Solo senior was being priced out of her California home until she did THIS!!!

[@elizabethcalef6225]

I'm a tenant. A really good one. My experience with landlords is that most of them shouldn't be. I've lived with landlords who are alcoholic, diagnosed bipolar, liars, thiefs. No more. They want someone to pay for their house while treating the tenants poorly. This lady is an example of an entitled person. I'll bet that she kept the deposit of the tenant that moved out so she didn't really lose anything. Bad landlords create bad tenants.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Your comment makes absolutely no sense. So Bidget is entitled because she expects a person to have integrity and not sneak out like a common thief in the middle of the night without paying their rent? If you think that is acceptable behavior you are the entitled one to me!! BTW, bad tenants make good landlords stop being landlords!!

[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

@@elizabethcalef6225 - Not all landlords are bad. I was a very good landlord. The only time I kept a security deposit was on my last tenants who caused $1000s in damage. I could have sued them for the additional damages but I didn’t.

[@bdoyle061769]

@elizabethcalef6225 In the roommate agreement. It's states that if you leave without providing a 30-day notice. Your deposit will not be returned. His deposit did not cover his rent, so I was out the money. Most people collect first month last month and deposit. But realistically who can afford to do that.

[@tennesseeterri]

@@elizabethcalef6225 Elizabeth, of course she kept their deposit. they owed her rent.

[@gretchenbond784]

You might want to look at your anger and resentment. Landlords take great risks having tenants and it's not common for all tenants to think they are being taken advantage of, like you. A landlord has the cost of insurance, taxes, liability having someone in their home who could sue them for twisting their ankle on a step..... I have been a landlord for 24 years. My tenants can't afford to buy a home, or couldn't at the time. Many went on to buy their own homes. I have had tenants stay for more than a decade and they love and appreciate my house like it's their own. I'm sorry you feel so unhappy. Maybe 2025 will be a better year for you!

[@signalfire6]

I fell into a circumstance at age 65+ that ended up being the best thing ever. My aunt asked me to housesit for her for several months and I got to be friends with the 98 year old (!) man next door. He still had all his marbles and was physically active but going blind and really needed someone to drive for him, cook, find things he'd lost and read his mail for him; just everyday things that came up all the time. When my aunt returned he asked me to move in with him; he lived another almost 4 years and the money I saved on housing in that time enabled me to buy a modest house, free and clear. The need is great for senior care positions and if the personalities mesh it can be a joy.

[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

@ - That was a wonderful opportunity and to come out of it with the money to buy a home free and clear made it even better! Congratulations!

[@debracisneroshhp2827]

That was a great match! At the same time, I would be interested in knowing what year and where you bought your modest home, free and clear, with 4 yrs. of rental savings(?). 😳

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

You provided a kind and needed service which in turn helped you. That was a perfect situation for both of you

[@nr1785]

@@signalfire6 that’s sounds like it was a God-send for him and for you.

[@mai777uri]

i need someone like that. what s BLESSING!

[@MagicOfHorses9706]

My Mother was dying from cancer in 2014. One day I was at work when my brother called me and told me she had stopped breathing. I asked my boss if I could leave early (I had finished my major duties that had to be done, the other duties I could finish at a later date) and she said "of course." My mother recovered, hospice was called etc and she lived for another 3 weeks. The next day after I had left work early, however, my employer called me into her office and said to me "I'm letting you go but you can come back after things calm down" My mouth dropped open. I said "what?! You mean when she passes away?" I was just really in disbelief of what was happening, denial that my Mom was dying even. Just all of it. My boss lied to me, it wasn't okay to leave, obviously. I still to this day feel like it was all a bad dream, a crazy nightmare. I was so confused, mentallyexhausted. Of course my Mother was my priority but I also needed my job. I've always worked hard, always above and beyond and even came in on my days off to cover other employee shifts because they called in sick, etc. But that didn't matter. Everyone at that time was replaceable. I was told it was okay to leave early and then the very next day I was let go. Two months later the business shut down. She was obviously having hardships at the time. But so much grief and I was also shocked from losing my job I couldn't think straight. Some people should NOT be managers, supervisors or directors. Completely heartless. Life happens. And death. RIP Mom, I miss you every day. ❤

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

I am in a state of shock reading your comments to think that someone could be so heartless. Hard to even imagine the state you must have been in with your mom so ill amd losing your job on top.of everything else. I would hate to have thr Karma coming at me your supervisor earned. I hope you had good friends at the time to offer support and comfort.

[@TLA123y6f]

What a horrible ordeal and such a betrayal. That's something you never forget

[@Rockerlady]

I am so sorry this happened to you. I have a friend who needed to leave work early to attend her mother's funeral. She had asked for the day off, but the funeral date was moved at the last minute. The company would not honor the new date and told her she would be fired if she left early! Can you believe those creeps? She is also a person with a disability. They clearly bullied her that day. They were angry she asked to leave work early! She stayed and cried. She attended the service late! What a despicable group of individuals. These companies are heartless. Yes, FMLA should apply to these situations!

[@SeaHorseDeepDiver]

She clearly didn't have the funds to cover your salary and this was an easy opening as to not admit the truth which would embarrass her. So sorry that happened but it sounds like it had nothing to do with you

[@barbarabuford5795]

What a horrible set of traumas back to back! So glad your husband helped, he didn't leave u in the lurch. I'm still watching this, sitting on pins and needles to see what u did!

