gorgeous space as an apartment, before quickly correcting herself and explaining that it was actually her bedroom in her family house.
She then went on to say how she pays her mum £100 in rent each month, going on to say how she feels this is a “normal thing to do” at her age.
Yama then went on to ask her 33.1k TikTok followers if they still live at home, and if they pay their parents rent, as well as asking parents if they would charge their kids rent.
The rest of the video shows her meticulously cleaning her large skylight, a task that’s clearly not for the faint of heart given her high ceilings.
The TikToker then went on to explain a simple cleaning hack to clean her window.
She uses a simple combination of Fairy liquid and disinfectant spray, along with an old “scrub mummy” to tackle the grime.
She also addresses a common question from her followers: has it ever rained through the open skylight?
Her honest answer? “Yes! Literally multiple times especially when I wake up in the middle of the night and I can hear the rain literally falling onto the carpet below.
“You would think I would have learnt by now.”
Her video shows off modern living as her parents’ decision to build her a spacious, self-contained loft bedroom means she doesn’t have to move out, offering a fantastic solution that benefits everyone.
And it certainly sparked a conversation in her comments section as 1,407 people rushed to write down their thoughts on her video.
One wrote: “Girl you’ve got a mini apartment inside your family home that’s so cute!!
“I pay £200 a month and I do the WiFi bill and my own food shop. I’ve been doing it since I was about 18 ish.”
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A second added: “Look so nice, well done on you for helping your mum give a little bit back and show independence.”
While a third said: “My parents charged me, but when I was buying my house they gave it all back. They saved it for me all along.”
And a fourth commented: “I would never charge my child to live in my house.
“He didn’t ask to be born so I’d never take his money if he was old enough to pay.”
10 DIY hacks for under £1 each
These simple and affordable DIY hacks can help you get creative while saving money
Homemade Air Freshener:
Mix baking soda with a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Place it in a small jar with a perforated lid to keep your home smelling fresh.
Upcycled Tin Can Planters:
Clean and paint empty tin cans to use as stylish planters for herbs or small plants.
Custom Phone Stand:
Use a sturdy piece of cardboard or an old plastic credit card to create a custom phone stand. Decorate it with washi tape or paint.
DIY Lip Scrub:
Combine sugar and a bit of honey or coconut oil to make a natural lip scrub. Store in a small container.
Personalised Bookmarks:
Use old greeting cards or decorative paper to create unique bookmarks. Punch a hole at the top and add a ribbon for a finishing touch.
Decorative Mason Jars:
Paint or decoupage old mason jars to use as decorative vases, storage containers, or candle holders.
Easy Cable Organiser:
Use empty toilet paper rolls to organize cables and cords. Decorate the rolls with colorful paper or tape.
Magnetic Spice Jars:
Attach small magnets to the lids of small jars and stick them to a metal board or fridge for easy-access spice storage.
Handmade Coasters:
Cut out squares from old corkboard or felt and decorate them with paint or fabric to create custom coasters.
Natural All-Purpose Cleaner:
Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of essential oil for a pleasant scent. Use it to clean surfaces around your home.
