Dear Queenie,
A friend and I have been talking about buying a house together to save money on rent.
Queenie, do you think this is a good idea?—Retired woman
Dear Retired woman,
Before taking such a drastic step, why not rent a house and live together for a while? It would give you a chance to see how well you get along in close quarters without committing you to anything more permanent.
Meanwhile, you both should consult separate attorneys to learn about the legal aspects of your plan, such as the effects on your heirs if (when) one of you should die while you are living together.