[@Rockerlady]

I would really benefit from having a roommate or two. When I changed my mind about one woman moving in, she got very angry and threatening. Ever since then, I have been paranoid about someone moving in. My fears are they could be violent or refuse to leave if we didn't get along. I have heard the squatter horror stories.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

You do have to be careful. I can certainly understand why your first experi4nce with a potential roommate made your hesitant. Perhaps someone you already k ow or is referred by someone you trust?

[@Rockerlady]

Yes. I have asked around if anyone knows someone needing a room to rent. Thanks

[@noreenn6976]

@@Rockerlady you may want to investigate what "rights' a roommate would have, good to know in advance.

[@marmaladesunrise]

That is very true. Never let a stranger in, especially to live there.

[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

@@noreenn6976- This. Landlord-tenant laws vary from state to state; even cities can have different laws. It can be very difficult - and expensive - to evict someone.

[@tamm8534]

I'm glad this arrangement is working out for her. Just want to add from experience as a divorced person who also wanted to keep my family home in Cali and took on a renter: tenants have a lot of rights, no matter what agreements or contracts you have them sign, and simply "voting them off the island" isn't so easy if they don't go willingly. Having to evict a roommate is a costly, messy, ugly process. Love this channel, and I'd subscribe to Bridgette's channel, too. Edited to add: the "liberals vs. landlords" comments going on underneath my comment are making me regret my post. This video is about ways for seniors to consider making ends meet. Tenants need rights, too. I did not mean to imply otherwise. Just wanted to add a perspective to hopefully help keep seniors safe. Peace, love, and light to all on this journey.

[@MelindaRoss-e2w]

Get a restraining order against them and they leave quickly.

[@johnballard6725]

Same in the UK tenants seem to have far more rights than landlords ?

[@fdm2155]

Don't know about more rights but most of the rules are in response to landlord tactics. Both sides take a risk in these situations. I think we'll see more of these roommate situations going forward due to rental costs and financial struggles by owners.

[@ronniemead805]

Having to evict a roommate is a costly, messy, ugly process and could also be life threatening.

[@KathleenMcNe]

In California, landlords have virtually no rights. Tenants have all the rights. The state has become exceedingly landlord-hostile. I owned an apartment complex in Glendale, Calif. The expenses and liability kept increasing, while the profit kept decreasing. Then Gov. Newsom made it the law that tenants didn't have to pay any rent during the COVID lockdown and for one year after the lockdown was lifted. Meanwhile, I still had to pay taxes, insurance, utilities, maintenance, and repairs. That was the final straw. I sold the apartment complex exactly one year ago and purchased commercial and office rental properties in a state that isn't anti-landlord, lifting a huge burden off my shoulders.

[@dianekurley4963]

I always prayed that my mother would not need me until I was retired. That happened and I threw everything- clothes, checks, bills into my suitcase and headed North. My brother, who was still working, didn’t really want me there. He said he was going to quit his job to take care of Mom. I said definitely not. You are going to keep working because you need the retirement. He thanks me to this day, that I would not let him quit.

[@zeldadesantiago7250]

Beautiful

[@msherry5]

I had a similar experience. I was partially retired when my mom broke her hip at age 89. My sister said she'd move back, but she had 2 new grandbabies who meant the world to her. My grandkids were grown. I said you stay near those babies, and I moved back. We realized my mom also had dementia so I ended up staying until her death, and my sister came whenever I needed her. I wouldn't change a thing. It was the hardest time of my life and the most special. ❤

[@armondlevinia9221]

I am trying to work 2 jobs and take care of my mom and pets and not lose our home. Wow, is it hard.

[@Rottingboards]

Does you state give you money to take care of the elderly? Some states will help you take care of your mom.

[@heidigmail1529]

there are programs for YOU to get paid for caring for your mom! Look into it to get help with finances.

[@summerstardust2064]

After my job went belly up I sold my house and bought an RV and a truck took my pets and hit the road. Have never looked back.

[@angelastewart9497]

Good because roommates sucks

[@barefootincactus]

@@angelastewart9497I’ve had roommates before too. Always ended up costing me more than I made.

[@barbarabuford5795]

​@@angelastewart9497 My experience was my sister!

[@deborahsimpson2732]

That is the key: "...sold my house..." Not that I recommend it every time a job is gone but more folks should consider it as a viable option. Especially if the market is great for sellers. Can make hundreds of thousands of dollars in profit. Then take time for time to pass and think of next move.

[@churchofpos2279]

I did something similar. I sold my house in California. Moved to a low cost state and bought a small house for cash. Now, I am mortgage and debt free. California is unaffordable for most retirees, but at least there are some alternative places to go to.

[@annjones9635]

Good for her!! Life can be one heck of an obstacle course; this woman is navigating the hurdles beautifully.

[@M.Campbell]

Anyone who thinks that the company, they work for, cares about them is eventually in for a rude surprise. Maybe there are exceptions out there, but for the vast majority, employees are just another form of office equipment. The larger they are the more apparent that is.

[@MagicOfHorses9706]

So true. I've gotten a few rude awakenings. Didn't matter how hard I worked, realizing you are replaceable is definitely an awakening. Some people just should NOT be managers or supervisors imo. Period.

