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Living away from home

Living away from home

Top advice for millennials living away from home, including finding the right first home, paying bills, budgeting and university accommodation.

last updated:

9 September, 2024

Companies in Hong Kong provide long-term storage for all kinds of belongings, from clothes and shoes to wine, handbags and even displays of collectibles.

Fashion in Hong Kong and China

How to store your handbags, fashion and shoes in Hong Kong

Whether you’re temporarily leaving Hong Kong or just want more living space, storage services include premium options. Expect temperature- and humidity-controlled rooms, and display cases for collectibles.

22 Mar 2022 - 8:18AM

Hong Kong economy

HK no longer world’s most expensive city

23 Jun 2021 - 9:54PM

Hong Kong economy

Ashgabat unseats Hong Kong from three-year perch as costliest city

23 Jun 2021 - 9:59PMvideocam

Architecture and design

Making homes work: how the pandemic is changing how we live

Flexible spaces for working or learning from home are just the start – architects cite the ‘15-minute city’ with all you need to live, work and play within a small radius of home

14 Sep 2020 - 7:00PM

Westminster Fire Station, soon to be a destination restaurant downstairs, with boutique flats above. Photo: Handout

US-China relations

US limits on international visas leave Chinese students unnerved

A suspension of foreign work visa programmes and a new bar on foreign students at schools with online classes are just the latest restrictions disrupting Chinese lives.

8 Jul 2020 - 8:55AMvideocam

The safe way to deal with leftovers before they go bad

If you want to avoid food poisoning and enjoy more of your holiday meal the following day, be sure to follow these rules.

14 Dec 2019 - 9:00AM

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How to be the best guest at any potluck dinner party

Bringing a dish or two makes life easier for the host of a Thanksgiving, Christmas or other gathering, but there are also some rules

28 Nov 2019 - 6:00PM

Potluck dinners make life easier for the host - if you follow these rules!

The only 4 cake recipes you’ll ever need for parties

Sure, you could crack open a box mix, but these super simple recipes are just as easy, free from random chemicals, and far, far better tasting.

24 Nov 2019 - 9:00AM

4 tips to help you learn to love Mondays

Many people dread the end of the weekend, and start the week filled with anxiety and stress. But it doesn't have to be that way.

4 Nov 2019 - 8:00AM

Hong Kong property

Happy with just a bedroom? ‘Co-living’ operators are betting big on you

Co-living is still in its infancy, but ‘take-up has been strong so far,’ said Barry Chung, a senior associate director at Savills Hong Kong, ‘with many of the operators currently recording over 90 per cent occupancy rates.’

23 Oct 2019 - 8:32AM

Hmlet, operator of the co-living space pictured here, aims to have 1,000 units by the end of 2020. Photo: Handout

Physical Health

7 facts you need to know about measles

There's always a lot of talk about the measles vaccines and its side effects, but you really do NOT want to catch this highly communicable disease.

22 Oct 2019 - 8:00AM

Annoying roommate? Here's how to deal with them without making dorm life awkward

Sharing a space with a virtual stranger at university can be challenging, but with tips and advice from the pros, it doesn't have to stay that way.

19 Oct 2019 - 2:56PM

Manners are crucial at school, work and in friendships - and will even impress when you're on a date

We spend so much of our lives online, it can sometimes be a shock to the system when you have to interact with people IRL. Doing it thoughtfully makes everyone's day better, so be polite!

29 Oct 2019 - 3:46PM

The best way to save money is to set spending limits – but allowing the occasional splurge can help

Like with dieting, overly harsh restrictions on your finances can lead to overindulgence and blowing all your progress.

20 Nov 2019 - 11:13AM

Saving is important, but an occasional splurge might actually help your finances.

7 adulting skills that will make university a better experience

Leaving home and being responsible for your life can be challenging, but it's much easier if you develop these competencies before (or soon after) you move

2 Oct 2019 - 7:51PM

5 things you should definitely not pack when when you leave home for university

Sure, take an extra coat, and everyone needs a rice cooker, but don't fall into the trap of bringing everything. You won't need it.

2 Oct 2019 - 6:04PM

What you need to know about living with a roommate for the first time

If you're just starting university or college, odds are you'll be sharing a dorm, room or apartment. Here's our guide to coping with cohabiting with strangers.

2 Oct 2019 - 1:46PM

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Travel news and advice

7 tips and tricks to help you stay safe and travel smart the next time you go abroad

Going on holiday overseas can be an enriching and super fun experience, but you still need to put your safety first.

11 Oct 2019 - 8:00AM

How to make friends when you're an adult in a new place

Here are five tips on how to befriend people once you've left the safety of your school years

29 Oct 2019 - 3:35PM

How to do laundry (because your mum isn't going to do it forever)

If you're leaving home, you'll need our step-by-step guide to separating whites and darks, how much detergent to use, and some essential dos and don'ts.

30 Sep 2019 - 11:49AM

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