[@TLA123y6f]

That's pathetic

[@fdm2155]

Of course there are exceptions but we all know inflexible and in caring jib situations are very much the norm. I was very fortunate that my employer and my dept head were very understanding when my mother was dealing with cancer. I was accompanying her to appointments for months. And was able to adjust my schedule as needed. I had two weeks off when she passed and then was able to work from home as much as I needed/wanted while I sorted everything.

[@lisalee2885]

Worked 23 years for same Property owner as a manager. I retired in October and I got a 1,000. Dollar gift on last paycheck. No card or Thanks. Following week owner told me my rent will go up every year. Last conversation I had with him. So Disgusting and he could care less. Now he wants my help with my Knowledge of the property 😮😮😮

[@dana44ism]

They only care until you are of no use to them...

[@annesmith5192]

In Canada, not only can you get time off to look after a sick relative, you get paid for it by the government. This is just one more reason I don't want Canada to become the 51st state.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

I totally understand. Thru have now passed family leave here since then. I do not know, however, if it is paid leave.

[@TLA123y6f]

I would imagine there's a lot of reasons you prefer Canada to US. And I'm American.

[@annesmith5192]

@TLA123y6f Yes there is

[@annesmith5192]

@TLA123y6f Yes there's quite a few. Which is not to knock Americans. We've traveled to the U.S. many times. It's just I prefer paying higher taxes and getting benefits from taxation.

[@TLA123y6f]

@@annesmith5192 I know you weren't 'knocking Americans". Its the system. Capitalism on steroids and we're starting to implode. A lot of insane things have been/are playing out and it's unbelievably stressful. Want to switch places : ) ???

[@tryingndoing]

So happy she found a solution for keeping her home! Smart lady. Thank her for sharing this story of her journey with us! Blessings!

[@Outdooracademe]

This woman has been through what none of us should have to deal with. Much love and luck to her.

[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

@@Outdooracademe - Yet, she’s very fortunate that she and her ex were on good terms and this helped her to keep her home.

[@bdoyle061769]

​@grumpyoldlady_rants So very true. I am very blessed.

[@cathtf7957]

I have a rental suite in a lower level.of my home. It's completely self contained. My issue is I still can't stand the invasion of privacy, combined with not knowing what shenanigans the renter is up to or may eventually decide to do to me. I have been burned before several times. It's not easy. This lady seems to roll with the punches 👍👍. I wish her well in the future.

[@kirav2536]

I have rented rooms and apartments for years. I never disrespected a landlord. You have to find people through church or people you know. It is no need to feel bad in your own house.

[@poollife777]

Don't go through the church. I hate to say it but the most needy people and the ones who need help the most are the people who are new to churches. You need to be very careful and I am speaking from a lot of experience. You need to take your time know who's real even out of church.​@@kirav2536

[@jacolinechase537]

Such a Sweet Lady. LOVE the fact that She is willing to sacrifice to keep her Home. Very SMART WOMAN!!!!❤

[@cabbking]

With the housing shortage, this kind of roommate situation is very much needed. I myself have a low wage working brother that is a “roommate” and another brother that rents out his unused rooms to a working poor family. Please give us more details a bout your rules and how you select roommates.

[@skapunkoialternativeliving6522]

You did the. Right thing, your family comes first, not the job.

[@susanpuckett6403]

No one should ever rent to a tenant without vetting them through a background check.

[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

@@susanpuckett6403 - Even then, you won’t know everything. When I had a couple rentals, I did thorough background checks as well as checked references. People had to fill out an application and, if they lived locally, I would drive by their current residence and look for red flags - things like lots of junk in the yard; broken screens/screen door and blinds. I also looked at things like the front door being dirty. That helped me weed out a few potential renters.

[@stuartloggins3691]

Good for you Bridgette. I'd quit too. I took care of my dad. And I'm a single dad with 4 kids

[@karifredrikson-lr1mm]

Doing what you have to do. Good Man!

[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

You’re right about social security not even beginning to keep pace with increased costs. I’m trying to figure out how I’ll spend the $15 raise I’ll have on my SS check.

[@lindagallaher5814]

Lol...maybe you can go "crazy " shopping at a Goodwill! 😅

[@akuaakoto4495]

There is no need to figure out how to spend it, Medicare already took care of that.

[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

@ - The $15 a month is what’s left after the part B premium increase is factored in but my supplement plan will probably increase in June and wipe out that $15.

[@lindagallaher5814]

@@grumpyoldlady_rants yes, me too. My supplement plan will go up ..also in June.

[@lindagallaher5814]

I bet we would have alot in common..I guess u r a Gemini too. My birthday is on the 13th

[@allisonsanders3384]

I love your perspective on elderly people living on Social Security ❤❤❤

[@sbuck2321]

They used to be called boarding houses way back when

[@tennesseeterri]

I thought they were called rooming houses. My understanding was boarding house meant you got room and board, which means you got some meals included.

[@mamanomusa-storyteller764]

Yes-it-was-quite-common-when-I-was-a-child-with-working-class-people.**Nothing-new-under-the-Sun!

[@kevincrowley2077]

God Bless this lady…. A survivor

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Yes she is

[@le_th_]

Isn't that what Golden Girls did back in the 80s? One owned a home and couldn't afford to take care of it, so they rented rooms to the two other seniors? The Sheldon-roommate-agreement is certainly interesting.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Yep. That is exactly what they did. Great companionship too. I have to check out the Sheldon roommate agreement. I bet it is a riot🤣

[@poollife777]

That was TV and the fact that people thought it was good when all these women did was bitching at each other and talk about each other behind each other's back and just mean stuff I would never want to live like that. And I did not think it was funny.

[@amytuttle1621]

Don't simply retire from something; have something to retire to. Start saving, keep saving, and stick to investments. Building wealth involves establishing routines, like consistently setting aside funds at regular intervals for smart investments

[@KaylaAnn11896]

Absolutely! Profits are possible, especially now, but complex transactions should be handled by experienced market professionals.

[@icucmerc]

Cox demonstrates an excellent understanding of market trends, making well informed decisions that leads to consistent profit

[@MA-KEJointVenture]

I'm surprised that you just mentioned and recommend Mr Robert Cox. I met him at a conference in 2018 and we have been working together ever since.

[@nandojuace]

Agreed! I'm celebrating £32K stock portfolio today... Started this journey with £3K.... I've invested no time and also with the right terms, now I have time for my family and life ahead of me.

[@nandojuace]

he's mostly on Telegrams, using the user-name

[@tiabiamama]

That was a great interview and it did open my eyes to a new way of life.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

I am so happy to hear this interview was helpful for you.

[@dianeandersen1926]

Great video! What a nice woman ❤

[@waitingwatching1291]

Bravo! She figured it out and found a solution to keep her house. She said it. Sacrificed to make it! I’m a widow and have thought about roommates. Did it years ago but not at my age. I’m impossible to live with. Know who you are and what you can put up with. Blessings to all the women out there who are standing tall whatever their situation.

[@tennesseeterri]

instead of getting a roommate, partition off part of the house. You do not interact. they have their space you have yours. you never see them unless you're outside

[@debracisneroshhp2827]

​​@@tennesseeterri, Yet, that could lead to a 'legal'/ordinance issue due to it being a private home creating a completely separate living space to rent out. 😳😬

[@Di-Pi]

This was my story too, I stopped teaching to take care of my mom. I wouldn’t change 1 thing.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Kudos to you!! Good Karma is definitely due to you!!

[@LaLadybug2011]

I'm sitting here hoping this dear woman, Bridgette is the person that won the 1.1 Billion dollars-so she can live out her life with no roommates! Great video. And I'm also glad she has been lucky to be safe with roommates!

[@ronniemead805]

She is the exception to the rule.

[@oldnatty61]

I love libraries. I just walk the aisles reading titles until one strikes me. I've learned so much.

[@leslievalenciano-lopez8887]

Good for her! Great interview!

[@DRventura333]

Imagine a company not giving a person time off to care for their ONLY parent who is terminally ill. Just disgusting some of these companies - the greed is beyond belief. Too many people losing their childhood homes due to very high property taxes, inflation, overvaluation, insurance, etc. Many elderly have had to borrow against their homes, put payments on credit cards, get loans from shady business, to try and save their homes. These days, bringing in another person to help you pay the mortgage , is dangerous. Vet the people thoroughly, prepare rental agreements and stipulate everything imaginable in the Lease. Just never know who that person is. The government needs to help the elderly by getting rid of Property taxes for those 60 and over and increase their social security.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

I was completely disgusted when I heard about what Bridget went thru when her mother was dying. It is a company that is a household name. What despicable greed. I absolutely agree that property taxes should be stopped after a certain age and after a person has owned a home for decades!

[@AnaViolinViola]

It’s called “a lodger” in the UK, it’s quite common here…although perhaps if you are a woman you would prefer female lodgers

[@olbird7647]

Yep, and it used to be even more common years ago. Families would take on a lodger to help pay the bills.

[@barbarabuford5795]

Makes sense to me. Right now I'm staying alone, Such PEACE Carol! My sister and I lived together in my Mom's old home, I returned home to care for her, she requested me to before she passed away in 2005. When your Mom tells you to do something, YOU DO IT! My sister, came home soon after, Never or rarely helping with her care. I discovered my sister had Alzheimer's a few months ago. I finally got her to go to the Doctor, accompanying her. She's presently with other relatives in another state, relatives who wouldn't believe me when I told them something was wrong with her, ..all of the things she use to do to me- stealing- had to put a lock on my door- but she knew how to pick locks, curse me out for No reason, once she stole my keys and locked me in the house for hours! Mom's house has window guards and iron doors so if there had been a fire...? My siblings have Never apologized to me, never acknowledged that I told them the truth, that hurts. They couldn't believe she had Alzheimer's, she's 71. Anyway, I'm saying all of this because I don't believe I could ever live with roommates. I suffered enough with my sister- had to lock myself in my room at night! I couldn't move because I only receive Social Security, and after dealing with my sister's 'antics' for several years- Some caused by Alzheimer's, I don't think I could live with renters or live in a senior high rise. I'm very happy this lady's rental solution is working for her! ..It's been about 4 months since my sister has gone to live with other relatives, they picked her up. Seems I Smile more often and I cherish each day now! I've joined a Community Center, can play Bingo, have lunch with other seniors there, exercises, they have a Bible Study day, even joined the choir singing in the Christmas program! Can go to another Center for Water Aerobics too, etc. I love my sister, So sorry this disease process is in her life, but thankful to God she's Not here with me anymore, I finally have Peace. ♥️

[@fj-revisited]

I’ve co-inherited one house, co-owned another, and owned my own, plus been a landlord. All of that is in my past, properties sold, not going back. Happy to rent with freedom and flexibility now.

[@tennesseeterri]

That is great as long as you can find a place that you can afford to pay the rent. Most cannot.

[@fj-revisited]

@@tennesseeterrigranted, yes. Everyone’s situation is unique to them, certainly. I’m tainted by the financial crash of 08. I survived it, finances intact, but it took ten years. For better or worse, I’m willing to wing it, housing wise. But, that’s me. 😊

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Everyone has to do what works for them.

[@marih3286]

My cousin inherited her parents 3 bedroom 2 bath house. It's taken a couple of years but she now has 2 roommates. Both women are employed full-time. It's sad that they don't have a choice in today's world😢

[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

I owned two rental homes a few years ago and background checks are essential. However, those checks don’t tell you if the person/people are slobs/destructive. My last tenants lived in the house for just under three years. They caused $1000s in damage. I like the idea of creating intentional co-housing for senior women. The process to accept someone would be more involved than just screening a potential tenant.

[@shirleygriffin7672]

Just got home from the gym. Watching now and sharing the. Thanks for sharing this story....................from the Ozarks, rain ☔ 67 degrees

[@inthesun3884]

I think this is a great idea that I would want to do if I found myself retired and alone.

[@IrateMoogle]

Cohabitation and multigenerational homes will become the norm. Younger generations won't be buying homes when they cost seven figures and jobs are still paying $40k/yr.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

I really believe you are right.

[@angelastewart9497]

She made the right choice . My mom comes first .

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Absolutely!

[@TodaysBibleTruth]

You are becoming very good at this, Carol. The videos present very well. Good job!

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Thank you so much😊

[@yolie32228]

This Lady has choices. She has chosen to remain in her home, and I understand she likes the San Diego Area. Yes, it is an extremely desirable area. However, sometimes in life we have to "weigh what our primary comforts are to maintain a certain lifestyle"? She gets by on renting her rooms, allowing her to continue living in her home due to the income she receives from room rentals. When in life, is it time to ask yourself " I'm at the latter years in my life, am I happy having to rent out rooms to get by"? I have a friend who is retired, has a nice home in San Diego. Close to the beach. She is a Divorcee. Since San Diego, is Prime Real Estate; she sold her home. Bought a very nice condo in Reno, NV. she rents out. She bought herself a very nice condo in another area of U.S. With all her equity, from sale of San Diego home; she paid cash for her both properties. In conversation she tells us, her friends and family; " I regret not making my decision sooner". She is very happy in her life, she travels and is not burdened by any financial issues and is not pressured by her living conditions.

[@bdoyle061769]

That's so wonderful for her. Being a transplant from upstate New York, I guess I really treasure the weather we have here in San Diego.

[@deborahsimpson2732]

That's what I'm talking about. Sell that house in the outrageously priced homes on the West Coast. Make that huge profit. Get rid of the roommates. There are loads of wonderful places in our country to live a peaceful, not-having-to-deal-with-figurin'-out-stuff calm life. Just sayin'.

[@karifredrikson-lr1mm]

Notice: She didn’t have ANYTHING GIVEN TO HER! She used her head & chose to be wise! No Hand Outs!

[@queserasera1674]

Different strokes for different folks. She still has to deal with being a long distance landlord to a renter. At least Bridgette can keep an eye on her property.

[@bdoyle061769]

@queserasera1674 I live there with them in the property.

[@cwstyle3]

Hi Carol. Thank you for sharing. Best wishes to her in the near future. ❤️🙏🏼. Blessings to you Carol. ❤🙏🏼

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Thank you so much! Blessings to you as well.🥰

[@SS-bq1yv]

new sub. just happened to have this channel show up on my suggested watch list. what a delightful interview: both the host and guest - very classy. looking forward to watching more vids on this channel.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Welcome to Glow. I am so pleased ti have you as a Glowbie. Come join us every Saturday at 3pm for our Live chats.

[@alexandrajablecki]

This lady would be a great property manager

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

She really would.

[@92Tulips]

Seems like a nice lady, hope she does a channel 😊

[@esteeb42]

I commented on my iPad but I don't see it here on my phone sorry if I'm repeating myself. My husband passed away about two and a half years ago. We have a house together in southern california. My son is living here now as he is separated from his wife.. I have a hard enough time living with him and I love him LOL I don't think I could do the roommate thing but everyone is different. I would probably sell and downsize if he ever moved out he helps pay the finances..

[@LifeBetweenTheDash]

Makes sense but hardly any downsizing opportunities in San Diego. Even less so if she has to split the proceeds with her husband.

[@esteeb42]

@LifeBetweenTheDash both my sister and mom live in San Diego...Rancho Bernardo and East San Diego.. its a beautiful area but yes...very expensive. My sister in Rancho Bernardo is 60..she shares often that if she were to lose her high paying job she doesn't how she would afford her condo. My mom in east San Diego lives in a run down duplex and pays more than my mortgage... I've been living in the same home for almost 30 years and I wish my mortgage was paid off however we have had to borrow against the equity. I still owe $130,000 on it with a $900 a month mortgage.. people have answers for what they say they think I should do the answer is.. you have to do what works for you.

[@ezmealstravels9221]

You'd be surprised! Nowadays, most people are out there working 2 jobs and they're hardly home. Everyone's trying to make ends meet somehow. ❤

[@meg-so4ev]

Lost condo rented 28 yrs cuz landlord want fix up, charge double. Didn't fix heat, air -saw ad. Only got 3500 renter..wanted 39 month. Paid his friggin mortgage. Bought van, lived there shopping center. Many hoops later, VA assisted roof over head. San Diego County

[@dews3340]

Thanks for sharing today. Canadian model and Actress Dayle Haddon, 76 years old was found dead in her 2 story house, located behind her son in law's home from carbon monoxide leak. A 76 years old man is hospitalized too in Pennsylvania........ stay safe seniors

[@TLA123y6f]

I've never understood the whole carbon monoxide leak deal. Where does it leak from????

[@carollynt]

Typically a heating source such as a water heater or furnace that is not properly vented to the outside.

[@TLA123y6f]

@@carollynt It expels carbon monoxide?? I'm sure you're right seeing as how I know nothing about this stuff so I'll just take your word for it. Thanks for responding.

[@sherylmarshall2602]

Yeah I would watch Her too. She's doing what she's got to do.😊

[@CBReal1290]

Lovely and inspirational interview. So happy she made a way to stay... in her home!

[@leoprincess205]

I needed this video! Thank you for sharing. I will do the challenge as well! Best of luck to you!!

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

You're welcome! Good luck with the challenge! Let's do it together!

[@ezmealstravels9221]

My husband and i are empty nesters and we rent out 2 rooms to males. They work 2 jobs so we hardly see them. We mostly rent to people who are referred to us. Never had a problem thank God. 🙏. It's been years on and off. Plus we get to travel with the extra money we make. 🤑

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Sounds like you have a great system!

[@seraphim_sounds]

Thank you for sharing. My husband & I are both cancer survivors. I’m also disabled from a car wreck. I depend on my husband financially & don’t know what I’d do without him. I don’t get disability. I pray he doesn’t die before me. & I don’t even want to think about my parents dying. They’re in their 70s-I pray it’s not for a long time.

[@cathyann6835]

If you’ve been married at least ten years, you can go on your husband’s social security if he passes.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

How wonderful you ajd your husband beat cancer. I pray you have your parents with you for a very long time! Do check to find out what your options would be for collecting on your husband's SS should he depart this earth before you. Hopefully, however, that will be a long time away also.

[@barbarabuford5795]

When u said, I have roommates, it was like that movie kid that said, I see dead people, So funny, LOL! 👍♥️ And 'Congrats' on your solution for keeping your home!

[@rebeccadear9190]

This was very educational..ty for all you report on!

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

You are so welcome. I am glad it was helpful.

[@GG-qy2wy]

God Bless this Lovely Lady! So much sadness, turmoil and that Company that fired her! Put, she persevered! Thank you, Miss Carol for your kind way of interviewing. 🫂🙏❤️

[@olbird7647]

The company didn't fire her- they couldn't or wouldn't grant her indeterminate leave to care for her mother. It's not clear whether she was eligible for FMLA but she chose to quit her job.

[@Reba-123]

Rents in London are astronomical forcing many of us out

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

That is what I have heard. Same in Vancouver amd other large cities in Canada and Australia.

[@deedeeotero4475]

Why doesn't she consider selling her house, buy a smaller one or condo & move somewhere that's more affordable? This way should won't have the need for room mates,

[@bdoyle061769]

I did try this option, and it did not make any financial sense.

[@deedeeotero4475]

@@bdoyle061769 how can downsizing (to fit your budget) not make any financial sense? Can you explain that? I only ask because many seniors find this to be the only solution.

[@signalfire6]

@@bdoyle061769 I'm in TN; bought a modest house in good condition (2002 built, 3bed, 2 bath on 1/3 acre) with cash from a live-in home health aide/companion situation. My taxes are only $200 a month, and the utilities are reasonable. Total housing expenses under $500 a month. I have a roommate, an old friend who is a joy to live with; our personalities are much alike (introvert, an hour a day of talking is all either of us can handle) and the rent he gives me pays for the utilities and insurance. I've lived in San Diego and know the appeal but there are plenty of cheaper places in the states. No worries here about wildfires, drought, earthquakes or landslides, either. On the Cumberland Plateau at 2000 ft elevation and so floods aren't an issue either. It pays to do research, haunt Zillow and see what's available.

[@charlotteshergur8787]

Such a nice lady.❤

[@NatKekuna2012]

I can tell you love the library. Smart, beautiful, knowledgeable…need I go on❤

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Aw, thank you😊 I do love truly love the library. I still remember as a kid bringing home piles and piles of books to read each visit along with my younger brother. I couldn't believe such a wonderful place was free. LOL

[@sweetsperfection860]

You can't allow one's emotional attachment override the basic sense of survival. Many blessings ❤

[@lindaselover2536]

I also live in an expensive area and had roommates live in my 2nd bedroom downstairs with a very casual 1 page agreement. Then I had someone who said that their apartment house had burned down and just needed a place for 2 months, and when i said that I could not get it ready in time, she said she would help me. I let her move in with out checking references because I was leaving that day on a trip. I had to evict her - she had lied about everything. It took me 6 more months (unpaid) to get her out, and the lawyer wrote it up that I was taking it off the rental market and now I cannot afford to live here by myself. Fire insurance had been almost $10,000 per year, I got it down to $4500, but it can still go up every year. I am still working at age 75, part time to pay all of the bills. I am going to have to sell and move into a van in order to retire. It seems that there are people out there who prey on older people to rip them off. You really need to get the background checks and credit references before you let someone move in. Sad to have to leave my home of 40 years.

[@aiwi9498]

Look into retiring in another country where it’s much cheaper yet has good medical care and weather 🎉

[@signalfire6]

This is late stage capitalism. People are getting desperate and Trump is NOT going to save them; it'll get even worse with him and his billionaire friends in charge.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Yes. It is critical to do a thorough background check. I am so sorry to hear that you have to leave your home. I don't know where you are located, but have you co sidereal a tiny home community. I absolutely love Tiny Tranquility. I will leave you a link in case you want to check it out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3LYfGuYqtl5h7ssi=hWNGNqreW3wb9CJg

[@lindaselover2536]

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 Thank you.

[@Wildflower63]

Wonderful, original and very interesting story. Thank you!

[@2dodger2]

I do the same thing. 6 housemates in a 7 bedroom house. They cover the mortgage this past 15 years

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

👍👍👍

[@orawancarlile6192]

Her situation is common in many households in California to take in others helping to pay off the mortgage.

[@jonathanjacques7250]

She needs to move on, not a great situation. Cashout & downsize.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

It is not that easy. There are tax considerations as well as Prop 13 in California which significantly lowers taxes for folks in California who have owned their home for many years

[@robotlife2025]

If you choose this route, make sure that your tenant signs a contract that allows you to decide that you can have them move out.

[@bdoyle061769]

I do.

[@Myraisins1]

This is so normal and regular in NYC.

[@mamanomusa-storyteller764]

The great writer Langston Hughes did-a-whole-series-of-stories-in-book-form-about-living-in-a-rooming-house.

[@lori6156]

How do solo women with no caretakers manage when they have numerous chronic conditions/surgeries?

[@dixyschu951]

Really interesting vlog. I sure hope Bridget starts her YT channel. Thanks for a get vlog!

[@grettalemabouchou6779]

I lived out there for 25 years. I am happily ensconced elsewhere. Our home is ours, free and clear. We saw the writing on the wall in 2001 when cheap apartments went condo. My condolences to you and stay tight with Jesus.

[@debbibobetty5620]

OMG I live in California right outside of San Diego and everybody does this now there can be eight people in one house sharing the rent so everybody looks smoothie. I think people in California are either crazy or cool, you have to discern who's going to stay with you no contracts no nothing they're in or they're out. It pays the four and $5,000 mortgage or more though. It's the California Dream remember

[@anntunaley9974]

What does it mean to look smoothie?

[@debbibobetty5620]

@anntunaley9974 as in telling their "friends" that that home belongs to them and neglecting to say that they have roommates. They always meet up at the bar or other places lol I promise you I have neighbors that do it all the time. Acting all cool is being smoothie

[@3generations393]

Great interview ladies, thank you 🙏❣️

[@canopusstar5157]

I have been alone most of my life and when I had the opportunity and was financially secure, I bought land in the rurals of NM, had a small house built and moved there. Unfortunately bad decisions and circumstances destroyed both my financial security and my physical integrity by breaking leg and ankle. However, after 6 months in Nursing home, I fought my way out and came back to home. I couldn’t walk very well when I arrived but the life style and my dog demanded I walk, bend, carry, and drive. I have greatly improved since returning, have new neighbors who are very helpful, and intend to stay here as long as I can. I’m 77, doing well.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

I am so sorry about hear about your difficulties. But, how wonderful to have great neighbors!!

[@michelle7352]

I had male roommates for years. No issues, they were helpful and great tenants. I'd almost rather have a male than a female. I did have one female roommate when she was in an abusive relationship and I rescued her. But she didn't last too long. She got a job and moved in with a friend. I was always about 20 years older than my roommates. I did consider having a roommate again when I retired, but decided instead to sell my house and move to the city and retirement complex where my brother lived.

[@gbmarie836]

She should be very careful about the possibility of a squatter moving in. The law protects them and you cannot get them out. If someone moved in and they became disabled or even pretended to be disabled she could find herself with a permanent resident who doesn’t pay rent and they could make her life miserable. I have seen videos on this and it is very disturbing.

[@rhondamcknight2596]

Before i had to take care of my brother, i was looking to see my condo and pay cash for a smaller home far away but still in SoCal. With no mortgage, i could afford property taxes, utilities, etc., i had planned to stay in CA as long as i could. Now i am dealing with both a mom and brother with dementia.

[@karifredrikson-lr1mm]

GOD bless. A hard road for you.

[@judithgrace9850]

God is great.

[@kathleennece715]

Interesting video. Thank you.

[@jojo8523]

Enjoyed Bridget and would like to know if the roommates use the kitchen?

[@bdoyle061769]

Yes they're allowed to use the kitchen. But I often find they very rarely use it.

[@cindynok]

My question is what about codes? In my area most housing is in single family residential areas. People need to check with code. Where does everyone park?

[@tennesseeterri]

they park the same place as a family where everyone had a car. in the street or in the driveway

[@cindynok]

@@tennesseeterri Many homeowner associations do not allow parking in the streets.

[@msherry5]

A friend of mine missed being with her mom at the end of her life because her boss wouldn't give her time off. 35 years later she is still bitter. That job was with a non-profit, BTW. It's not only corporations. Point being, you made the right decision, as you already know.

[@RhodaStone]

i live in San Diego too! i will subscribe!❤

[@nr1785]

Good on her. I thought about doing this but at the time had a teenager and it just wouldn’t have worked. Had to sell instead and have always regretted it.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

We do the best we can at the time.

[@ksweet696]

Not everyone just gets married in their 20s and settles down with one family. For example, with college-age kids in the 70s, group houses were normal. Many of us continued to have roomies for years until we were older. It's actually much more common than you think. And it can be a great life, esp when you're younger.

[@amberm3193]

I’ve rented a room for 21 years and lived in two different homes who had another renters. One renter became a threat to my safety. I also had one landlord who became a threat to me. It’s definitely challenging and I always try to avoid people who have other renters. I currently live in a guest house. But I still have to deal with the land lord who is disrespectful. He doesn’t pose a threat to me but he definitely makes life stressful at times. I really can’t afford to move so I tolerate his crap. Preparing for possible full-time van life in the future because if I have to move or my expenses rise I will have no other option that would allow me safe shelter at this time and I don’t see that changing since I have no one to lean on for support if needed. So I am preparing for my future. I’ve thought about a KZbin channel myself but it seems expensive having to purchase equipment needed and also trying to create content interesting enough that doesn’t expose my personal life. You are very kind to offer to help her. I believe sharing is a gift it allows others to relate and learn from each other. Thanks for sharing!

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

It certainly can be challenging living in someone else's home or on their property. It is wise of you to be planning ahead in case you have to move. As far as being expensive to start a KZbin channel, it really is not. All I use is my cell phone and a small hand held tripod. I also have another taller tripod which I rarely use and neither is expensive. I wdit my videos and do the thumbnails also in my phone.

[@coraleez]

Great interview, thanks for sharing ! What are the questions to ask in order to uncover if someone is a fit prior to meeting in person at your house? Thank u!

[@millies.8810]

Renting out the bedrooms not being used has always been what I saw widows do when I was small. In fact, my mother's friend had converted part of the porch to another bedroom to rent out. It can work if you find people that are healthy and have the same values as you.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

It absolutely can work and cam be a great source of needed income without having to leave your home.

[@dvssayer5621]

I want to see her channel. Many will be needing to do this! Living on ss and if a spouse dies, there goes half the income! Its like they did long ago like boarding houses!

[@zeldadesantiago7250]

What a solid person

[@romeysiamese6662]

Former graphic artist and school, teacher was with my mother when she passed away too. It did put me in a different financial situation. 60 now working retail, have a family member that I rent a home with. Trying to save a lil, feel like Im just floating thru the days. Retirement illusions I suppose.

[@lisadamele1108]

Why is the interviewer the one telling the story? Let the woman tell her story herself

[@Patrick_Ross]

A good interviewer leads with questions and suggestions. Don’t see a problem here.

[@teriscott685]

When I got a divorce we just sold the house and split the profit and I bought a cheap condo,wounder why she and her ex didnt do that

[@wandah9468]

Roomies work well, but i wont lie, its not easy getting good ones! Its best for us seniors to get a roomie over 55 years old. Millennials wont last long, theyre at a different time in life. If they get testy because you want a credit check or their work verification, drop them like a hot potato. Legitimate people have no problem proving that they are legit. Together we can live well.

[@winkieblink7625]

House mates, actually.

[@Babu-kr3cr]

Bosses act like tyrants like they get of on power tripping and being callous towards people. If you don't let people live normal lives while working for you, people aren't going to want to work. Then they complain they can't find employees, but no one wants to work for a boss who treats them like a slave or a spare part. This lady has a talent for management if she can manage all these male roommates. Maybe she should have hired an assistant to stir and pack the candy while she just oversaw the operation. It is a shame when people retire out of their profession and leave no one to take their place. At least she is still fighting to keep her place and not giving in to the high cost of living.

[@ginasewsandgardens]

COVID forced me into retirement and then I got sick for a couple of years. During my life I have been a pastor's wife and a stay-at-home mom and so there wasn't a lot of income. After a divorce 15 years prior to being forced into retirement it meant there wasn't a lot of work time so my social security was small. Yeah I have two strangers living in my house it's the only way I'm able to do it

[@signalfire6]

You're lucky you can do that. NO ONE should depend on a man or a marriage to provide for their future.

[@marih3286]

California has a program called FMLA. It guarantees your job while you take time off for serious medical situations for yourself or immediate family members IF A PHYSICIAN CERTIFIES the need. Maybe the San Diego to Rochester distance had something to do with her not getting it😢

[@dreamzofhorses]

That’s the case now here in CA now but not back then. FMLA is also without pay. Yes you get your job back but what do you live on until then? It’s better but not the financial solution.